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 **Important:** If you discover a security vulnerability, please do NOT open a public issue. Instead:
 
-1. Write to [@webdevcody](https://discord.gg/jjem7aEDKU) on Discord
+1. Join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/jjem7aEDKU) and send a direct message to the user `@webdevcody`
 2. Include detailed steps to reproduce
 3. Allow time for us to address the issue before public disclosure