Candoo

Community Guidelines

Welcome to Candoo

Candoo is a space for connection, support and shared experience.

Everyone here has something to offer.

Everyone here has something they need.

Our goal is to create a community where people can connect authentically, safely and respectfully.

Be kind

Treat others with respect, empathy and curiosity.

Different perspectives and experiences are welcome.

Personal attacks, discrimination, harassment, intimidation or hate speech are not.

Respect boundaries

Everyone decides what they share and with whom.

Please respect personal limits, privacy settings and communication preferences.

“No” is a complete sentence.

Share responsibly

Only share information that belongs to you.

Do not publish or distribute another person's private information without their consent.

Remember that trust is one of the most valuable things we build together.

Be honest

Authentic connections begin with honesty.

Please represent yourself truthfully and avoid misleading information or impersonation.

Support, don't exploit

Candoo exists to encourage mutual support, learning and human connection.

Manipulation, scams, spam, coercion or attempts to take advantage of others are not permitted.

Professionals and expertise

Some members may be verified Professionals.

Unless you are a verified Professional, please do not present yourself as a medical, psychological, legal or financial expert.

Even verified Professionals remain responsible for their own services, advice and professional conduct.

Candoo is not a crisis service

Candoo is a platform for connection and peer support.

It is not a replacement for emergency services, medical care, psychotherapy or crisis intervention.

If you are experiencing an emergency or are at immediate risk of harm, please contact local emergency services or a qualified professional.

Use Care Credits fairly

Care Credits are designed to encourage balance between giving and receiving support within the community.

They are not a currency and cannot be exchanged for money.

Please use them honestly and respectfully.

Help create safe spaces

Whether you join a Match, a Chat, a Walk or a Space:

Listen actively.

Respect different viewpoints.

Create room for others to participate.

Assume good intentions while maintaining healthy boundaries.

Reporting concerns

If you encounter behaviour that feels unsafe, inappropriate or harmful, please use the reporting tools or contact the Candoo team.

We review reports carefully and may take action to protect the community.

What Candoo is

Candoo is not a marketplace.

Candoo is not a dating platform.

Candoo is not a social media feed.

Candoo is a place where people share experience, support, knowledge and human connection.

Our Promise

We believe everyone has something valuable to contribute.

We believe asking for support should feel as natural as offering it.

And we believe meaningful connections begin when people feel safe enough to be themselves.

Let's build that together.