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+# Contributing to authentik
+
+Thanks for your interest in contributing! Please see our [contributing guide](https://docs.goauthentik.io/docs/developer-docs/?utm_source=github) for more information.
+
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 ## What is authentik?
 
-authentik is an open-source Identity Provider that emphasizes flexibility and versatility, with support for a wide set of protocols.
+authentik is an open-source Identity Provider (IdP) for modern SSO. It supports SAML, OAuth2/OIDC, LDAP, RADIUS, and more, designed for self-hosting from small labs to large production clusters.
 
-Our [enterprise offer](https://goauthentik.io/pricing) can also be used as a self-hosted replacement for large-scale deployments of Okta/Auth0, Entra ID, Ping Identity, or other legacy IdPs for employees and B2B2C use.
+Our [enterprise offering](https://goauthentik.io/pricing) is available for organizations to securely replace existing IdPs such as Okta, Auth0, Entra ID, and Ping Identity for robust, large-scale identity management.
 
 ## Installation
 
-For small/test setups it is recommended to use Docker Compose; refer to the [documentation](https://goauthentik.io/docs/installation/docker-compose/?utm_source=github).
-
-For bigger setups, there is a Helm Chart [here](https://github.com/goauthentik/helm). This is documented [here](https://goauthentik.io/docs/installation/kubernetes/?utm_source=github).
+- Docker Compose: recommended for small/test setups. See the [documentation](https://docs.goauthentik.io/docs/install-config/install/docker-compose/).
+- Kubernetes (Helm Chart): recommended for larger setups. See the [documentation](https://docs.goauthentik.io/docs/install-config/install/kubernetes/) and the Helm chart [repository](https://github.com/goauthentik/helm).
+- AWS CloudFormation: deploy on AWS using our official templates. See the [documentation](https://docs.goauthentik.io/docs/install-config/install/aws/).
+- DigitalOcean Marketplace: one-click deployment via the official Marketplace app. See the [app listing](https://marketplace.digitalocean.com/apps/authentik).
 
 ## Screenshots
 
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 | ![](https://docs.goauthentik.io/img/screen_apps_light.jpg)  | ![](https://docs.goauthentik.io/img/screen_apps_dark.jpg)  |
 | ![](https://docs.goauthentik.io/img/screen_admin_light.jpg) | ![](https://docs.goauthentik.io/img/screen_admin_dark.jpg) |
 
-## Development
+## Development and contributions
 
-See [Developer Documentation](https://docs.goauthentik.io/docs/developer-docs/?utm_source=github)
+See the [Developer Documentation](https://docs.goauthentik.io/docs/developer-docs/) for information about setting up local build environments, testing your contributions, and our contribution process.
 
 ## Security
 
-See [SECURITY.md](SECURITY.md)
+Please see [SECURITY.md](SECURITY.md).
 
-## Adoption and Contributions
+## Adoption
 
-Your organization uses authentik? We'd love to add your logo to the readme and our website! Email us @ hello@goauthentik.io or open a GitHub Issue/PR! For more information on how to contribute to authentik, please refer to our [contribution guide](https://docs.goauthentik.io/docs/developer-docs?utm_source=github).
+Using authentik? We'd love to hear your story and feature your logo. Email us at [hello@goauthentik.io](mailto:hello@goauthentik.io) or open a GitHub Issue/PR!
+
+## License
+
+[![MIT License](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-MIT-green?style=for-the-badge)](LICENSE)
+[![CC BY-SA 4.0](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-CC%20BY--SA%204.0-lightgrey?style=for-the-badge)](website/LICENSE)
+[![authentik EE License](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-EE-orange?style=for-the-badge)](authentik/enterprise/LICENSE)