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NeuroMara – Terms of Use & Safety Policy

For neurodivergent adults and allies – 18+ only

1. Eligibility – Adults 18+ Only

NeuroMara is intended solely for adults. By using the Services, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least eighteen (18) years old;
• You are legally permitted to use online connection platforms under the laws of your jurisdiction; and
• You have the authority to enter into and be bound by these Terms.

We do not knowingly permit minors to use NeuroMara. If you become aware of anyone under 18 using the Services, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

2. What NeuroMara Is (and Is Not)

NeuroMara is intended to be:

• A place for neurodivergent adults and allies to connect for friendship, community, and (if mutually chosen) romance;
• A directory for neurodivergent-supportive businesses, services, and products added by users; and
• A place to share information about interests, experiences, and supports in a respectful manner.

NeuroMara is not:

• Medical, psychological, or therapeutic care;
• Crisis, emergency, or suicide-prevention support;
• Legal, financial, or professional advice; or
• A guarantee of any specific outcome, connection, friendship, or relationship.

3. Accounts, Aliases, and Security

3.1. Aliases Only; Protecting Your Identity

NeuroMara is designed to prioritize privacy and safety. We encourage and strongly prefer that you use an alias or nickname instead of your real name. Do not use your full legal name as your public alias.

For your safety, you should not share:

• Your home address or exact location (street number, apartment number, etc.);
• Your workplace’s exact address (unless intentionally posting as a business using the “Add Business” feature);
• Personal identification numbers or documents;
• Banking or financial account details; or
• Passwords or verification codes.

3.2. Account Creation

When you create an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate information about your age (you must be 18+);
• Maintain an up-to-date email address you can access; and
• Choose a strong password and keep it confidential.

You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account. If you believe your account has been compromised, you should update your password and, if possible, notify us.

3.3. One Account Per Person (Reasonable Use)

You agree not to create multiple accounts for dishonest purposes, harassment, evasion of moderation, fraud, or any other prohibited behavior.

4. User Conduct & Prohibited Behavior

NeuroMara is meant to be a safer, affirming place for neurodivergent adults. To protect the community, you agree that you will not:

4.1. Exploitation, Harm, and Abuse

• Exploit, groom, or attempt to exploit anyone in any way;
• Engage in harassment, bullying, stalking, or threats;
• Encourage self-harm, suicide, or violence against yourself or others;
• Share or request sexual content that is non-consensual, exploitative, or abusive; or
• Use the platform to arrange or promote any form of trafficking or coerced activity.

4.2. Hate, Discrimination, and Harassment

• Post or send hate speech or demeaning content targeting people based on neurotype, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or any protected characteristic;
• Deliberately misgender, dehumanize, or target others with slurs or degrading language; or
• Encourage others to harass or exclude specific individuals or groups.

4.3. Illegal or Dangerous Activities

• Use NeuroMara to plan, promote, or carry out illegal activities;
• Share content involving unlawful drug use, weapons, or other illegal conduct;
• Engage in fraud, scams, or financial exploitation; or
• Infringe on any intellectual property rights (copyright, trademark, etc.).

4.4. Platform Misuse and Technical Abuse

• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to collect data or spam users without consent;
• Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or disrupt the Services;
• Impersonate another person, business, or entity without their permission; or
• Interfere with other users’ ability to safely and peacefully use NeuroMara.

5. Content You Post (“User Content”)

“User Content” means any text, images, photos, business listings, messages, posts, or other materials you submit, upload, or share through the Services.

5.1. Your Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your User Content. By posting or sharing content, you confirm that:

• You have the necessary rights to share it (or permission from its owner);
• Your content is lawful where you live and where we operate; and
• Your content complies with these Terms and our safety standards.

5.2. License to NeuroMara

By submitting User Content, you grant NeuroMara a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, store, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content as reasonably necessary to operate, improve, and promote the Services.

This license is limited to the purpose of running and improving NeuroMara. You retain ownership of your content, subject to this license.

5.3. Business Listings and Accuracy

If you use “Add Business” or otherwise promote a business or service, you agree to:

• Provide information that is accurate and not intentionally misleading;
• Not misrepresent your qualifications, licenses, or services; and
• Comply with all laws and regulations that apply to your business or profession.

NeuroMara does not independently verify or endorse businesses listed by users, and is not responsible for outcomes between users and any listed businesses.

6. Safety Guidelines for In-Person and Online Interaction

NeuroMara cannot control how users behave off the platform. You are responsible for your own judgment and boundaries. To support safer interactions, we strongly recommend:

• Use an alias rather than your real name on your public profile;
• Do not share your exact home address or highly specific location details with people you do not fully trust;
• If you decide to meet someone in person:
  • Meet in a public place;
  • Tell a trusted person where you are going and who you are meeting;
  • Arrange your own transportation if possible; and
  • Leave or end the interaction if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe.
• Be cautious about sharing financial or deeply personal information;
• Block or disengage from anyone who pressures you, disrespects your boundaries, or triggers safety concerns.

7. Reporting, Moderation, and Enforcement

NeuroMara may, but is not obligated to, monitor content or behavior on the platform. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to:

• Remove, edit, or limit visibility of content that we believe violates these Terms or harms the community;
• Restrict, suspend, or terminate accounts involved in serious or repeated violations;
• Contact law enforcement or relevant authorities when we reasonably believe there is a risk of serious harm or illegal activity; and
• Apply technical or policy-based measures to protect users and the integrity of the platform.

Because NeuroMara is an evolving project, some moderation features may be limited or in development. We encourage users to also use their own judgment and external resources for safety.

8. Privacy and Data

NeuroMara currently stores limited information such as email address, alias, profile details, and messages in order to operate the Services. As the platform grows, storage and processing methods may change (for example, moving from browser-only storage to secure servers).

We aim to handle user data carefully and with respect. A more detailed Privacy Policy may be provided separately. Regardless, you acknowledge that:

• No online system is perfectly secure;
• You should avoid sharing highly sensitive data on your profile or in messages; and
• We may disclose information if legally required or if we reasonably believe it is necessary to protect someone’s safety, investigate abuse, or comply with law.

9. Disclaimers

The Services are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, NeuroMara disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose;
• Warranties that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free; and
• Warranties regarding accuracy or reliability of any content or matches.

We do not guarantee any specific outcome, connection, friendship, romance, business relationship, or therapeutic benefit from using NeuroMara.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, NeuroMara and its owners, contributors, and affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or data, arising out of or in connection with:

• Your use (or inability to use) the Services;
• Any interactions, meetings, or relationships with other users; or
• Any content or actions of third parties, including businesses listed on the platform.

Where liability cannot be fully excluded, it will be limited to the amount you have paid to NeuroMara for the Services (if any) in the twelve (12) months prior to the event giving rise to the claim, or a minimal amount permitted by law.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless NeuroMara, its owners, and affiliates from and against any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use of the Services;
• Your User Content;
• Your interactions with other users or any listed business; or
• Your violation of these Terms or any applicable law.

12. Changes to the Services and Terms

NeuroMara is an evolving project. We may update, modify, or discontinue parts of the Services at any time, with or without notice.

We may also update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective date” at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, USA, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, unless the laws of your jurisdiction require otherwise.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services will, where allowed by law, be resolved in the state or federal courts located in North Carolina, USA.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent allowable, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms or about safety on NeuroMara, you can contact us at:

Email: [Insert contact email here]

Note: This Terms & Safety document is for general informational and risk-reduction purposes and does not replace individualized legal advice. We recommend that you consult with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before launching NeuroMara publicly.