Terms of Use

Effective Date: February 17, 2026

These Terms of Use ("Terms") are a legal agreement between you and Mission Based Media LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our").

These Terms govern your use of HealthPodcast.org and its affiliated websites: healthpodcastlibrary.com, healthpodcastawards.com, healthpodcastsummit.com, and healthpodcastshow.com (collectively, the "Platform").

By using the Platform, you agree to these Terms. If you don't agree, don't use the Platform.

Who Can Use the Platform

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Platform. By using it, you represent that you're 18 or older and legally able to enter into this agreement.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we'll post the updated version here and change the "Effective Date" above.

Your continued use of the Platform after changes means you accept the new Terms. Check back periodically for updates.

Privacy and Disclaimer

Our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer are part of these Terms. Please read them.

What We Offer

Health Podcast Library — A discovery platform where you can browse and find health and science podcasts. You can create a free account to follow podcasts and get recommendations.

Memberships for Podcast Creators — Podcast creators can join as members. Membership has eligibility requirements, fees, and separate agreements. Members must agree to our Health Content Integrity Pledge.

Sponsorships — Companies can sponsor the Platform. Sponsorships are governed by separate agreements.

Health Podcast Awards — Our annual awards program. Participation is subject to specific rules and eligibility requirements.

Health Podcast Summit — Our conference event. Attendance is subject to event-specific terms.

Your Account

We can withdraw or change the Platform anytime without notice. We're not liable if the Platform is unavailable for any reason.

Registration — To use certain features, you'll need to create an account. All information you provide must be accurate and current.

Security — Keep your password confidential. Don't share your account with anyone. Notify us immediately at legal@healthpodcast.org if you suspect unauthorized access.

We can disable your account anytime if we believe you've violated these Terms.

Ownership and Intellectual Property

All Platform content—text, graphics, logos, images, audio, software—is owned by us, our members, or our licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.

You get a limited license to use the Platform for personal, non-commercial purposes. You can't:

Copy, modify, or distribute Platform content
Use content for commercial purposes without permission
Remove copyright or attribution notices
Use data mining, robots, or automated tools
Reverse engineer any part of the Platform

The HealthPodcast.org name and logo are our trademarks. Don't use them without permission.

Podcast Submissions

When podcast creators submit their podcasts via RSS feed, they're providing publicly available information. We collect what's already public: titles, descriptions, artwork, audio files, and other RSS feed metadata.

By submitting a podcast, you represent that:

You have the legal right to distribute your content
Your content complies with applicable laws
Your content doesn't infringe anyone's intellectual property
You agree to the Health Content Integrity Pledge (if you're a member)

Rules of Conduct

Don't use the Platform to:

Violate any laws
Impersonate anyone
Interfere with the Platform's operation
Try to gain unauthorized access
Introduce viruses or malicious code
Harvest user information
Use it for unauthorized advertising

Third-Party Links

The Platform may link to third-party websites we don't control. We're not responsible for their content or practices. Use them at your own risk.

Important Disclaimers

For Educational Purposes Only — Content on the Platform, including podcast listings, is for educational and informational purposes only.

Not Medical Advice — THE PLATFORM DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL OR HEALTH ADVICE. While we feature health podcasts from credible sources, we don't verify, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of podcast content. Information from podcasts is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

If you're experiencing a medical emergency, call 911. Don't rely on podcasts or the Platform for emergencies.

No Warranties — THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DON'T GUARANTEE IT WILL BE ERROR-FREE, UNINTERRUPTED, OR SECURE.

Limits on Our Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE'RE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM, INCLUDING DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

IF YOU'RE DISSATISFIED WITH THE PLATFORM OR THESE TERMS, YOUR ONLY REMEDY IS TO STOP USING THE PLATFORM.

You Agree to Indemnify Us

You agree to defend and hold us harmless from any claims, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the Platform
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of anyone's rights
Your violation of any laws

Email Communications

By using the Platform or emailing us, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These satisfy any legal requirement for written communication.

Memberships and Sponsorships

Podcast creator memberships and sponsorships are governed by separate written agreements that specify fees, payment terms, and refund policies.

Browsing and listening to podcasts on the Platform is free. We may change this in the future with notice.

Copyright and DMCA

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed on the Platform, notify our copyright agent:

Copyright Agent
Mission Based Media LLC
30 N Gould St Ste R
Sheridan, WY 82801-6317
Email: legal@healthpodcast.org

Your notice must include:

Your signature (physical or electronic)
Identification of the copyrighted work
Identification of the infringing material and where it's located
Your contact information
A statement that you believe in good faith that the use is unauthorized
A statement under penalty of perjury that you're authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf

Termination

We can suspend or terminate your access to the Platform anytime, with or without notice, if we believe you've violated these Terms.

You can delete your account anytime by contacting legal@healthpodcast.org.

Even after termination, you're still bound by these Terms' provisions on warranties, disclaimers, and liability limits.

Disputes and Legal Stuff

Try to Resolve Disputes Informally First — Before filing a lawsuit, contact us at legal@healthpodcast.org to try to resolve the issue. We'll attempt resolution within 45 days.

Governing Law — These Terms are governed by Delaware law, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Where Lawsuits Must Be Filed — Any legal action must be brought exclusively in federal or state courts in Delaware. You consent to jurisdiction there and waive any objections.

Time Limit for Claims — You must bring any claim within one (1) year after it arises. After that, it's barred.

No Class Actions — ALL DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY. NO CLASS ACTIONS, COLLECTIVE ACTIONS, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTIONS ARE ALLOWED.

No Jury Trials — YOU AND WE BOTH WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL.

General Terms

Entire Agreement — These Terms, the Privacy Policy, and the Disclaimer are the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Platform.

Severability — If any provision is found invalid, the rest of these Terms remain in effect.

No Waiver — Our failure to enforce any provision doesn't waive our right to enforce it later.

Can't Transfer — You can't assign these Terms or your rights without our permission. We can assign them anytime.

International Use — The Platform is intended for use in the United States. If you're accessing from elsewhere, you're responsible for complying with local laws.