MuddleMend Terms of Use

Last Updated: February 4, 2026

Welcome to MuddleMend. TheseTerms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of theMuddleMend website (muddlemend.com), Substack newsletter (muddlemendadhd.substack.com),and all associated digital products, guides, templates, and content(collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using ourServices, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to theseTerms, please do not use our Services.

1. About MuddleMend

MuddleMend is an educational platform that provides implementation guides, frameworks, and resources to help neurodivergent adults configure everyday technology as cognitive accessibility accommodations. Our Services include educational content and articles published on our website and Substack newsletter, digital products including PDF guides, templates, and implementation frameworks, no-code application templates, and technical documentation and systematic frameworks.

MuddleMend is not
a coaching service, therapeutic intervention, medical practice, or provider ofongoing support services. All content is for educational purposes only.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using our Services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent, you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms, and you will comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws.

3. Use of Services

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes to learn about and implement technology accommodations. Our digital products are licensed for individual use by the purchaser.

3.2 Prohibited Use

You may not redistribute, resell, or share purchased digital products; use content for commercial training, workshops, or courses without written permission; remove copyright notices, attributions, or watermarks from materials; scrape, data mine, or use automated tools to extract content; impersonate MuddleMend or falsely claim affiliation with our brand; or attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems or accounts.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Ownership

All content, frameworks, methodologies, guides, templates, and materials provided through our Services are the intellectual property of MuddleMend and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 License Grant

Upon purchase of digital products, you receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable, personal license to use the materials for your own cognitive accessibility implementation. This license does not grant you any ownership rights.

4.3 Frameworks and Methodologies

The MuddleMend framework, including the three-pillar approach (Accommodations, Observability, FeedbackLoops), symptom-first organization, resilience engineering methodology forADHD, and implementation structures are proprietary intellectual property.

5. Products and Purchases

5.1 Payment Processing

All purchases are processed through third-party payment platforms (Gumroad). By making a purchase, you agree to their terms of service as well.

5.2 Pricing

Prices are listed in AustralianDollars (AUD) unless otherwise stated. We reserve the right to change pricingat any time. Price changes do not affect purchases already completed.

5.3 Refunds

Due to the nature of digital products, all sales are final. Refunds may be considered on a case-by-case basis for technical issues preventing product download or access, duplicate purchases, or products significantly different from descriptions.Refund requests must be submitted to hello@muddlemend.com within 14 days of purchase with explanation.

6. Educational Nature and Disclaimers

6.1 Not Medical or Professional Advice

MuddleMend provides educational content only. Our Services are not medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice or treatment; not a substitute for professional diagnosis or care; not coaching, ongoing support, or accountability services; and not technical support for third-party devices or software.

Always consult qualified professionals for medical, mental health, or technical matters. MuddleMend does not provide crisis support or emergency services.

6.2 No Guaranteed Outcomes

Implementation of accessibility accommodations is individual and variable. We make no guarantees regarding outcomes, effectiveness, or results from using our methods, guides, or frameworks.

6.3 Technology Configuration Risks

Configuring technology systems carries inherent risks. You are responsible for backing up data before system changes, understanding your devices and their limitations, security and privacy settings on your own systems, and compliance with terms of service for third-party platforms and devices.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

Our content references third-party technology products, services, and platforms (smart home devices, automation apps, AI tools, etc.). MuddleMend is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or responsible for the availability, functionality, or security of third-party products; changes to third-party platforms or discontinuation of services; privacy practices or data handling by third-party services; or costs associated with purchasing recommended products or subscriptions.Any links to external websites are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for external content.

8. User Submissions and Feedback

If you provide feedback, suggestions, questions, or other communications to MuddleMend (via email, Substack comments, or other channels), you grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and incorporate such feedback without compensation or attribution.Do not share personal health information or sensitive medical details, information that could identify others without their consent, or proprietary or confidential information.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, MuddleMend is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages. This includes damages from system configurations, data loss, technology malfunction, implementation failures, or any outcomes related to using our methods. Maximum liability for any claim is limited to the amount you paid for the specific product or service.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless MuddleMend, its owner, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of our Services, your violation of these Terms, your violation of any third-party rights, or implementation of accessibility accommodations based on our guidance.

11. Updates and Changes to Services

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our Services; update content, guides, and frameworks as technology evolves; change pricing for future products or services; and update these Terms with notice via email or website posting.Continued use of Services after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to Services for violation of these Terms. Upon termination, you retain access to purchased digital products for personal use, but you lose access to website content, newsletters, and community features. All prohibitions and limitations remain in effect.

13. Australian Consumer Law

MuddleMend operates from Perth, Western Australia. Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer guarantees, warranties, or other rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws that cannot be excluded, restricted, or modified by agreement.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Western Australia and the Commonwealth of Australia. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Western Australia.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MuddleMend regarding use of our Services.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at hello@muddlemend.com or visit muddlemend.com. We are located in Perth, Western Australia.

By using MuddleMend Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.