VeganLinked.com

Last updated: 8/7/2026

1. Overview & Acceptance

VeganLinked.com (referred to here as “VeganLinked,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the site,” or “VL”) is owned and operated by its owner. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the site and everything you do on it.

These Terms apply to everyone who uses VeganLinked in any way — whether you are simply browsing, or you have created an account, published a profile or story, added a listing or event, posted content, left a comment, sent a message, or interacted with other members. By accessing or using the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Your use of the site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. Please review it as well.

2. Eligibility & Accounts

You must be at least 16 years old to create an account or submit content to VeganLinked. By using the site you represent that you meet this requirement. The site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.

If you create an account, you are responsible for keeping your login credentials secure and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to provide accurate information and to keep it reasonably current. You may not impersonate another person or misrepresent your identity or affiliation.

3. Your Content & Listings

“Content” means anything you upload, submit, or add to VeganLinked, including text, copy, photos, images, links, downloads, embeds, video, listings, events, profiles, stories, posts, comments, and messages. A “listing” may be an event, business, organization, individual, web-based entity, professional, place, product, service, or any other type of establishment or expressed skill.

You retain ownership of the Content you create. VeganLinked does not claim ownership of your Content.

License you grant us. By submitting Content to VeganLinked, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable license to host, store, display, reproduce, adapt, and promote that Content in connection with operating and promoting the site and the vegan movement. This includes sharing your Content through public outlets such as social media, other websites and online sources, email, print, and other advertising or media, with attribution where practical. This license continues for Content that remains on the site and for reasonable archival and promotional copies; it ends for a given piece of Content within a reasonable time after you delete it, except for copies already shared publicly or retained in backups.

By submitting Content, you agree that:

You own the business, person, place, event, or Content, or you have explicit permission to post on their behalf. If you post on behalf of someone else using original content, you understand they may later claim the listing, and by claiming it they take on the associated Content — meaning you release your ownership claims to that Content so the rightful owner may use it as they wish.
All information you provide is true to the best of your knowledge, and you have made every reasonable effort to ensure its accuracy. Your Content is intended to represent the listing and VeganLinked accurately.
You have full, explicit, legal permission to use all of the text, images, video, and other Content you post, and you do not post anything you did not create or obtain clear consent to use.
You accept full legal responsibility for the Content you post, and you (or your business) are liable for any damages that may result from it.
You will correct or remove any Content that is or becomes inaccurate or that violates these Terms. If a listing has been claimed by its owner, you will notify the owner or VeganLinked so the issue can be resolved.
You will keep your listing(s) as current and accurate as reasonably possible.
You will promptly remove Content that is reasonably deemed offensive, or contact VeganLinked to request its removal.

4. Acceptable Use

To keep VeganLinked safe and useful for everyone, you agree that you will not use the site to do any of the following:

Post content that is unlawful, fraudulent, defamatory, harassing, threatening, hateful, obscene, or that infringes anyone’s intellectual property, privacy, or other rights.
Harass, abuse, threaten, or impersonate other users, including through profiles, comments, or private messaging.
Send spam, chain messages, or unsolicited commercial messages to other members.
Upload viruses, malware, or any code intended to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to the site or its users.
Scrape, harvest, or collect other users’ information without permission, or attempt to access areas of the site you are not authorized to use.
Post content that is misleading, that misrepresents a person, business, or credential, or that promotes illegal activity.

We may remove Content and suspend or terminate accounts that violate this section, at our discretion.

5. Third-Party Content & No Professional Advice

VeganLinked is a directory and community platform. Listings, profiles, events, stories, posts, comments, and other Content are created by users and third parties. We do not create, verify, endorse, or guarantee this Content, and it does not represent our views. Any reliance you place on it is at your own risk.

Not professional advice. Content on VeganLinked — including anything relating to health, nutrition, medical, fitness, wellness, legal, financial, or other professional topics — is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Nothing on the site is medical, legal, or professional advice, and listings that mention health benefits, disease prevention or reversal, therapies, retreats, or similar are not endorsements or claims by VeganLinked. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions about your health or other important matters.

Interactions and meetings. VeganLinked may help you find and connect with other people, businesses, and events. We do not vet users, listing owners, or affiliates, and we are not responsible for any interaction, transaction, or meeting that results. Please use good judgment and take normal safety precautions when contacting or meeting anyone you do not know. We want you to be safe, but your safety is your own responsibility.

6. Paid Listings & Payments

Some features, listings, or placements on VeganLinked may require payment. Prices and terms are shown at the point of purchase. Except where required by law, payments are non-refundable once made.

If you have a recurring or subscription payment, you are responsible for canceling it. You can cancel through the payment method or account you used to subscribe (for example, your PayPal, card, or processor account). We do not manage or cancel your external payment arrangements for you, though we will try to help if you contact us and run into trouble.

7. Removal, Suspension & Termination

We reserve the right to remove, edit, suspend, or refuse any Content, listing, or account at any time and for any reason, including violations of these Terms, non-payment of any fees owed, or conduct we believe is harmful to the site or its community.

You may delete your own listings, Content, or account at any time. You are responsible for removing your own Content; if you have trouble, contact us and we will try to assist. Some information may remain in backups or in already-shared public copies after deletion, as described in Section 3 and the Privacy Policy.

8. Copyright & DMCA Notices

We respect intellectual property rights and expect our users to do the same. If you believe Content on VeganLinked infringes your copyright, please send a notice to our designated agent that includes: (a) your contact information; (b) a description of the copyrighted work; (c) the URL or location of the allegedly infringing Content; (d) a statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorized; and (e) a statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate and that you are the owner or authorized to act on the owner’s behalf.

Send copyright notices to: Jeff Adams, wfpb [at] veganlinked [dot] com. We will respond to valid notices and may remove the content and, where appropriate, terminate repeat infringers. If the email bounces or you do not hear back promptly, please call (704) 482-9400.

9. Disclaimers & Availability

VeganLinked is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We work hard to provide a secure, stable, fast, and accessible service, but we do not guarantee that the site or any listing will be available, uninterrupted, error-free, or accessible from any particular device at any particular time. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

We are not responsible for maintaining or preserving your Content indefinitely. We back up the site and the Content we create, but we do not guarantee that any Content will be available at a given time or in a given form. If we restore the site to a previous state after a problem, your information may revert and you may need to update it.

10. Security

We take reasonable steps to keep VeganLinked secure, but no website is completely immune to risk. In the event we believe the site or its Content has been compromised, we will work to resolve the issue as quickly as we reasonably can. To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for unauthorized access to or acquisition of your information by third parties resulting from events beyond our reasonable control. By using the site, you acknowledge and accept these risks.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, VeganLinked and its owner will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of data, profits, or goodwill, arising out of or related to your use of the site or any Content on it. Our total liability for any claim relating to the site or these Terms will not exceed the greater of the amount you paid us in the twelve months before the claim or one hundred U.S. dollars ($100).

You are solely responsible for your Content and your listing, and for any legal action or damages that may result from them. Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations, so parts of this section may not apply to you.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless VeganLinked and its owner from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your Content, your use of the site, or your violation of these Terms or of any law or third-party right.

13. Privacy

We do not sell your Content or personal information. Our collection and use of your information is described in our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms. If you have joined our mailing list, you may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email. Aside from optional marketing you have chosen to receive, we may still send you service and account messages (for example, about your listing, payments, security, or important changes to the site or these Terms).

14. Changes to These Terms & Change of Ownership

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date above, and significant changes may be announced on the site or by email to mailing-list subscribers. Your continued use of the site after changes take effect means you accept the revised Terms, so please review this page periodically.

If VeganLinked is sold or changes ownership, the site and your information may become subject to new terms, standards, and privacy policies. Mailing-list subscribers will generally be informed of such changes where practical.

15. Governing Law & General Terms

Governing law. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, USA, without regard to its conflict-of-laws rules. You agree that any dispute will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in North Carolina.

Severability. If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, that provision will be limited or removed to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will stay in full force and effect.

Entire agreement. These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, are the entire agreement between you and VeganLinked regarding the site and supersede any prior agreements.

No waiver. Our failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver of our right to do so later.

16. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us through the contact page at veganlinked.com/contact/ or at wfpb [at] veganlinked [dot] com.

Appendix: Affiliate Program Agreement

Note: The VeganLinked Affiliate (VLA) program is not currently active. The terms below apply only if and when the program is offered. If the program is not running, this appendix does not apply.

The VeganLinked Affiliate (VLA) program allows those who pay to list to direct a percentage of their payment to a VeganLinked Affiliate. Unlike many programs that pay a one-time commission, the VLA program is designed to provide affiliates with a recurring commission from the listing payments they are associated with. You might sponsor an affiliate because you support their cause — a local sanctuary, an advocate, a coach — or to compensate someone for adding your listing.

Affiliate Agreement

By participating as an affiliate you agree to all of these Terms, including this appendix. You agree to use the program and the site honestly, and not to falsely represent yourself or any listings you add. Fraud is a criminal offense. You understand that we may change the commission rate, pause, or end the program, or remove affiliates, at any time and for any reason.

Standards

VeganLinked maintains high standards to support the vegan movement. We reserve the right to remove any listing at any time and to refuse or discontinue affiliate payouts to any or all affiliates, at any time. Affiliate participation is a privilege and an incentive, not a guarantee.

Denied Payments

You can view the status of your referrals on your Affiliate Referrals page. A “denied” payment is most often caused by an incorrect PayPal email address, so keeping your contact and payment details accurate is important. We may — but are not obligated to — contact you to help resolve a denied payment, and in many cases we may not. If a payment is denied, we may remove your association with the listing to protect our payment process. Back payments are not issued for denials or errors. If an association is removed, the listing owner would need to re-enter the affiliate code by editing the listing. A listing owner may choose any affiliate, or none.

Payment Frequency

You may receive an email when a listing is associated with your affiliate code. Commissions are generally paid the month following the qualifying listing activity (for example, May commissions paid in June or July). Your Affiliate Details page shows expected referral commissions and payouts. As the program matures, we aim to move to a more consistent schedule.

Choosing an Affiliate Safely

When choosing an affiliate, pick someone you genuinely support — ideally someone you know or have met — and review their profile and listings first. You can view an affiliate’s profile from the affiliate selector in the listing form, or at veganlinked.com/users. If you are unsure about an affiliate, you do not have to choose one. Contact us if you believe an affiliate is questionable. Always be cautious when contacting or meeting anyone you do not know; we are not responsible for your safety.

The current commission rate is listed in the Affiliate section of our FAQ page. The program may change at any time.