diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 63c51c6..702dab0 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -109,9 +109,16 @@ We welcome contributions to WP Multisite WaaS! Here's how you can contribute eff
    - Generate translation POT files
    - Minify CSS and JS assets
    - Process and optimize other assets
-6. Commit your changes (`git commit -m 'Add some amazing feature'`)
-7. Push to the branch (`git push origin feature/amazing-feature`)
-8. Open a Pull Request
+6. **Important:** Update both README.md and readme.txt files when making changes that affect:
+   - Version numbers
+   - Required WordPress/PHP versions
+   - Feature additions or changes
+   - Installation instructions
+   - Documentation
+   - Changelog entries
+7. Commit your changes (`git commit -m 'Add some amazing feature'`)
+8. Push to the branch (`git push origin feature/amazing-feature`)
+9. Open a Pull Request
 
 ### Pull Request Guidelines
 
@@ -123,6 +130,7 @@ When submitting pull requests, please:
 4. Include screenshots or GIFs for UI changes if applicable
 5. Make sure all tests pass (if available)
 6. Update documentation as needed
+7. Verify that both README.md and readme.txt are updated and synchronized
 
 ### Release Process
 
@@ -145,7 +153,8 @@ This will automatically:
 When preparing for a release:
 1. Update the version number in the main plugin file and readme.txt
 2. Update the changelog in readme.txt
-3. Create and push the appropriate version tag
+3. Ensure README.md and readme.txt are synchronized with the latest information
+4. Create and push the appropriate version tag
 
 ## 🆘 Support
 
diff --git a/readme.txt b/readme.txt
index 6bf42d3..1762691 100644
--- a/readme.txt
+++ b/readme.txt
@@ -47,11 +47,18 @@ We welcome contributions to WP Multisite WaaS! To contribute effectively:
    * Generate translation POT files
    * Minify CSS and JS assets
    * Process and optimize other assets
-6. Open a Pull Request with your changes
+6. **Important:** Update both README.md and readme.txt files when making changes that affect:
+   * Version numbers
+   * Required WordPress/PHP versions
+   * Feature additions or changes
+   * Installation instructions
+   * Documentation
+   * Changelog entries
+7. Open a Pull Request with your changes
 
 **Pull Request Guidelines:**
 
-Please include a clear description of your changes and their purpose, reference any related issues, and ensure your code follows existing style conventions.
+Please include a clear description of your changes and their purpose, reference any related issues, and ensure your code follows existing style conventions. Always verify that both README.md and readme.txt are updated and synchronized before submitting your PR.
 
 **Release Process:**
 
@@ -62,6 +69,12 @@ To trigger a new release build, push a tag following the semantic versioning for
 
 The tag must begin with "v" followed by the version number (v*.*.*).
 
+When preparing for a release:
+1. Update the version number in the main plugin file and readme.txt
+2. Update the changelog in readme.txt
+3. Ensure README.md and readme.txt are synchronized with the latest information
+4. Create and push the appropriate version tag
+
 For more detailed contribution guidelines, see the [GitHub repository](https://github.com/superdav42/wp-multisite-waas).
 
 == Installation ==