> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.smartcv.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.smartcv.co/referral-management-new/10.-empty-states.md).

# 10. Empty States

The system includes dedicated empty states when there are no referrals or referrers yet. 

The goal is to: 

* Keep filters visible 
* Keep dashboards visible 
* Encourage platform adoption 
* Explain how referrals will appear once activity begins 

\[SCREENSHOT PLACEHOLDER — Empty state example]