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@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ Paperless supports python 3.8 and 3.9. We format Python code with [Black](https:
 
 ## Branches
 
-`master` always reflects the latest release. Apart from changes to the documentation or readme, absolutely no functional changes on this branch in between releases.
+`main` always reflects the latest release. Apart from changes to the documentation or readme, absolutely no functional changes on this branch in between releases.
 
 `dev` contains all changes that will be part of the next release. Use this branch to start making your changes.
 
@@ -127,4 +127,4 @@ All team members are notified when mentioned or assigned to a relevant issue or
 
 We are not overly strict with inviting people to the organization. If you have read the [team permissions](#permissions) and think having additional access would enhance your contributions, please reach out to an [admin](#structure) of the team.
 
-The admins occasionally invite contributors directly if we believe having them on a team will accelerate their work.
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+The admins occasionally invite contributors directly if we believe having them on a team will accelerate their work.