Terms of Use
These Terms govern your use of the Community Reform Network (CRN) website, content, forms, reporting channels, and related services. By accessing or using the site, you agree to these Terms.
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1) About CRN and these Terms
Who operates the website and how these Terms apply.
Operator
This website is operated by [LEGAL NAME] (“CRN”, “we”, “us”, “our”).
Address: [ADDRESS]
Contact: [EMAIL]
Scope
These Terms apply to all visitors, donors, volunteers, members, and users of our reporting/whistleblowing channels and resources.
2) Acceptable Use (Cyber-safe rules)
You must use the site lawfully and must not harm others or compromise security.
Do not abuse the site
- No hacking, probing, DDoS, malware, or unauthorised access attempts.
- No spamming forms, scraping data, or automated abuse.
- No interference with site functionality or security.
Do not harm people
- No harassment, threats, hate speech, or incitement to violence.
- No doxxing (publishing private data) or intimidation.
- No discrimination or abusive content.
Truthful reporting (good faith)
- Reports must be made in good faith.
- Do not knowingly submit false or malicious allegations.
- Only share information you have permission to share.
3) Reporting, Whistleblowing & Safeguarding
Important safety notes for sensitive reports.
Not an emergency service
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services first. CRN may support follow-up documentation and advocacy, but CRN is not a police, medical, or emergency response service.
Confidentiality & safety
CRN aims to protect confidentiality and minimise harm. However, absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed on the internet. Please avoid sharing highly sensitive information unless necessary and safe.
4) Content, Copyright & Permissions
How CRN content can be used and what is protected.
CRN content
Unless stated otherwise, CRN owns or licenses the website content (text, design, graphics, reports). You may share links and short excerpts with attribution to CRN, but do not republish full materials without permission.
User submissions
If you submit content (messages, reports, documents), you confirm you have the right to share it. You grant CRN a limited right to process the content to respond, safeguard, document, and support advocacy—subject to privacy and consent rules.
5) Donations
Donation processing and donor protections.
Payment providers
Donations may be processed by third-party providers. Their terms and privacy policies may apply in addition to CRN’s.
Donor rules
Donation receipts, refunds, and restricted gifts are handled under our Donor Policy and transparency commitments.
6) Privacy & Cookies (EU/UK)
We use an opt-in cookie banner for non-essential cookies where required.
Privacy
Personal data is handled under our Privacy Policy. Sensitive reports may receive enhanced safeguards.
Cookies
In the EU/UK, non-essential cookies (analytics/marketing) are used only after consent. You can change cookie preferences at any time.
7) Disclaimers
Important limitations for advocacy information.
No legal advice
CRN provides advocacy, education, and referral guidance. Content on this website is not legal advice and does not create a lawyer-client relationship. If you need legal advice, consult a qualified professional in your jurisdiction.
Accuracy and updates
We aim to keep information accurate, but advocacy contexts can change. CRN may update content and policies without notice.
8) Limitation of Liability
Reasonable limits while respecting mandatory consumer rights where applicable.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, CRN is not liable for indirect or consequential losses arising from the use of this website, including reliance on content, inability to access the site, or third-party services. Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law (including mandatory rights).
9) Suspension and termination
We may restrict access if the site is abused.
CRN may suspend or block access to users who violate these Terms, threaten others, attempt unauthorised access, or misuse reporting channels.
10) Governing law and jurisdiction
Set this to your organisation’s legal location.
These Terms are governed by the laws of [COUNTRY], and disputes are subject to the courts of [COURTS/REGION], unless mandatory local laws provide otherwise.
11) Contact
Questions about these Terms?
Contact CRN: [EMAIL] • Address: [ADDRESS]
For complaints/whistleblowing: Complaints & Whistleblowing
