Welcome to OurGAL Directory (“Directory”). These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our Directory services. By accessing or using the Directory, you agree to comply with and be bound by these terms. Please read this document carefully.
- Membership Registration
1.1. To become a member of OurGAL Directory:
1.1.1. Users must complete the registration process by providing accurate and complete information. This includes a unique user ID, a valid email address, full legal name, and a working phone number.
1.1.2. Users are required to create a secure password and are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials.
1.2. Member Responsibilities:
1.2.1. Members are responsible for keeping their profile information up-to-date and accurate, including contact details, professional qualifications, and certifications.
1.2.2. Members must promptly notify OurGAL Directory of any changes to their contact information to ensure the accuracy of their public profile.
1.2.3. Duplicate accounts for the same individual are not allowed. Members are encouraged to use their real names and credentials on their profiles.
- Member Profile
2.1. Profile Management:
2.1.1. Members can create and manage their own profiles within the Directory. Profiles include information such as professional titles, practice areas, education background, certifications, and a biography.
2.1.2. Members have the flexibility to add, edit, or remove information from their profile as needed. This allows them to maintain an accurate and up-to-date representation of their professional qualifications.
2.1.3. While members can manage their own profiles, they are strictly prohibited from making changes to other users’ profiles.
- Membership Tiers
3.1. Verified Members (Free):
3.1.1. Verified members can sign up for a free account, granting them access to browse the Directory, search for professionals, send messages to other members, and change their profile picture.
3.1.2. However, verified members are not allowed to add their own information to the Directory listings.
3.2. Silver Members (Paid Subscribers):
3.2.1. Silver members pay a subscription fee for enhanced access to the Directory. They can add, edit, and manage their professional information in the Directory.
3.2.2. Silver members must undergo a thorough vetting process, which includes background checks and verification of professional certifications.
3.2.3. Silver members do not have a dedicated webpage link on the Directory and must adhere to the standard OurGAL logo and colors.
3.3. Gold Members (Contributors to Directory):
3.3.1. Gold members pay a subscription fee for premium access to the Directory. In addition to the privileges of Silver members, they can customize their own webpage link on the Directory.
3.3.2. Gold members can personalize their webpage with their own logo, colors, and theme, subject to OurGAL Directory’s guidelines and standards.
3.3.3. Similar to Silver members, Gold members must also complete the vetting process, including background checks and professional certifications.
- Use of Customizable Webpages (Gold Members)
4.1. Customization Guidelines:
4.1.1. Gold members are permitted to customize their dedicated webpage link on the Directory with their own branding, logo, colors, and theme.
4.1.2. Customizations must align with professional standards, and content on the webpage should remain relevant to guardian ad litem services.
- Vetting Process for Silver and Gold Members
5.1. Vetting Requirements:
5.1.1. To ensure the quality and professionalism of the Directory, all Silver and Gold members must undergo a vetting process.
5.1.2. The vetting process includes background checks to assess criminal history, as well as verification of professional certifications and qualifications.
5.1.3. OurGAL Directory reserves the right to deny or terminate membership to individuals who do not meet the vetting requirements.
- Termination of Membership
6.1. Grounds for Termination:
6.1.1. OurGAL Directory reserves the right to suspend or terminate a member’s account for various reasons, including but not limited to violations of these Terms and Conditions, fraudulent activity, or any other behavior that is detrimental to the community or the Directory.
- Privacy and Data Protection
7.1. Data Handling:
7.1.1. The use of OurGAL Directory is subject to our Privacy Policy. The Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect members’ personal information. It also provides details about data retention and user rights.
7.1.2. Members are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy for a comprehensive understanding of data handling practices.
- Changes to Terms and Conditions
8.1. Updates to Terms and Conditions:
8.1.1. These Terms and Conditions may be updated periodically to reflect changes in services, industry standards, or for legal and regulatory compliance reasons.
8.1.2. Members will be notified of significant changes via email or by a notice posted on the Directory website.
- Contact Us
9.1. Communication:
9.1.1. If members have questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions or any aspects of the Directory’s services, they can contact OurGAL Directory through the provided contact email or the website’s contact form.
Thank you for choosing OurGAL Directory. We are committed to providing a valuable resource for the guardian ad litem community and facilitating connections between professionals and those in need of their services.