Effective Date:
Thu, 1 May 2025 - 00:00

By working with Spectrum for Men, you agree to comply with this Supplier Code of Conduct and all referenced policies. We thank you for your partnership in upholding these standards.

Spectrum for Men (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to ethical, legal, and socially responsible business practices. We expect all suppliers, vendors, contractors, and business partners (“Suppliers”) to uphold these same standards in their operations and supply chains. This Supplier Code of Conduct sets forth our minimum expectations and is cross-referenced with our core policies to ensure alignment and transparency.

1. Compliance with Laws and Regulations

Suppliers must operate in full compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

• Labor, employment, and wage laws
• Health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Data protection and privacy laws (such as GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, UK GDPR, and others)
• Anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws

2. Human Rights and Labor Practices

Suppliers must:

• Prohibit all forms of forced labor, slavery, human trafficking, and child labor
• Provide fair wages, benefits, and working hours in accordance with applicable laws
• Treat all workers with dignity and respect, ensuring a workplace free from harassment, discrimination, and abuse
• Respect workers’ rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining

For more, see our Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement.

3. Health, Safety, and Environment

Suppliers must:

• Provide a safe and healthy working environment
• Comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations
• Minimize environmental impact by managing waste, emissions, and resource use responsibly

4. Ethical Business Conduct

Suppliers must:

• Conduct business ethically, with integrity and transparency
• Prohibit all forms of bribery, corruption, extortion, and embezzlement
• Avoid conflicts of interest and disclose any potential conflicts to us promptly
• Protect confidential information and intellectual property belonging to Spectrum for Men and others

5. Data Protection and Privacy

Suppliers who process, store, or transmit personal data on our behalf must:

• Comply with all applicable data protection and privacy laws
• Implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data
• Cooperate with us to address data subject requests, data breaches, or regulatory inquiries

See our Privacy Policy, Data Processing Agreement, and Terms of Service for further details.

6. Content, Advertising, and Platform Integrity

Suppliers providing content, advertising, or affiliate services must:

• Ensure all content and advertising is legal, truthful, and not misleading
• Not promote or facilitate illegal, exploitative, or harmful products or services
• Comply with our Acceptable Use Policy, Affiliate Disclosure, and Community Guidelines

7. Reporting and Whistleblowing

Suppliers must provide a safe mechanism for workers to report concerns or violations of this Code, without fear of retaliation. Suppliers must promptly inform Spectrum for Men of any known or suspected violations related to their relationship with us.

8. Monitoring and Compliance

• We reserve the right to assess supplier compliance with this Code, including through audits or requests for documentation.
• Failure to comply with this Code may result in corrective action, suspension, or termination of the business relationship.

9. Contact

Questions or concerns about this Code? Contact us.

9. Cross-Referenced Policies

This Supplier Code of Conduct should be read together, at a minimum, with our:

Effective Date:
Thu, 1 May 2025 - 00:00

This statement is made pursuant to section 54 of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and outlines the steps taken by Spectrum for Men to prevent slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains.

Our Business and Structure

Spectrum for Men is a niche online community for Gay, Bi, and Queer individuals, providing forums, blogs, product reviews, directories, social networking, and affiliate content. Our platform is intended for adults only and may include sensitive or adult-oriented material. We operate primarily as a digital service, relying on partnerships with technology, advertising, and professional service providers to support our business.

Our Policies

Spectrum for Men is committed to ethical business practices and upholding human rights. Our policies-including our Terms of Service, Acceptable Use Policy, Community Guidelines, and Supplier Code of Conduct prohibit any form of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, or unlawful child labor in our operations or on our platform.

• We do not allow any content or activity that promotes, solicits, or facilitates slavery, human trafficking, or exploitation, including paid services involving physical sexual content or any sexual or suggestive content involving minors.
• We require all users and partners to respect the rights and safety of others and to comply with all applicable laws.
• We prohibit discrimination, harassment, violence, and any acts that threaten the safety or dignity of individuals.

Supply Chains and Due Diligence

Spectrum for Men is not a manufacturer and does not purchase raw materials or commodities. Our procurement is focused on digital services, cloud hosting, software, office supplies, and professional services. We expect all suppliers and partners to adhere to high ethical standards and applicable laws, including prohibitions on forced or compulsory labor and human trafficking.

• We conduct due diligence on suppliers, including reviewing their labor and human rights practices where appropriate.
• Our supplier agreements include contractual provisions requiring compliance with anti-slavery and human trafficking laws.
• We may require improvements to substandard employment practices or terminate relationships with suppliers that fail to meet our standards.

Risk Assessment and Management

We regularly assess the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains, focusing on areas where risk may be higher due to geographic, sectoral, or operational factors. Our risk management includes:

• Reviewing suppliers’ labor practices and compliance with local and international laws.
• Monitoring for any activities or content on our platform that could indicate exploitation or trafficking.
• Taking prompt action to investigate and address any concerns raised by staff, users, or third parties.

Training and Awareness

All Spectrum for Men employees and contractors receive training on our anti-slavery and human trafficking policies as part of onboarding and ongoing compliance programs. Training covers:

• How to identify signs of modern slavery and human trafficking.
• How to report concerns or suspected violations.
• Our commitment to upholding human rights and ethical standards.

Reporting and Remediation

We encourage employees, users, and suppliers to report any concerns about slavery or human trafficking through our designated reporting channels. Reports are investigated promptly and confidentially. Where issues are identified, we take appropriate remedial action, which may include working with suppliers to improve practices or terminating business relationships.

Effectiveness and Review

We assess the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures by:

• Reviewing and updating our policies annually.
• Monitoring supplier compliance and conducting periodic risk assessments.
• Tracking and responding to reports or incidents involving potential modern slavery or human trafficking.

Approval and Publication

This statement has been approved by the management of Spectrum for Men and will be reviewed and updated annually, in line with the requirements of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.

If you have questions or concerns about this statement or our approach to preventing slavery and human trafficking, please contact us.

Spectrum for Men is committed to promoting ethical business practices and protecting people from slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chains.

The documents below provide further detail on our standards, enforcement practices, and reporting mechanisms. This Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement should be read in conjunction with them.

Originally Published:
Thu, 1 May 2025 - 00:00

Welcome to Spectrum for Men (“we”, “us”, “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website and services. By accessing or using our site, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully.

1. Nature and Purpose of the Website

Spectrum for Men is a niche online community for Gay, Bi, and Queer individuals, providing product reviews, articles, blogs, a directory, forums, social networking, and affiliate content. The site includes advertising, some of which may be for adult goods and services. Content is intended strictly for individuals over the age of consent; minors are not permitted.

2. Age Restriction and Verification Policy

All users must complete our age verification process as described in our Age Restriction and Verification Policy before they may access any adult content. We do not accept self-declared age or payment-based age checks as sufficient for access to age-restricted content. Only robust age verification methods, such as government-issued ID, biometric verification, or approved third-party services, are accepted. We do not retain copies of government-issued IDs or sensitive documents after verification is complete, except as required by law. Only non-identifying verification tokens and status are retained for compliance and audit purposes.”Access to Spectrum for Men is restricted to individuals 18 years of age or older.

3. User Interaction and Content

• Users may post, upload, and share content including text, images, videos, reviews, and comments.
• All content must comply with our Acceptable Use Policy and Community Guidelines. Prohibited behaviors include harassment, hate speech, illegal activity, and spam.
• Content moderation is performed by both human and AI processes; flagged content may be reviewed and removed at our discretion.
• Users are solely responsible for their contributions and must ensure they have the rights to post any material.

4. Data Collection and Processing

• We collect personal information such as usernames, names, emails, IP addresses, payment details, and technical logs.
• Data is collected via forms, cookies, and similar technologies for account creation, marketing, advertising, and analytics.
• Users may provide sensitive information in profiles or content. No data is knowingly collected from minors.
• For more details, see our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

• User data is not knowingly shared with third parties except for essential partners, vendors, and advertising networks.
• No international data transfers occur.
• For further information, refer to our Data Processing Agreement (DPA).

6. Legal and Regulatory Compliance

We comply with applicable data protection and consumer laws, including:

• United States (Washington State: RCW, WAC, FTC Act, COPPA, HIPAA, GLBA, PAVE Act)
• Canada (PIPEDA, provincial laws)
• UK (UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018)
• Ireland (EU GDPR, Irish Data Protection Act 2018)
• Australia (Privacy Act 1988, APPs)
• New Zealand (Privacy Act 2020)

7. Intellectual Property

• Website articles, reviews, and blog posts created by us are our property. All other content is user-generated.
• Users retain copyright and licensing for their content but grant us a perpetual, worldwide license to display it on the site unless consent is withdrawn.
• For copyright issues, see our Copyright Notice & Intellectual Property Policy.

8. Commercial Terms, Memberships, Subscriptions, and Donations

• SaaS, memberships, and donations are refundable upon request within 30 days.
• Recurring subscriptions may be canceled and refunded within 30 days or before the end of the subscription period.

9. Payment, Delivery, Refund, and Return Policies

• Payment is due before goods or services are provided. Accepted payment methods are listed at checkout.
• Shipping is within the US only; goods are shipped within 3 business days for in-stock items.
• Returns are accepted within 30 days for credit or replacement; merchandise must be returned in like-new condition, with all original packaging. Return shipping is the customer’s responsibility.
• Taxes and a 15% restocking fee may apply to returned physical goods.
• Subscription and membership taxes apply where required.
• Payment disputes are handled via customer support; chargebacks or failed payments may result in account suspension.

10. Customer Service

• Support is available via self-service resources, ticketing, and email, with a response within 2 business days.

11. Pricing

• No hidden fees or dynamic pricing, except for location-based conversions with a US based currency (e.g., $10 USD or $12 CAD).

12. Limitations of Liability and Disclaimers

• Use of the site is at your own risk. We provide information for general purposes only and disclaim any liability for actions taken based on site content.
• We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information, including advice or recommendations.
• See our Disclaimer for more details.

13. User Rights and Responsibilities

• Users must comply with all policies, including the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), Community Guidelines, and User-Generated Content Agreement, Age Restrictions and Verification Policy.
• Users own their data and content and may manage or delete their accounts at any time.
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms.

14. Administrative and Contact Information

• The site is owned and operated by Spectrum for Men, Contact us. PO Box 2269, Westport, WA 98595, USA.
• We are the Data Controller. No Data Protection Officer is appointed.

15. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Washington State, USA, and applicable international regulations.

If you have questions or require assistance, contact us or via our support channels.

This Terms of Service should be read in conjunction with, at a minimum, our: