diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/new_instance.yaml b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/new_instance.yaml
index b9ce107..3b0ef70 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/new_instance.yaml
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/new_instance.yaml
@@ -60,6 +60,14 @@ body:
       - label: "Ensure a proper uptime of my instance (around 90%)"
         required: true
 
+  - type: checkboxes
+    attributes:
+      label: Rules for public instances
+      description: By submitting this proposal, you agree to follow the [rules for public instances](https://docs.invidious.io/instances). 
+      options:
+        - label: I agree to follow the rules for public instances
+          required: true
+
   - type: input
     id: country
     attributes: