# Mailing Lists

Apache Axis2/C uses mailing lists for community discussion, development coordination, and announcements.

## Lists

### User List

For users of Axis2/C - questions, help, and general discussion.

- **Subscribe**: [c-user-subscribe@axis.apache.org](mailto:c-user-subscribe@axis.apache.org)
- **Unsubscribe**: [c-user-unsubscribe@axis.apache.org](mailto:c-user-unsubscribe@axis.apache.org)
- **Post**: [c-user@axis.apache.org](mailto:c-user@axis.apache.org)
- **Archive**: [lists.apache.org](https://lists.apache.org/list.html?c-user@axis.apache.org)

### Developer List

For Axis2/C development discussion - patches, design, releases.

- **Subscribe**: [c-dev-subscribe@axis.apache.org](mailto:c-dev-subscribe@axis.apache.org)
- **Unsubscribe**: [c-dev-unsubscribe@axis.apache.org](mailto:c-dev-unsubscribe@axis.apache.org)
- **Post**: [c-dev@axis.apache.org](mailto:c-dev@axis.apache.org)
- **Archive**: [lists.apache.org](https://lists.apache.org/list.html?c-dev@axis.apache.org)

### Commits List

Automated notifications of code commits.

- **Subscribe**: [commits-subscribe@axis.apache.org](mailto:commits-subscribe@axis.apache.org)
- **Archive**: [lists.apache.org](https://lists.apache.org/list.html?commits@axis.apache.org)

## How to Subscribe

1. Send an empty email to the subscribe address (e.g., `c-user-subscribe@axis.apache.org`)
2. Reply to the confirmation email
3. You will receive a welcome message confirming your subscription

## Posting Guidelines

- **Search first**: Check archives before asking
- **Use descriptive subjects**: Help others find relevant discussions
- **Include context**: Version numbers, error messages, code snippets
- **Be respectful**: Follow the [Apache Code of Conduct](https://www.apache.org/foundation/policies/conduct.html)

## Alternative Channels

### Apache Jira

For bug reports and feature requests:

- [Issue Tracker](https://issues.apache.org/jira/projects/AXIS2C/summary)
