diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.yml b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.yml
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+name: 🐞 Bug Report
+description: "File a new bug report."
+title: "[Bug]: "
+labels: ["bug", "triage"]
+body:
+  - type: markdown
+    attributes:
+      value: |
+        > [!IMPORTANT]
+        > **Please ensure you are using the latest version of Cloudness before submitting an issue, as the bug may have already been fixed in a recent update.**
+
+        Thanks for taking the time to fill out this bug report! The more details you provide, the faster we can help.
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Description
+      description: A clear and concise description of what the bug is.
+      placeholder: Describe the bug...
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Error Message and Logs
+      description: Provide any error messages or relevant log output.
+      render: shell
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Steps to Reproduce
+      description: Please provide a step-by-step guide to reproduce the issue. Be as detailed as possible.
+      value: |
+        1. 
+        2. 
+        3. 
+        4.
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Expected Behavior
+      description: What did you expect to happen?
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Actual Behavior
+      description: What actually happened instead?
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: input
+    attributes:
+      label: Cloudness Version
+      description: Run `cloudness version` or check your deployment. Found in the UI footer or logs.
+      placeholder: "v1.0.0"
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: dropdown
+    attributes:
+      label: Installation Type
+      description: How is Cloudness deployed?
+      options:
+        - Self-hosted (Kubernetes)
+        - Other
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: input
+    attributes:
+      label: Kubernetes Version
+      description: Run `kubectl version --short` and provide the server version.
+      placeholder: "v1.28.0"
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: dropdown
+    attributes:
+      label: Kubernetes Distribution
+      description: What Kubernetes distribution are you using?
+      options:
+        - k3s
+        - k8s (vanilla)
+        - EKS (AWS)
+        - GKE (Google)
+        - AKS (Azure)
+        - minikube
+        - kind
+        - Rancher
+        - OpenShift
+        - Other
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: input
+    attributes:
+      label: Operating System
+      description: Run `cat /etc/os-release` or provide your OS version.
+      placeholder: "Ubuntu 22.04"
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: input
+    attributes:
+      label: Browser (if UI issue)
+      description: Provide browser name and version if this is a UI-related issue.
+      placeholder: "Chrome 120"
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Additional Context
+      description: Any other relevant information, screenshots, or context about the issue.
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: checkboxes
+    attributes:
+      label: Checklist
+      description: Please confirm the following before submitting.
+      options:
+        - label: I have searched existing issues to ensure this bug hasn't been reported.
+          required: true
+        - label: I am using the latest version of Cloudness (or have noted my version above).
+          required: true
+        - label: I have provided all the information needed to reproduce this issue.
+          required: true
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/config.yml b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/config.yml
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+blank_issues_enabled: false
+contact_links:
+  - name: 📖 Documentation
+    url: https://docs.cloudness.io
+    about: Check the documentation for answers to common questions
+  - name: 💬 Discussions
+    url: https://github.com/cloudness-io/cloudness/discussions
+    about: Ask questions and discuss with the community
+  - name: 🔒 Security Vulnerability
+    url: https://github.com/cloudness-io/cloudness/security/advisories/new
+    about: Report security vulnerabilities privately (do not use public issues)
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.yml b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.yml
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+name: ✨ Feature Request
+description: "Suggest an idea or enhancement for Cloudness."
+title: "[Feature]: "
+labels: ["enhancement", "triage"]
+body:
+  - type: markdown
+    attributes:
+      value: |
+        Thanks for suggesting an improvement! Please fill out the details below to help us understand your request.
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Problem Statement
+      description: Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.
+      placeholder: "I'm always frustrated when..."
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Proposed Solution
+      description: Describe the solution you'd like. Be as detailed as possible.
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Alternatives Considered
+      description: Describe any alternative solutions or workarounds you've considered.
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: dropdown
+    attributes:
+      label: Feature Area
+      description: What area of Cloudness does this relate to?
+      options:
+        - Deployment / CI/CD
+        - UI / Dashboard
+        - CLI
+        - Authentication / Authorization
+        - Templates
+        - Kubernetes Integration
+        - Database / Storage
+        - Logging / Monitoring
+        - Documentation
+        - Other
+    validations:
+      required: true
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Use Case
+      description: Describe your use case and how this feature would benefit you and others.
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: textarea
+    attributes:
+      label: Additional Context
+      description: Add any other context, mockups, screenshots, or examples about the feature request.
+    validations:
+      required: false
+
+  - type: checkboxes
+    attributes:
+      label: Checklist
+      description: Please confirm the following before submitting.
+      options:
+        - label: I have searched existing issues to ensure this feature hasn't been requested.
+          required: true
+        - label: I would be willing to help implement this feature.
+          required: false
diff --git a/.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md b/.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md
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+## Description
+
+<!-- Describe your changes in detail -->
+
+## Related Issue
+
+<!-- Link to the issue this PR addresses -->
+Fixes #
+
+## Type of Change
+
+<!-- Mark the relevant option with an "x" -->
+
+- [ ] 🐛 Bug fix (non-breaking change which fixes an issue)
+- [ ] ✨ New feature (non-breaking change which adds functionality)
+- [ ] 💥 Breaking change (fix or feature that would cause existing functionality to change)
+- [ ] 📝 Documentation update
+- [ ] 🔧 Configuration change
+- [ ] ♻️ Refactoring (no functional changes)
+- [ ] 🧪 Test update
+
+## How Has This Been Tested?
+
+<!-- Describe the tests you ran to verify your changes -->
+
+- [ ] Unit tests
+- [ ] Integration tests
+- [ ] Manual testing
+
+**Test Environment:**
+
+- Kubernetes Version:
+- OS:
+
+## Screenshots (if applicable)
+
+<!-- Add screenshots to help explain your changes -->
+
+## Checklist
+
+- [ ] My code follows the project's style guidelines
+- [ ] I have performed a self-review of my code
+- [ ] I have commented my code, particularly in hard-to-understand areas
+- [ ] I have made corresponding changes to the documentation
+- [ ] My changes generate no new warnings
+- [ ] I have added tests that prove my fix is effective or that my feature works
+- [ ] New and existing unit tests pass locally with my changes
+- [ ] Any dependent changes have been merged and published
+
+## Additional Notes
+
+<!-- Add any additional notes for reviewers -->