# How to Contribute to the Palimpsest License

> **Note:** This Markdown version is maintained for backwards compatibility. The canonical version is now [CONTRIBUTING.adoc](./CONTRIBUTING.adoc) (AsciiDoc format) for RSR Gold compliance.

Thank you for your interest in contributing! Your expertise helps us build a more resilient future for creators. Here's how you can get involved.

## Code of Conduct

All contributors are expected to abide by our [Code of Conduct](./CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md). Please read it to understand the standards we uphold.

## Ways to Contribute

1.  **Propose Changes:** Have an idea for a new clause or an improvement? Open an issue using the "Proposal" template.
2.  **Report Issues:** Find a typo, a broken link, or an ambiguity? Open an issue using the "Bug Report" template.
3.  **Translate:** Help us make the license globally accessible by contributing translations.
4.  **Write Documentation:** Improve our guides, FAQs, or create new examples.
5.  **Develop Tooling:** Help build compliance tools, validators, or integrations.

## Submitting a Pull Request

1.  Fork the repository.
2.  Create a new branch for your feature or fix: `git checkout -b feature/your-idea` or `fix/the-problem`.
3.  Make your changes. Ensure your code adheres to our style guides (see `.prettierrc.json` and `.eslintrc.json`).
4.  Commit your changes with a clear, descriptive message.
5.  Push your branch and open a Pull Request against the `main` branch.
6.  The Stewardship Council will review your PR.

## Legal

By contributing, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the project's [MIT License](./LICENSE).