# Get help with a custom task

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**What support is included with my Mechanic subscription?**

Our support team assists with **platform issues** and issues with tasks from the [Mechanic task library](https://tasks.mechanic.dev/). For these topics, contact us at <team@usemechanic.com>.

For custom tasks not included in our task library, our support service is limited to Mechanic platform support. See the options below for getting help with custom tasks.
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## Getting help with custom tasks

### Slack Community

* **Community Support:** We encourage you to join our Slack community, where you can seek advice and share experiences with other Mechanic developers. Often, community members can offer insights or solutions based on their experiences.
* **Joining the Community:** You can join our Slack community through the following link: [Mechanic Slack Community](https://slack.mechanic.dev/).

### Hiring a Developer

* **Partner Directory:** We recommend hiring a developer if the issue requires more in-depth technical expertise. Our partner directory lists qualified developers familiar with Mechanic task development.
* **Finding a Developer:** Visit our partner directory at [partners.mechanic.dev](https://partners.mechanic.dev/) to find a developer who can customize or optimize your task. If you want to be matched with a suitable developer, use our [matchmaking service](https://partners.mechanic.dev/matchmaking).

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