Terms & Conditions

How you may use the Stepwise Recovery website and its content

Introduction

These terms govern your use of the Stepwise Recovery website (stepwiserecovery.com). By accessing and using this site, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the site.

Stepwise Recovery Ltd reserves the right to update, amend, or revise these terms at any time at its sole discretion. Your continued use of the website following the posting of revised terms means you accept and agree to the changes.

Last updated: March 2026

About Stepwise Recovery

Stepwise Recovery is an independent recovery resource that offers substance-specific recovery guides and tools inspired by Twelve Step principles. We provide educational and informational content to support individuals on their recovery journey.

Important clarifications:

  • Stepwise Recovery is NOT a medical service and does not provide clinical care or diagnosis
  • We are NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any Twelve Step fellowship or organisation
  • Our guides are educational resources, not substitutes for professional treatment or support

Published by: Stepwise Recovery Ltd, Strawberry Fields Digital Hub, Euxton Lane, Chorley, Lancashire, PR25 5AU

Using Our Website

Age Restriction

This website is intended for individuals aged 18 years and over. By using this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old.

Acceptable Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the website. Prohibited behaviour includes:

  • Introducing viruses, malware, or any other malicious code
  • Attempting to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website or its systems
  • Using automated systems, robots, or scraping tools to extract, copy, or reproduce content
  • Reproducing, republishing, or redistributing any content without written permission from Stepwise Recovery Ltd
  • Using the website in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the website or interfere with any other user’s use of the site

Self-Assessment Tools

The self-assessment tools available on this website are provided for personal reflection and self-awareness only. They are NOT:

  • Medical diagnoses
  • Clinical assessments
  • Professional mental health or medical advice
  • Substitutes for professional consultation

How the tools work

Our self-assessment tools use a traffic-light system (Green, Amber, Orange, Red) to provide general guidance only. The results are intended as a starting point for personal reflection and conversation with healthcare professionals, not as definitive indicators of your health status.

Data privacy

All data entered into self-assessment tools is processed on your device only. We do not store, transmit, or retain this information. Your privacy is protected by design.

Always consult a professional

If you have any medical or mental health concerns, you should always consult a qualified healthcare professional such as your GP, a counsellor, or a medical specialist.

Content and Medical Disclaimer

All content on this website, including guides, articles, and resources, is provided for educational and informational purposes only. This content is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Stepwise Recovery does not provide medical services, clinical assessments, or treatment. Recovery is a personal journey, and what works for one person may not work for another.

When to seek professional help

You should always seek advice from your GP or a qualified healthcare professional if you:

  • Are experiencing health concerns or symptoms
  • Are struggling with substance use or addiction
  • Are experiencing mental health difficulties
  • Need support or treatment
  • Have questions about any health matter

For more information, please see our full Medical Disclaimer page and our Copyright and Intellectual Property page.

Intellectual Property

All content, design, code, and intellectual property on this website are owned by Stepwise Recovery Ltd, unless otherwise stated. This includes but is not limited to:

  • All written content, guides, and articles
  • Website design, layout, and structure
  • Graphics, images, and visual elements
  • The Six-Lens Framework, which is original intellectual property developed by Stepwise Recovery
  • Software, code, and technology underlying the website

Trademark acknowledgements

Twelve Step, AA, Narcotics Anonymous, NA, and other fellowship names are registered trademarks of their respective organisations. Stepwise Recovery is independent and not affiliated with any of these organisations.

For full information about trademark acknowledgements and copyright notices, please refer to our Copyright and Intellectual Property page.

Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to external websites for convenience and informational purposes. Stepwise Recovery is not responsible for the content, accuracy, availability, or policies of external websites.

Links from our website to external sites do not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or approval of those sites or their content. We encourage you to review the terms of use and privacy policies of any external websites before using them.

If you have concerns about content on a website linked from our site, please contact the operator of that website directly.

User Contributions

If you submit any content to us (such as stories, feedback, testimonials, or other contributions), you grant Stepwise Recovery Ltd a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual licence to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute that content in any format or medium.

By submitting content, you confirm that:

  • The content is your own original work
  • You own all rights to the content
  • The content does not infringe the intellectual property or privacy rights of any third party
  • You consent to Stepwise Recovery anonymising and publishing the content

Stepwise Recovery reserves the right to remove, edit, or refuse to publish any submitted content at its sole discretion, without reason or notice.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by English law, Stepwise Recovery Ltd shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, loss of profits, or loss of data arising out of or in connection with your use of this website, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damage.

No warranty of availability or accuracy

We do not guarantee that:

  • The website will be available at all times or without interruption
  • The website will be free from errors, bugs, or security vulnerabilities
  • All content will be accurate, complete, or up to date

Exceptions

Nothing in these terms shall exclude or limit our liability for:

  • Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
  • Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
  • Any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under English law

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms of use and any disputes arising out of or relating to them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any legal proceedings, claims, or disputes arising out of or relating to your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales. You irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction of these courts.

Changes to These Terms

Stepwise Recovery Ltd may revise these terms of use at any time at its sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed of any updates or changes to these terms.

Get in Touch

If you have questions about these terms of use or wish to contact us regarding any legal matters, please reach out using the contact details below:

General Enquiries

Privacy Enquiries

UK Crisis Support Services

Samaritans

116 123

Frank (Drug Support)

0300 123 6600

Narcotics Anonymous UK

0300 999 1212

SHOUT (Crisis Text)

Text 85258

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