Release notes that get read are grouped by type, written in plain user-facing language, and published the same day as the release. This template covers that structure, with a spot to link a Guidyy guide for any change substantial enough to need showing rather than telling.
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Free Release Notes Template
A grouped, scannable release notes format — Added, Fixed, Changed, Removed — with a slot for a linked walkthrough guide on visual changes.
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Release notes template
Group entries by type and lead with user impact, not ticket numbers.
- Added: [new feature] — [why it matters to the user]
- Fixed: [bug] — [what's different now]
- Changed: [behavior change] — [what to expect] — [link a Guidyy walkthrough if visual]
- Removed: [deprecated feature] — [what to use instead]
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When to add a walkthrough link
Any entry describing a UI or workflow change benefits from a linked guide — 'redesigned the settings page' means very little without a screenshot of what changed.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is this template free?+
Yes.
How often should we publish?+
Every release. Skipping small releases trains users to stop reading your changelog.
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