Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: February 17, 2025


Welcome to McKeen ("Website"), a blog owned and operated by Fovere Verba Publishing Inc., a federally incorporated Canadian company ("Company"). Our Website is dedicated to discussions on neuroscience, cognitive science, artificial intelligence, philosophy, and related topics. By accessing or using this Website, subscribing to our newsletter, or engaging with any content, you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

1. Definitions

  • "Website" refers to McKeen (mckeen.ghost.io) hosted on Ghost.
  • "We," "Us," and "Our" refer to McKeen and Fovere Verba Publishing Inc.
  • "User" refers to any individual accessing, browsing, or using the Website.
  • "Subscriber" refers to any user who signs up for our newsletter or other subscription services.
  • "Content" includes, but is not limited to, articles, videos, courses, images, graphics, and educational materials published on the Website.

2. Use of Content

The content provided on this Website is intended for informational and educational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all content is free from errors or omissions. The content should not be interpreted as professional, medical, legal, or financial advice.

2.1 Free Membership Tier

Users with a Free Membership may access and share publicly available content via social media or other platforms, provided that proper credit is given and the content is not modified or misrepresented. Free tier users may not redistribute, resell, or use the content for commercial purposes.

2.2 Paid Membership Tier

Users with a Paid Membership are granted additional access to premium content. Premium content is for personal use only and may not be shared, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without explicit written permission. Unauthorized sharing or distribution of premium content may result in the termination of membership and potential legal action.

Users may share brief excerpts of our content (e.g., quotes or summaries) with proper attribution, but extensive copying, reproduction, or distribution of content without permission is prohibited.

For questions about permitted uses of our content, please contact us at info@fovereverba.com.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, and videos, is owned by or licensed to Fovere Verba Publishing Inc. and is protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

  • Users may not claim ownership of any content published on the Website.
  • Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of content without permission is strictly prohibited.

4. Subscription and Membership

McKeen currently offers two membership tiers:

4.1 Free Membership (MckeenMind)

Provides access to a selection of our content at no cost. Free members may access publicly available content and share it in accordance with our Use of Content policy.

4.2 Paid Membership (McKeenMind Premium)

For $15 CAD per month, or $135 CAD per year, paid members gain access to exclusive premium content and additional benefits.

  • Payment Terms: All transactions are processed in Canadian Dollars (CAD). Users are responsible for any transaction fees, including currency conversion fees if applicable.
  • Billing Cycle: Paid memberships renew automatically unless canceled prior to the renewal date.
  • Cancellation Policy: Users may cancel their paid membership at any time. No refunds will be provided for partial months or unused portions of the subscription period.
  • Changes to Membership: We may introduce additional membership tiers in the future, offering varied benefits and pricing. Existing paid members will be notified of any changes to their subscription terms, including pricing or access to content, with sufficient time to adjust or cancel their subscription if desired.

By subscribing to any of our membership tiers, you agree to comply with these terms and any additional terms presented during the signup process. For questions about memberships or billing, please contact us at info@fovereverba.com.

5. Privacy Policy

We collect and store personal information, including email addresses, solely for subscription and communication purposes. We do not sell or share personal information with third parties without consent, except as required by law.

Our full Privacy Policy is available at Privacy Policy.

6. User Conduct

Users agree to engage respectfully in discussions and comments. The following actions are prohibited:

  • Harassment: Including but not limited to hate speech, abusive language, or threats.
  • Spam: Unsolicited promotions, advertisements, or repetitive content.
  • Malicious Content: Uploading or transmitting software viruses, harmful code, or any content that could disrupt or damage our Website or its users.

We reserve the right to remove content, suspend accounts, or ban users who violate these guidelines.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of our Website or reliance on our content.
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to the Website.
  • Users assume all risks associated with using this Website, including exposure to content that may be considered inappropriate or offensive.

8. External Links and Third-Party Content

Our Website may contain links to external websites or include content provided by third parties.

  • We do not endorse or assume responsibility for any content found on external websites.
  • Users accessing external links do so at their own risk.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

All content and services provided through this Website are offered "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Accuracy: We do not warrant that the information provided is accurate, complete, or up-to-date.
  • Availability: We do not guarantee the Website will be available at all times or free from interruptions.
  • Fitness for Purpose: We do not warrant that our content is suitable for any particular purpose.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time.

  • Notification of Changes: Any changes will be effective upon posting on this page. We encourage users to review this page regularly to stay informed of updates.
  • Acceptance of Changes: Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

  • Any disputes arising under or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario, Canada.
  • By using this Website, you consent to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts for the resolution of any disputes.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

13. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.