Effective Date: 30.03.2026
Welcome to Methadone.org, available at https://www.methadone.org/. Methadone.org is an independent online resource combining a comprehensive educational library on opioid addiction and treatment with a practical directory of licensed clinics, support groups, and recovery services across the United States. By visiting or using our site, you accept and agree to follow these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not accept these Terms, please do not access or use this website.
Website Usage
Age Requirement: You must be at least 16 years old to use this website. By continuing to browse or interact with the site, you confirm that you meet this age threshold and are legally able to accept these Terms.
Allowed Activities: This site is designed for accessing educational content on opioid addiction and treatment, searching our directory of treatment centers and support group meetings, submitting directory listings or content contributions, and exploring partnership or collaboration opportunities. You may only use the site for lawful purposes that are consistent with our Mission of expanding access to honest, compassionate information about addiction and recovery.
Restricted Actions: You agree not to:
- Copy, publicly display, redistribute, or modify any site content without our prior written consent
- Submit spam, viruses, malware, or any material that could harm the site or its users
- Attempt to access restricted areas, servers, or non-public parts of the site without authorization
- Disrupt the site’s operation or availability through denial-of-service attacks, automated scraping, or excessive automated requests
- Misrepresent your identity, credentials, or organizational affiliation when submitting directory listings or content contributions
- Use the site for unauthorized commercial activities beyond what is explicitly permitted under these Terms
Not Medical Advice
The content published on Methadone.org is for general educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendation.
Nothing on this site should be used as a substitute for professional guidance from a licensed physician, addiction specialist, or other qualified healthcare provider. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions about any medication, treatment program, or medical condition. Never disregard, delay, or discontinue professional medical advice based on anything you read on this website.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
Treatment Directory and Helpline
Directory Listings: Our directory lists third-party treatment providers, clinics, and peer support meetings for informational purposes only. Methadone.org does not endorse, certify, or guarantee any listed provider, facility, or program. Listings are submitted by providers or compiled from public sources and are subject to our review process. We encourage users to independently verify provider credentials, licensing status, services offered, and availability before making any treatment decisions. Inclusion in our directory does not imply endorsement or quality certification by Methadone.org.
Helpline: Our helpline (858) 838-4343 is available to assist callers in locating information and treatment resources. It is not an emergency service and is not a substitute for emergency medical care. Calls are free, anonymous, and handled by our helpline partner. Helpline hours are Monday–Friday 08:00–20:00 ET and Saturday 09:00–17:00 ET. The helpline is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Intellectual Property
- Site Content Ownership: All original materials on Methadone.org — including articles, guides, directory data, graphics, logos, and page design — are owned by or licensed to Methadone.org and are protected by applicable U.S. copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use may violate these laws and these Terms. You may access and print content from this site for your own personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, republish, redistribute, scrape, or commercially exploit any content without prior written permission. To request permission, contact [email protected].
- Submitted Content: When you submit material — such as a directory listing, content contribution, or expert commentary — you Grant Methadone.org a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute that material in connection with our platform and Mission. You retain ownership of your submission but are fully responsible for ensuring it does not violate any third-party rights, is factually accurate, and complies with our contribution guidelines.
- Sponsored and Advertised Content: Any sponsored materials or advertisements are clearly labeled as such to preserve editorial independence and transparency. Sponsors and advertisers must comply with our standards and all applicable laws. We reserve the right to decline or remove any content that conflicts with our mission or does not meet our quality requirements. Sponsors have no influence over our editorial decisions.
Content Contributions and Directory Submissions
- Content Contributions: We welcome evidence-based contributions from addiction medicine physicians, clinical pharmacists, public health researchers, licensed counselors, patient advocates, and individuals with lived experience in recovery. All submissions must be original, accurate, accessible to a general audience, and directly relevant to opioid addiction, treatment, or recovery. To submit a contribution, contact [email protected] with the subject line Content Submission.
- Editorial Review: Every submission undergoes editorial review for accuracy, readability, and alignment with our standards. We may edit, modify, or decline any submission in order to maintain content quality and medical integrity.
- Credit and Attribution: Accepted contributions will include appropriate author credit unless anonymity is requested and approved. Submitting content constitutes acceptance of the licensing terms described above.
- Ethical Standards: We have a strict no-tolerance policy for plagiarism, fabrication, and any form of scientific or editorial misconduct. Contributors are fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of their work.
- Directory Listings: Licensed treatment providers may submit or update listings by contacting [email protected] with the subject line Directory Listing. All submissions are reviewed before publication to verify licensing and accuracy standards.
Partnerships and Advertising
Partnerships: Methadone.org collaborates with universities, nonprofit organizations, public health agencies, community health initiatives, and healthcare technology companies whose values align with our mission. All partnerships must support our commitment to editorial independence and evidence-based content. To discuss a collaboration, contact [email protected] with the subject line Partnership Inquiry.
Advertising: We offer limited, carefully vetted advertising and sponsorship opportunities to organizations in the healthcare, wellness, and recovery sectors. All advertising must comply with our editorial independence guidelines and be clearly labeled as sponsored. We reserve the right to refuse or remove any advertisement that conflicts with our values, contains inaccurate information, or does not meet our standards. For advertising inquiries, contact [email protected] with the subject line Sponsorship / Advertising.
Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Methadone.org, its team, contributors, and partners are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from your use of this site, your reliance on its content, or your use of any provider or service found through our directory. We work to ensure our content is accurate and current, but we cannot guarantee that all information is complete, error-free, or up to date at all times. All content is provided for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice or clinical evaluation.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting to this page. The updated effective date will be noted at the top of this document. We recommend reviewing this page periodically. Continued use of Methadone.org following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms or any aspect of our platform, please reach out:
| Topic | Contact |
| General inquiries and editorial | [email protected] |
| Directory listing submissions | [email protected] — subject: Directory Listing |
| Content contributions | [email protected] — subject: Content Submission |
| Partnership proposals | [email protected] — subject: Partnership Inquiry |
| Sponsorship and advertising | [email protected] — subject: Sponsorship / Advertising |
| Technical support | [email protected] — subject: Technical Support |
| Crisis helpline | (858) 838-4343 |
By using Methadone.org, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Use.