diff --git a/contributing.md b/contributing.md
index d8edb01c..5f5a9a14 100644
--- a/contributing.md
+++ b/contributing.md
@@ -20,6 +20,7 @@ Please ensure your pull request adheres to the following guidelines:
 - Check your spelling and grammar.
 - Make sure your text editor is set to remove trailing whitespace.
 - The pull request and commit should have a useful title.
+- The body of your commit message should contain a link to the repository.
 
 Thank you for your suggestions!