> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.stork-sms.net/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Contact & Support

> Get help, connect with our community, and reach our team through multiple channels

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Get help, connect with our team, and access support resources. We're here to ensure your Stork SMS experience is smooth and successful.

## Support Channels

### Email Support (Primary)

**Email**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)
**Response Time**: 24-48 hours for general inquiries
**Best For**: Detailed technical issues, business inquiries, privacy concerns

**When to Use Email**:

* Complex technical problems requiring detailed explanation
* Business partnership or enterprise inquiries
* Privacy-sensitive issues or account problems
* Feature requests with detailed specifications
* Bug reports with extensive logs or screenshots

### Social Media

**Twitter**: [@StorkSMS](https://twitter.com/storksms)
**Response Time**: 2-6 hours for direct messages
**Best For**: Quick questions, platform status updates, announcements

**What We Share**:

* Platform updates and new feature announcements
* Community highlights and user showcases
* Technical tips and best practices
* Industry news and Web3 developments

## Getting Help

### Before Contacting Support

#### Check Our Documentation

* **Browse the FAQ**: Most common questions are answered in our [FAQ section](faq.md)
* **Try Troubleshooting**: Follow our [troubleshooting guide](troubleshooting.md) for technical issues
* **Search Documentation**: Use the search function to find relevant information

#### Prepare Your Information

For faster resolution, gather this information before reaching out:

**Technical Issues**:

* Your wallet address (public key only)
* Browser and operating system details
* Steps to reproduce the problem
* Screenshots or error messages
* Transaction signatures (if blockchain-related)

**Account Issues**:

* When the issue started
* What you were trying to do
* Any error messages received
* Whether the issue affects multiple devices

### Response Times & Availability

#### Support Hours

* **Email Support**: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM PST (responses within business hours)
* **Team Support**: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM PST
* **Emergency Issues**: Monitored outside business hours
* **Weekend Support**: Limited availability, email responses on Monday

#### Expected Response Times

* **Email (General)**: 24-48 hours (business days)
* **Email (Technical)**: 24-48 hours (business days)
* **Email (Business)**: 24-48 hours (business days)
* **Critical Issues**: \<24 hours regardless of time

### Support Tiers

#### Standard Support (All Users)

* Email support assistance
* Documentation and guides
* Technical troubleshooting help
* General feature requests

#### Priority Support (Coming Soon)

* Expedited email responses (12-24 hours)
* Direct team communication
* Priority bug resolution
* Feature request consideration

#### Priority Support (Future Premium)

* Dedicated support channel
* 2-hour response time guarantee
* Direct team member access
* Priority feature request review

## Technical Support

### Common Technical Issues

#### Wallet Connection Problems

**Quick Solutions**:

* Refresh the page and try reconnecting
* Check if wallet extension is enabled for the site
* Verify you're on the correct network (Mainnet/Devnet)
* Try incognito/private browsing mode

**For Detailed Help**: See our [wallet troubleshooting guide](troubleshooting.md#wallet-connection-issues)

#### Message Sending Issues

**Quick Solutions**:

* Check SOL balance for transaction fees
* Verify chat creation was successful
* Wait 1-2 minutes for network processing
* Try refreshing and sending again

**For Detailed Help**: See our [messaging troubleshooting guide](troubleshooting.md#message-sending-problems)

#### Performance Issues

**Quick Solutions**:

* Close unnecessary browser tabs
* Clear browser cache for Stork SMS
* Update to latest browser version
* Check internet connection stability

**For Detailed Help**: See our [performance troubleshooting guide](troubleshooting.md#performance-issues)

### Bug Reporting

#### How to Report Bugs

* **Check Documentation**: Review our troubleshooting guides first
* **Reproduce the Bug**: Try to recreate the issue consistently
* **Document Details**: Screenshots, error messages, steps taken
* **Report via Email**: Send detailed bug reports to [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)

#### Bug Report Template

```
**Bug Description**: Brief description of the issue
**Steps to Reproduce**: 
- First step
- Second step
- Result

**Expected Behavior**: What should have happened
**Actual Behavior**: What actually happened
**Environment**: 
- Browser: Chrome v120
- OS: Windows 11
- Wallet: Phantom v1.2.3
- Network: Mainnet

**Additional Info**: Any other relevant details
```

#### Bug Rewards

* **Acknowledgment**: Public recognition for helpful bug reports
* **NFT Rewards**: Exclusive NFTs for significant bug discoveries
* **Beta Access**: Early access to new features for regular contributors
* **Bug Bounty Program**: Coming soon with monetary rewards

## Community & Feedback

### Community Guidelines

#### Community Guidelines

* **Be Respectful**: Treat all community members with respect
* **Stay On Topic**: Use appropriate channels for discussions
* **No Spam**: Avoid repetitive messages or excessive tagging
* **Help Others**: Share knowledge and assist fellow users
* **No Financial Advice**: Don't give investment or trading advice

#### Content Guidelines

* Keep discussions relevant to Stork SMS and Web3 messaging
* No hate speech, harassment, or discrimination
* No sharing of private keys or sensitive information
* No promotion of competing platforms or services
* Respect intellectual property and copyright

### Feedback & Suggestions

#### Feature Requests

**How to Submit**:

* Email [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net) with subject "Feature Request"
* Provide clear use case and benefits
* Include detailed implementation suggestions
* Follow up as needed for clarification

**What Makes a Good Feature Request**:

* Clear problem statement
* Detailed use case scenarios
* Consideration of user impact
* Awareness of technical constraints

#### Platform Feedback

**Areas for Feedback**:

* User interface and experience
* Performance and reliability
* Security and privacy features
* Documentation and tutorials

**How We Use Feedback**:

* Regular review of all community feedback
* Integration into development planning
* Public acknowledgment of valuable suggestions
* Implementation updates shared with community

## Business & Partnerships

### Business Inquiries

**Email**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)
**Response Time**: 2-5 business days
**Topics**: Enterprise solutions, partnerships, integrations

#### Enterprise Support

* Custom implementation assistance
* Integration with existing systems
* Training and onboarding programs
* Dedicated support channels

#### Partnership Opportunities

* Technology integrations
* Community partnerships
* Educational collaborations
* Developer ecosystem partnerships

### Media & Press

**Contact**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)
**Subject Line**: "Media Inquiry - \[Topic]"

#### Press Kit Resources

* High-resolution logos and branding
* Platform screenshots and demos
* Team member bios and photos
* Company background and mission
* Technical specifications and features

## Security & Privacy

### Security Concerns

**Email**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)
**Subject Line**: "SECURITY - \[Brief Description]"
**Response Time**: \<2 hours for critical issues

#### What to Report

* Potential security vulnerabilities
* Suspicious activity or phishing attempts
* Privacy concerns or data issues
* Unauthorized access attempts

#### Information to Include

* Detailed description of the security concern
* Steps to reproduce (if applicable)
* Potential impact assessment
* Your contact information for follow-up

#### Security Response Process

* **Immediate Acknowledgment**: Within 2 hours
* **Initial Assessment**: Within 24 hours
* **Investigation**: 1-7 days depending on complexity
* **Resolution & Communication**: Timeline provided during investigation

### Privacy Requests

**Email**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)
**Subject Line**: "Privacy Request - \[Type]"

#### Supported Requests

* Data export requests
* Account deletion requests (note: blockchain data is immutable)
* Privacy policy questions
* Data usage clarifications

## Developer Resources

### Technical Documentation

* **API Reference**: Available in our [GitHub repository](https://github.com/StorkSMS/Stork-SMS-Dapp)
* **Integration Guides**: Step-by-step integration tutorials
* **SDK Libraries**: Official software development kits
* **Code Examples**: Sample implementations and use cases

### Developer Support

**Discord**: #developer-support channel
**GitHub**: [StorkSMS/Stork-SMS-Dapp](https://github.com/StorkSMS/Stork-SMS-Dapp)
**Email**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net) (Subject: "Developer Support")

#### Developer Community

* Regular developer meetups and AMAs
* Technical deep-dive sessions
* Integration showcase opportunities
* Early access to developer tools

## International Support

### Global Community

* **Time Zones**: Community members worldwide provide 24/7 coverage
* **Languages**: English primary, community translations available
* **Regional Groups**: Local community groups for major regions

### Localization

**Current Status**: English only
**Future Plans**:

* Spanish and Portuguese (Q2 2025)
* French and German (Q3 2025)
* Asian languages (Q4 2025)
* Community-driven translations

## Emergency Contacts

### Critical Issues Only

**Definition**: Platform-wide outages, security breaches, or data loss

#### Emergency Procedures

* **Immediate Notification**: Email [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net) immediately
* **Status Updates**: Regular updates on resolution progress
* **Post-Incident Review**: Detailed analysis and prevention measures

#### What Constitutes an Emergency

* Complete platform outage affecting all users
* Security breach or data compromise
* Critical bug causing data loss or security risk
* Network-wide transaction processing failures

## Feedback on This Documentation

### Improving Our Support

We continuously improve our support resources based on user feedback.

**How to Suggest Improvements**:

* Email documentation feedback
* Email suggestions to [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)
* Create GitHub issues (coming soon)

**Areas for Feedback**:

* Clarity and completeness of documentation
* Missing information or topics
* Outdated or incorrect information
* Suggested new resources or guides

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## Quick Reference

**Most Common Issues**:

* [Wallet won't connect](troubleshooting.md#wallet-connection-issues)
* [Messages won't send](troubleshooting.md#message-sending-problems)
* [App running slowly](troubleshooting.md#performance-issues)
* [Can't see chat messages](troubleshooting.md#chat-loading-issues)

**Fastest Support**: Email us at [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net) (Stork community chat coming Q3)
**Business Inquiries**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net)
**Security Issues**: [info@stork-sms.net](mailto:info@stork-sms.net) with "SECURITY" subject

**Remember**: Never share your private keys or seed phrases with anyone, including our support team. We will never ask for this sensitive information.

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**We're here to help!** Whether you're a new user getting started or an experienced developer building integrations, our community and team are committed to your success with Stork SMS.
