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@@ -7,6 +7,10 @@ and this project adheres to [Semantic Versioning](https://semver.org/spec/v2.0.0
 This changelog covers changes since Misskey v12.111.1, the version prior to the FoundKey fork.
 For older Misskey versions, see [CHANGELOG-OLD.md](./CHANGELOG-OLD.md).
 
+Unreleased changes should not be listed in this file.
+Instead, run `git shortlog --format='%h %s' --group=trailer:changelog <last tag>..` to see unreleased changes; replace `<last tag>` with the tag you wish to compare from.
+If you are a contributor, please read CONTRIBUTING.md, section "Changelog Trailer" on what to do instead.
+
 ## Unreleased
 ### Added
 - Client: Show instance info in ticker