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@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ pip install -r requirements.txt
 
 2. Rename `default.config.py` to `config.py`
 
-3. If MongoDB is protected by a password:
+3. If a password protects MongoDB:
 
 - Add MongoDB credentials in `config.py`