# manifest.version.exists

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## Summary

manifest.json defines version

## Why

HACS expects custom integration manifests to include a version for release and update metadata.

## Status behavior

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | manifest_metadata |
| Severity | required |
| Overridable | False |
| Version | 1.0.0 |

## Source

- https://www.hacs.xyz/docs/publish/integration/
- `source_checked_at`: 2026-05-01

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