Platform: The Mycelium Connection ("the Platform," "We," "Us")
By creating an account, accessing the private directory, or submitting a listing to The Mycelium Connection, you ("Member," "Advertiser," or "User") agree to be bound by these Master Terms and Conditions. This agreement governs your use of the Platform and all interactions within our community.
1. Nature of the Network
The Mycelium Connection is a private, member-only directory and networking platform. We facilitate connections between holistic practitioners, seekers, and wellness enthusiasts.
- Publisher Status: The Platform is a publisher of information, not a provider of medical, psychological, or professional health services.
- No Agency: We do not employ the practitioners listed, nor do we act as a representative or agent for any Member or Advertiser.
1a. Membership Tiers
The Platform operates two tiers of membership. The tier you hold determines what you may do on the Platform.
- Seeker Membership: Open to all. Seeker Members register themselves, are not vetted by us, and may browse the member directory and all member posts, receive our daily member email and monthly newsletter, use private member messaging, and nominate providers. Seeker Members may not create posts or otherwise promote goods or services on the Platform.
- Provider Membership: Available by nomination from an existing member or by application through our Express Interest form. Every applicant is reviewed by hand and, if successful, receives a time-limited invitation to create a Provider Membership. Provider Members receive everything a Seeker Member receives and are the only tier permitted to create posts and advertise offerings.
- Discretion: We may accept, decline, defer, suspend, downgrade or revoke a Provider Membership at our sole discretion, at any time, and we are not obliged to give reasons.
- Review is not endorsement: Our review of a Provider is a good-faith assessment based on the information supplied by the applicant and any reference given. It is not a certification, accreditation, background check, qualification check or clinical endorsement, and it does not make us responsible for the services any Provider delivers.
- Misuse of a Seeker account: Using a Seeker Membership to advertise, solicit or promote goods or services — including through private messaging or profile content — is a breach of these terms and may result in removal.
2. General Membership & Conduct
All Users agree to uphold the spirit of The Mycelium Connection as outlined in our Code of Conduct Agreement:
- Kindness and Respect: All communication must be friendly, constructive, and sincere.
- Prohibited Behaviour: We do not permit harassment, public negativity, personal attacks, or exclusionary behaviour.
- Right of Removal: We reserve the right to gracefully remove any Member or Advertiser who disrupts the community spirit or violates these terms, at our sole discretion.
3. Advertiser Responsibilities
If you list a service, class, event, or product on the Platform, you further agree to the following:
- Truth in Advertising: You warrant that all information provided is accurate and that you possess all necessary professional licenses and insurance required by your local, state, or national jurisdiction to provide the services you are advertising.
- No Medical Claims: Unless legally licensed to do so, you may not use language stating your offerings "cure," "treat," or "diagnose" medical conditions.
- Intellectual Property: You warrant that you own or have the rights to all images and text provided in your listing.
4. No Medical Advice & External Links
- Medical Disclaimer: No material on this Platform is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a physician for health-related concerns.
- Third-Party Websites: The Platform links out to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, safety, or privacy practices of these third-party sites. Any transaction or agreement made with a practitioner is strictly between the User and that practitioner.
5. Intellectual Property of the Platform
The name "The Mycelium Connection," our logo, and the curated structure of our network are our exclusive property. You may not reproduce or distribute any part of the Platform's original content without express written permission.
6. Data Privacy
Your privacy is vital to the health of our network. By using the Platform, you agree to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect and protect your data. We will never sell your personal information to third-party marketers.
7. Limitation of Liability & Indemnification
- "As-Is" Basis: The Platform is provided without guarantees of specific results, traffic, or uptime.
- Indemnification: You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Mycelium Connection and its founders from any claims, damages, or legal fees arising from your use of the platform, your services, or your interactions with other members.
8. Modifications & Governing Law
We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Platform is headquartered.
Acknowledgment & Agreement
By checking the "I Agree" box during signup, you acknowledge:
"I have read, understood, and agreed to the Master Terms and Conditions of The Mycelium Connection. I agree to show up with integrity, kindness, and respect for the whole network."