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Some LongeCity users and even some Members have expressed an interest in engaging in 'group buys' - collective purchasing of a substance which is then shared privately and used for research, recreational or health reasons.
LongeCity is not about buying supplements. Our mission is "to conquer the blight of involuntary death" - some substances may be a part of that pursuit.
Regarding the concept of 'group buys': LongeCity is and has always been in favour of informed consumer choice, supportive of grass-roots community projects and mindful of the fact that scientific boundaries in this area are constantly being pushed.
On the other hand we are not aware that there is a market failure which absolutely necessitates collective purchasing for scientific or health reasons.
Therefore, LongeCity will *not officially* support, orchestrate or endorse any 'group buy' initiative.
The fact that our platform for information exchange is also used for information exchange about 'group buys' entitles no one to anything, and we specifically give no protections to participants whatsoever and no guarantee that accounts, tools, access rights, communication channels etc that LongeCity provides at any time will remain available.
However, we are a members-based organisation and if some members are interested in such activities.
There is a tool that can be used: the new private groups system allows any Member to create their own group and to invite any registered user to join it. This can be used for expert discussions, local chapters, specific projects but also, theoretically, for group buys.
The system is still very much in trial mode, but it should be considered for group buys to avoid 'clogging' the public forums.
Those engaging in a group buy should consider, at their own risk:
- is procuring and import/export of the substance in question lawful in your country?
- is the original manufacturer reliable, responsible and authorised?
- do you trust the persons taking part in the initiative? (to not defraud you, to communicate effectively, to handle the goods responsibly etc.)?
- do you know enough about the substance in the first place?
- what will you do if something goes wrong?
LongeCity leadership will listen to members about experiences with 'group buy' initiatives and private forums. If these turn out to be negative, or if it appears that the tools we provide are being used in contravention of our site rules or to bring LongeCity into disrepute, we will take steps to prevent such activities being associated with LongeCity at all.