diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/issue.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/issue.md
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+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/issue.md
@@ -3,3 +3,10 @@ name: Open issue
 about: For bug reports and feature requests directly related to whatsmeow
 
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+
+<!--
+Do not open issues for questions!
+Issues are only for bug reports and feature requests.
+
+Questions belong in the Matrix room or on GitHub Discussions.
+-->