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@@ -65,15 +65,15 @@ This project exists thanks to all the people who contribute.
 
 ### Backers
 
-Thank you to all our backers! 🙏 [[Become a backer](https://opencollective.com/jekyll#backer)]
+Thank you to all our backers! 🙏 [Become a backer](https://opencollective.com/jekyll#backer)
 
-<a href="https://opencollective.com/jekyll#backers" target="_blank"><img src="https://opencollective.com/jekyll/backers.svg?width=890”></a>
+<a href="https://opencollective.com/jekyll#backers" target="_blank"><img src="https://opencollective.com/jekyll/backers.svg?width=890" /></a>
 
 ### Sponsors
 
-Support this project by becoming a sponsor. Your logo will show up here with a link to your website. [[Become a sponsor](https://opencollective.com/jekyll#sponsor)]
+Support this project by becoming a sponsor. Your logo will show up here with a link to your website. [Become a sponsor!](https://opencollective.com/jekyll#sponsor)
 
-<a href="https://opencollective.com/jekyll/sponsor/0/website" target="_blank"><img src="https://opencollective.com/jekyll/sponsor/0/avatar.svg"></a>
+<a href="https://opencollective.com/jekyll/sponsor/0/website" target="_blank"><img src="https://opencollective.com/jekyll/sponsor/0/avatar.svg" /></a>
 
 
 ## License