diff --git a/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/object_classification.md b/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/object_classification.md
index 9465716b7..983fce852 100644
--- a/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/object_classification.md
+++ b/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/object_classification.md
@@ -12,7 +12,18 @@ Object classification models are lightweight and run very fast on CPU. Inference
 Training the model does briefly use a high amount of system resources for about 1–3 minutes per training run. On lower-power devices, training may take longer.
 When running the `-tensorrt` image, Nvidia GPUs will automatically be used to accelerate training.
 
-### Sub label vs Attribute
+## Classes
+
+Classes are the categories your model will learn to distinguish between. Each class represents a distinct visual category that the model will predict.
+
+For object classification:
+
+- Define classes that represent different types or attributes of the detected object
+- Examples: For `person` objects, classes might be `delivery_person`, `resident`, `stranger`
+- Include a `none` class for objects that don't fit any specific category
+- Keep classes visually distinct to improve accuracy
+
+### Classification Type
 
 - **Sub label**:
 
diff --git a/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/state_classification.md b/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/state_classification.md
index afc79eff8..c22661f26 100644
--- a/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/state_classification.md
+++ b/docs/docs/configuration/custom_classification/state_classification.md
@@ -12,6 +12,17 @@ State classification models are lightweight and run very fast on CPU. Inference
 Training the model does briefly use a high amount of system resources for about 1–3 minutes per training run. On lower-power devices, training may take longer.
 When running the `-tensorrt` image, Nvidia GPUs will automatically be used to accelerate training.
 
+## Classes
+
+Classes are the different states an area on your camera can be in. Each class represents a distinct visual state that the model will learn to recognize.
+
+For state classification:
+
+- Define classes that represent mutually exclusive states
+- Examples: `open` and `closed` for a garage door, `on` and `off` for lights
+- Use at least 2 classes (typically binary states work best)
+- Keep class names clear and descriptive
+
 ## Example use cases
 
 - **Door state**: Detect if a garage or front door is open vs closed.
diff --git a/web/public/locales/en/views/classificationModel.json b/web/public/locales/en/views/classificationModel.json
index 2f14df78d..e5b0044e8 100644
--- a/web/public/locales/en/views/classificationModel.json
+++ b/web/public/locales/en/views/classificationModel.json
@@ -71,7 +71,7 @@
       "chooseExamples": "Choose Examples"
     },
     "step1": {
-      "description": "Create a new state or object classification model.",
+      "description": "Create a custom classification model. State models monitor fixed camera areas for changes (e.g., door open/closed). Object models add classifications to detected objects (e.g., known animals, delivery persons, etc.).",
       "name": "Name",
       "namePlaceholder": "Enter model name...",
       "type": "Type",
@@ -80,9 +80,14 @@
       "objectLabel": "Object Label",
       "objectLabelPlaceholder": "Select object type...",
       "classificationType": "Classification Type",
+      "classificationTypeTip": "Learn about classification types",
+      "classificationTypeDesc": "Sub Labels add additional next to the object label (e.g., 'Person: UPS'). Attributes are searchable metadata stored separately in the object metadata.",
       "classificationSubLabel": "Sub Label",
       "classificationAttribute": "Attribute",
       "classes": "Classes",
+      "classesTip": "Learn about classes",
+      "classesStateDesc": "Define the different states your camera area can be in. For example: 'open' and 'closed' for a garage door.",
+      "classesObjectDesc": "Define the different categories to classify detected objects into. For example: 'delivery_person', 'resident', 'stranger' for person classification.",
       "classPlaceholder": "Enter class name...",
       "errors": {
         "nameRequired": "Model name is required",
diff --git a/web/src/components/classification/wizard/Step1NameAndDefine.tsx b/web/src/components/classification/wizard/Step1NameAndDefine.tsx
index 59e388c52..5ddfe1388 100644
--- a/web/src/components/classification/wizard/Step1NameAndDefine.tsx
+++ b/web/src/components/classification/wizard/Step1NameAndDefine.tsx
@@ -2,6 +2,7 @@ import { Button } from "@/components/ui/button";
 import {
   Form,
   FormControl,
+  FormDescription,
   FormField,
   FormItem,
   FormLabel,
@@ -22,10 +23,17 @@ import { zodResolver } from "@hookform/resolvers/zod";
 import { z } from "zod";
 import { useTranslation } from "react-i18next";
 import { useMemo } from "react";
-import { LuX, LuPlus } from "react-icons/lu";
+import { LuX, LuPlus, LuInfo, LuExternalLink } from "react-icons/lu";
 import useSWR from "swr";
 import { FrigateConfig } from "@/types/frigateConfig";
 import { getTranslatedLabel } from "@/utils/i18n";
+import { useDocDomain } from "@/hooks/use-doc-domain";
+import { Link } from "react-router-dom";
+import {
+  Popover,
+  PopoverContent,
+  PopoverTrigger,
+} from "@/components/ui/popover";
 
 export type ModelType = "state" | "object";
 export type ObjectClassificationType = "sub_label" | "attribute";
@@ -53,6 +61,7 @@ export default function Step1NameAndDefine({
 }: Step1NameAndDefineProps) {
   const { t } = useTranslation(["views/classificationModel"]);
   const { data: config } = useSWR<FrigateConfig>("config");
+  const { getLocaleDocUrl } = useDocDomain();
 
   const objectLabels = useMemo(() => {
     if (!config) return [];
@@ -307,6 +316,38 @@ export default function Step1NameAndDefine({
                     <FormLabel className="text-primary-variant">
                       {t("wizard.step1.classificationType")}
                     </FormLabel>
+                    <FormDescription className="mt-1 pt-0.5 text-xs text-muted-foreground">
+                      <Popover>
+                        <PopoverTrigger>
+                          <div className="flex flex-row items-center gap-0.5 text-xs text-muted-foreground hover:text-primary">
+                            <LuInfo className="size-3" />
+                            <span className="cursor-pointer">
+                              {t("wizard.step1.classificationTypeTip")}
+                            </span>
+                          </div>
+                        </PopoverTrigger>
+                        <PopoverContent>
+                          <div className="flex flex-col gap-2">
+                            <div className="text-sm">
+                              {t("wizard.step1.classificationTypeDesc")}
+                            </div>
+                            <div className="mt-3 flex items-center text-primary">
+                              <Link
+                                to={getLocaleDocUrl(
+                                  "configuration/custom_classification/object_classification#classification-type",
+                                )}
+                                target="_blank"
+                                rel="noopener noreferrer"
+                                className="inline"
+                              >
+                                {t("readTheDocumentation", { ns: "common" })}
+                                <LuExternalLink className="ml-2 inline-flex size-3" />
+                              </Link>
+                            </div>
+                          </div>
+                        </PopoverContent>
+                      </Popover>
+                    </FormDescription>
                     <FormControl>
                       <RadioGroup
                         onValueChange={field.onChange}
@@ -352,9 +393,47 @@ export default function Step1NameAndDefine({
 
           <div className="space-y-2">
             <div className="flex items-center justify-between">
-              <FormLabel className="text-primary-variant">
-                {t("wizard.step1.classes")}
-              </FormLabel>
+              <div className="flex flex-col">
+                <FormLabel className="text-primary-variant">
+                  {t("wizard.step1.classes")}
+                </FormLabel>
+                <FormDescription className="mt-1 pt-0.5 text-xs text-muted-foreground">
+                  <Popover>
+                    <PopoverTrigger>
+                      <div className="flex flex-row items-center gap-0.5 text-xs text-muted-foreground hover:text-primary">
+                        <LuInfo className="size-3" />
+                        <span className="cursor-pointer">
+                          {t("wizard.step1.classesTip")}
+                        </span>
+                      </div>
+                    </PopoverTrigger>
+                    <PopoverContent>
+                      <div className="flex flex-col gap-2">
+                        <div className="text-sm">
+                          {watchedModelType === "state"
+                            ? t("wizard.step1.classesStateDesc")
+                            : t("wizard.step1.classesObjectDesc")}
+                        </div>
+                        <div className="mt-3 flex items-center text-primary">
+                          <Link
+                            to={getLocaleDocUrl(
+                              watchedModelType === "state"
+                                ? "configuration/custom_classification/state_classification"
+                                : "configuration/custom_classification/object_classification",
+                            )}
+                            target="_blank"
+                            rel="noopener noreferrer"
+                            className="inline"
+                          >
+                            {t("readTheDocumentation", { ns: "common" })}
+                            <LuExternalLink className="ml-2 inline-flex size-3" />
+                          </Link>
+                        </div>
+                      </div>
+                    </PopoverContent>
+                  </Popover>
+                </FormDescription>
+              </div>
               <Button
                 type="button"
                 variant="secondary"