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The World's Open Protocols & Practices Community

What Are Protocols?

Protocols, unlike rules, are designed to liberate rather than control. They offer flexible, consensual ways of collaborating, adopted voluntarily based on their relevance to specific needs. Each protocol is an experiment in finding the most effective methods for collaboration within specific contexts.

Find Agreements, Contracts, Policies, and Practices!

No more slow and costly documents — let's take matters into our hands.

Protocols range from replacing traditional contracts to shaping everyday practices, enabling a peer-to-peer environment that fosters radical collaboration and innovation. By adopting protocols, people take responsibility for their work and create a more dynamic, inclusive, and effective way of working together.


Embrace a radically collaborative approach and human-scale solutions.



Benefits of Protocols


Simplify Complexity

Replace outdated policies and cumbersome contracts, agreements with clear, efficient protocols.

Open Collaboration

Leverage a community of innovators contributing to and refining protocols that set new standards in effectiveness.

Flexibility

Adapt any protocol or practice to meet your specific needs and challenges.

Transparency and Trust

Build trust with transparent practices that everyone can understand and adopt.

Speed and Agility

Implement solutions faster with protocols and practices designed for rapid deployment and scalability.

Cost Efficiency

Reduce operational costs by adopting streamlined protocols and practices that minimize redundancy and enhance process efficiency.
“What we have ignored is what citizens
can do and the importance of real
involvement from the people involved.”
Elinor Ostrom

How Protocols Work

Here is how open protocols work within a collaborative community.

(1) The community uses and contributes protocols, ensuring they are beneficial and serve needs.

(2) Others then adopt these protocols, integrating them into their practices.

(3) Collaborators then bundle protocols together to meet specific contexts.

(4) Finally, these guides are made available for other collaborators to use, creating a continuous cycle of contribution, adoption, and enhancement. This process fosters a dynamic, collaborative environment where protocols evolve based on collective input and practical application, ultimately enhancing the community's overall efficiency and innovation.

“Coming together is a beginning;
keeping together is progress;
working together is success.”
Edward Everett Hale

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HOW THEY WORK

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Community contributions ensures that each protocol evolves and stays relevant.

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Adopt Protocols directly in your operations with notification and transparency.


THE STRUCTURErPROTOCOLS are organized in two levels
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Needs

Identify and understand the essential needs that drive our actions. Each need highlights a specific requirement that must be met, serving as the foundation for the corresponding protocol that offers a path to fulfillment.
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Protocols

Follow structured protocols to effectively address identified needs. Each protocol provides step-by-step guidance, ensuring that every need is met with precision, clarity, and consistency.
“Standards are like parachutes:
they only function when they are open.”
Tim Berners-Lee

Explore Your Protocols

Protocols are designed to address needs.

How can I maintain my Health and Wellness?

Health and Wellness Protocols offer guidance for achieving and maintaining physical and mental well-being. Covering nutrition, exercise, mental health, and preventive care, these protocols empower individuals to lead healthier lives through practical strategies and best practices.
Sinus Rinsing Protocol with NeilMed Bottles for Sinusitis Relief

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This protocol provides a step-by-step guide for effectively using NeilMed Sinus Rinse bottles to relieve symptoms of sinusitis. Sinus rinsing is a safe and effective way to clear nasal passages, reduce inflammation, and alleviate discomfort caused by sinus infections or allergies.
Supplement Protocol for Migraine Relief: Magnesium, CoQ10, and B12

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This protocol outlines the use of specific supplements, including Magnesium, CoQ10, and Vitamin B12, to help manage and prevent migraines. These supplements have been shown to support neurological health and reduce the frequency and severity of migraine episodes.

How can I Work effectively?

Work Protocols are designed to support individuals in navigating the complexities of the modern job market and workplace. From career development and job search strategies to remote work practices and entrepreneurship, these protocols offer valuable insights and tools. They also include foundational agreements and operating protocols for starting and managing businesses, helping individuals thrive professionally.
Employment Seeking Protocol

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This protocol outlines a step-by-step process for job hunting and building a professional network to enhance employment opportunities. It provides a structured approach to identify job opportunities, apply for positions, and leverage personal and professional networks effectively.
Employment Agreement Protocol

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Protocol for defining the employment agreement in a traditional hierarchical organization.
Business Plan Protocol

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Provides a comprehensive framework for creating, implementing, and evolving a strategic roadmap for a business. It outlines the necessary steps, guidelines, and best practices for defining objectives, analyzing the market, planning finances, and managing risks. This protocol serves as a critical tool for aligning stakeholders, securing funding, and guiding the business toward sustainable growth.
Privacy Policy Protocols

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The Privacy Policy Protocols are a set of guidelines designed to protect and manage your personal information with care and respect. They cover everything from collecting your data to using, sharing, and protecting your rights. These guidelines focus on being clear, following the law, giving you control, and using your data responsibly. We want to make sure every part of how we handle your information meets your privacy needs and keeps your experience safe and personal.
Accounting System Protocol

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This Protocol Guide outlines the protocols necessary to set up an effective accounting system for a business. It aims to ensure accurate financial tracking, compliance with regulations, and informed decision-making.

How can I grow Personally?

Personal Development Protocols focus on fostering growth and self-improvement. These protocols provide frameworks for goal setting, time management, emotional intelligence, and resilience. By offering practical strategies for self-reflection, creativity, and leadership, they empower individuals to reach their full potential and adapt to changing circumstances.
Personal Goal Setting Protocol

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This protocol provides a structured approach to setting and achieving personal goals. It guides you through the process of defining, planning, and pursuing goals that align with your values and aspirations, ensuring that your efforts are focused and meaningful.
Time Management Protocol

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This protocol provides a structured approach to managing your time effectively. It offers practical strategies to help you prioritize tasks, eliminate distractions, and optimize your daily schedule, allowing you to achieve your goals with less stress and more efficiency.

How can I find and sustain a Home?

Home Protocols provide guidance for creating a safe, sustainable, and comfortable living space. Covering budgeting, maintenance, design, and safety, these protocols help individuals manage and enhance their homes and foster community living.
Home Plumbing Maintenance Protocol

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This protocol provides a comprehensive guide to maintaining your home’s plumbing system. Regular maintenance can prevent costly repairs, improve the efficiency of your plumbing, and extend the lifespan of your fixtures and appliances.
Home Insurance Protocol

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This protocol provides a step-by-step guide to obtaining, maintaining, and updating your home insurance policy. It helps ensure that your home and belongings are adequately protected against potential risks and that you are prepared to file a claim if necessary.

How can I Learn new things?

Learning Protocols support lifelong learning and skill acquisition. They offer strategies for effective education, online learning, and self-directed study, encouraging critical thinking and collaboration to expand knowledge and capabilities.
First Principles Protocol

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This protocol guides you through the process of applying first principles thinking to break down complex problems, innovate, and develop solutions from the ground up. It emphasizes reasoning from fundamental truths rather than relying on assumptions or analogies.
Critical Thinking Protocol: Developing a Systematic Approach to Analyzing and Solving Problems

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This protocol offers a step-by-step guide to enhancing your critical thinking skills. It provides strategies for analyzing information, questioning assumptions, and making well-reasoned decisions based on evidence and logical reasoning.
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Protocol: Understanding and Expressing Needs for Compassionate Connection

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This protocol offers a step-by-step guide to practicing Nonviolent Communication (NVC) with a focus on identifying, understanding, and expressing your own needs and the needs of others. It emphasizes empathy, clarity, and compassion in communication to foster deeper connections and resolve conflicts.

How can I ensure my Safety and Security?

Safety and Security Protocols offer guidelines for safeguarding personal and community well-being. Covering personal safety, financial security, online privacy, and emergency preparedness, these protocols help create secure environments for individuals and communities.
Earthquake Preparedness Protocol: Safeguarding Your Home and Family

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This protocol provides a comprehensive guide to preparing for earthquakes, focusing on safety measures, emergency planning, and response strategies to protect yourself, your family, and your property in the event of an earthquake.
Wildfire Preparedness Protocol: Protecting Your Home and Family

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This protocol provides a comprehensive guide to preparing for wildfires, focusing on safety measures, emergency planning, and response strategies to protect yourself, your family, and your property in the event of a wildfire.

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About Us

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
Helen Keller

About Us:

At rCollabs, we are redefining what it means to work and thrive together. Our vision is rooted in the belief that true value creation, and thriving comes from true collaboration, transparency, and shared agency.

We seek to catalyze a new way of supporting a collaborative economy— that places people and communities in the center, as a living, dynamic decentralized distributed network. A cornerstone of this vision is rProtocols, a non-profit project within rCollabs, that supports aggregation of open-source protocols, developed and adopted by members of the network, affording members and in-network organizations an alternative reference-base and means to self-organize and evolve practices, policies, and agreements responsive to their needs in an open shared transparent way.

By bringing together diverse groups of individuals and organizations, rCollabs aims to build a global network of interdependent communities that invite and support individual and collective value creation and sharing for everyone involved. Whether you are a solopreneur, small business owner, founder, funder, or service provider, the rCollabs network offers collective guidance and and support needed to create new businesses, relationships, and value flows that serve both individual and collective needs, paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable world.

What are Collaboratives?

Collaboratives are innovative, cooperative organizations designed to serve the values, goals, and vision of their members without the imposition of traditional organizational models. They emphasize collective ownership, self-management, and peer-to-peer collaboration.

rCollabs takes this concept further by creating a network of these collaboratives, leveraging advanced technologies and open-source protocols to foster a localized circular economy.

In rCollabs, community funding flows through peer members, driving operational excellence and magnifying impact within an interdependent ecosystem.

Our goal is to empower individuals and groups to co-create and co-manage ventures, fostering a resilient economic structure that adapts and thrives across diverse service and product areas.

Who's Behind rCollabs?

rCollabs is powered by a dedicated team of innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who are passionate about transforming the economic landscape.

Our founders bring a wealth of experience in cooperative business models, digital innovation, and social entrepreneurship. They are united by a vision of an economy that compatible with life, where every participant has a stake in the success and sustainability of the collective.

In addition to our core team, rCollabs is supported by the global Radical World and Integrative Law communities. These communities are composed of thought leaders, activists, and legal professionals who are pioneering new ways of thinking about and practicing law and economics. They advocate for systems that prioritize human well-being, social justice, and ecological sustainability. Their insights and expertise play a crucial role in shaping the principles and practices of rCollabs.

Together, this diverse coalition of change-makers is committed to providing the tools, resources, and support needed to launch and grow successful collaboratives within the greater rCollabs peer-to-peer network. By leveraging the collective knowledge and experience of our global communities, we are building a resilient and adaptable economic ecosystem that champions transparency, fairness, and mutual benefit.

Envisioned Impact

At rCollabs, we envision a transformational influence on the way community-level economic activity is conducted; in service to fostering networks of collaboratives that operate with transparency, fairness, and mutual benefit at their core.

We believe that by empowering individuals and communities to co-create and co-manage businesses within their own value ecosystems, we can catalyze a more inclusive and equitable decentralized networked economy.

Our impact extends beyond economic metrics; it touches lives and transforms communities. By leveraging technology, open-source protocols, and community-driven initiatives, we envision an interconnected economic ecosystem that is resilient and adaptable. This ecosystem will support diverse needs and aspirations, ensuring that value is created and shared equitably among all participants.

We see a future where everyone has the opportunity to participate in and benefit from a thriving, collaborative economy. Our work aims to pave the way for a world where economic empowerment and social equity are the foundation of our collective efforts.

Through our initiatives, we aspire to create lasting change that fosters social justice, ecological sustainability, and human well-being, driving forward the vision of a Radical World.

Join Us

We invite you to explore the possibilities within the rCollabs network. Whether you are looking to start your own collaborative, support community-driven ventures, or simply learn more about our innovative approach, there is a place for you in our ecosystem. Together, we can build a future where economic empowerment and social equity are at the forefront of our collective efforts.

Privacy Protocols

“Mutual respect is so important because as soon
as it disappears in relations between you
and the next person, there's trouble.”
Dizzy Gillespie

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Privacy Policy Protocols

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We care about keeping your personal information safe. We only collect the information we need and use it for the right reasons. We want you to understand how your data is used and give you control over it. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our services.

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Information Collection Protocols

(v.0.4)

The Information Collection Protocols set clear steps for gathering and using data to make our community better. By mixing data from you, third parties, and automated tools, we keep our services safe, personal, and respectful of your privacy. These protocols balance how things work with your rights, building trust by being open.

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User-Provided Information Protocol

(v.0.9)

User-Provided Information Protocol

This protocol makes sure we only collect the user information that’s needed to provide and improve our services. By gathering just what’s essential, we protect your privacy while improving our platform for the community. This shows our focus on being open, building trust, and giving you control over your personal data.

a) We only collect what’s necessary to help us serve you better. This includes:

  • Account Information: Basic details like your name, password, email, phone number, and possible profile image to set up and manage your account.
  • User-Generated Content: Things you create, like as protocols, comments, and images, to personalize your experience.
  • Messages: Content of messages sent and received, ensuring secure communication.
  • Payment Information: Details necessary for processing payments, securely handled and stored.
  • Contacts: If you give us permission, we can access your contacts to improve your social experience on our platform.

1.1.2

Third-Party Information Collection Protocol

(v.0.4)

Third-Party Information Collection Protocol

This protocol explains how we carefully use information from other sources to make your experience better and protect the community. We combine data from linked accounts, partners, and public sources to keep things safe and personalized.

a) We may receive information about you from:

  • Third-Party Services: When you link your account with services like Facebook or Google.
  • Affiliates: Information about your activities on affiliated platforms to enhance your user experience.
  • Public Sources: Publicly available information to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

We carefully manage third-party data to keep your privacy safe and improve your experience.

1.1.3

Automated Information Collection Protocol

(v.0.3)

Automated Information Collection Protocol

This protocol explains how we collect data automatically to make your experience better. We use information like usage patterns, device details, and location to improve our platform and keep it safe. Cookies help us track preferences and provide helpful data.

a) Automatically collected data helps us understand and improve user interactions:

  • Usage Information: What you viewed, searched, and edited on our platform.
  • Device Information: Information about your device, including IP address, device identifiers, and operating system.
  • Location Data: Approximate location data based on your IP address and SIM card.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: Used to remember your preferences and gather data for service improvement.

We use this data responsibly to make your experience better while respecting your privacy.

These protocols show our promise to handle data responsibly, making sure all information is used safely and clearly. By following these standards, we build trust and give you a safe, personalized experience.

1.2

Information Use Protocol

(v.0.4)

This protocol shows how we use the information we collect to improve your time on our platform. We use it to provide better service, personalize things for you, stay in touch, and keep everything safe.

a) We use your information for:

  • Service Delivery: To make sure everything works well and meets your needs.
  • Personalization: To show content you like and find useful.
  • Communication: To send you updates and important messages.
  • Security: To protect against bad actions and keep the platform safe.

1.3

Information Sharing Protocols

(v.0.4)

The Information Sharing Protocols establish the guidelines for how and when we share your data, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and prioritizing your privacy. These protocols focus on maintaining transparency and protecting your rights, sharing information only when necessary and always with the highest standards of confidentiality and security.

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Service Providers and Partners Protocol

(v.0.2)

This protocol ensures that your information is shared only with trusted service providers and business partners who adhere to strict confidentiality and privacy standards. Whether it's for payment processing, customer support, or service enhancement, we guarantee that all collaborations are conducted securely and with your data protection as a top priority.

a) We do not sell your information. We only share it with:

  • Service Providers: Third parties who assist us in payment processing, customer support, and research under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Business Partners: Collaborators who help enhance our services, all bound by our privacy standards.

By following this protocol, we ensure that your information is handled with the utmost care and never sold. Our commitment to secure collaboration with trusted partners reinforces our dedication to protecting your privacy and maintaining the highest standards in data security.

1.3.2

Corporate Group Sharing Protocol

(v.0.2)

This protocol governs how information is shared within our corporate family to support essential services and enhance your user experience. We enforce strict privacy controls to ensure that any data shared within the group is handled securely and used solely to improve our services.

a) Information may be shared within our corporate family to support core services and enhance your experience, always under strict privacy controls.

By adhering to this protocol, we ensure that any data shared within our corporate family is managed with the highest level of security and privacy. Our focus on controlled and secure data handling guarantees that your information is used responsibly to enhance your experience on our platform.

1.3.3

Legal Compliance Protocol

(v.0.2)

This protocol ensures that we adhere to all legal requirements, sharing your information only when mandated by law or necessary to protect our rights and safety. Our commitment to legal integrity is paired with a strong focus on safeguarding your data, ensuring that any disclosures are made with responsibility and transparency.

a) We comply with legal requirements and may share information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

By following this protocol, we maintain the highest standards of legal compliance while protecting your data. Our approach ensures that any required information sharing is conducted transparently and responsibly, reinforcing our dedication to your privacy and safety.

1.3.4

User Consent Protocol

(v.0.2)

The User Consent Protocol outlines the specific conditions under which your information may be shared with third parties, ensuring that such sharing occurs only with your explicit consent for clearly defined purposes. This protocol is a crucial element of our broader Information Sharing and Privacy Policies, emphasizing our commitment to your privacy and control over your data.

a) We will share your information with third parties only when you provide explicit consent for specific purposes.

By adhering to this protocol, we ensure that your information is shared only when you have given explicit permission, reinforcing your rights and maintaining transparency. Our focus on user consent underscores our dedication to protecting your privacy and respecting your choices in how your data is handled.

These protocols reaffirm our commitment to sharing your data responsibly and transparently. By following these standards, we ensure that your information is protected while fulfilling legal obligations and supporting essential services, maintaining your trust and safeguarding your privacy.

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User Rights Protocols

(v.0.4)

The User Rights Protocols are designed to empower you with full control over your personal data. These protocols ensure that you have the ability to access, correct, or delete your information and opt out of targeted communications. By prioritizing transparency and user autonomy, we build a trust-based relationship with our community, ensuring your privacy rights are respected.

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Personal Access and Correction Protocol

(v.0.2)

This protocol affirms your right to access and correct your personal data. We offer simple tools and support to help you manage your information, ensuring it stays accurate and aligned with your current needs.

a) You have the right to access and correct your personal data. We provide means and support to help you manage this information easily.

By following this protocol, we empower you to take control of your personal data, ensuring that your information is accurate and up-to-date. This commitment to transparency and user empowerment helps us maintain a trust-based relationship with our community.

1.4.2

Personal Data Deletion Protocol

(v.0.5)

This protocol respects your right to privacy by allowing you to request the deletion of your personal data at any time. We are committed to promptly and securely removing your data, ensuring your right to be forgotten is honored and your privacy is fully protected.

a) You can request the deletion of your personal data at any time. We ensure your data is removed promptly, respecting your right to privacy.

By following the Personal Data Deletion Protocol, we ensure that your request to delete personal data is handled quickly and securely. Our commitment to respecting your right to privacy reinforces our dedication to user autonomy and protecting your personal information.

1.4.3

User Opt-Out Protocol

(v.0.2)

This protocol ensures that your preferences are respected when it comes to targeted advertising and marketing communications. By providing an easy opt-out option through your account settings, we give you control over how your information is used, allowing you to maintain your privacy preferences.

a) We respect your choices. You can opt-out of targeted advertising and marketing communications through your account settings.

By adhering to this protocol, we ensure that your choices regarding targeted advertising and marketing communications are honored. Our commitment to respecting your privacy preferences underscores our dedication to giving you control over your personal information.

These protocols reinforce our commitment to your privacy and autonomy, giving you the tools to manage your personal data with ease and confidence. By adhering to these standards, we ensure that your rights are protected, fostering a respectful and transparent relationship with every member of our community.

These Privacy Policy Protocols show our strong promise to protect your personal information. We make sure your data is always handled with honesty and care. Our goal is to give you control over your information while keeping your experience safe and personal. Trust is the heart of our community, and these protocols are our way of keeping that trust in everything we do.

PROTOCOL ID: (P.20240816T151315000-4430.2)
Output: May 31, 2025 8:30 PM UTC
“We must learn to live together as brothers
or perish together as fools.”
Martin Luther King Jr.