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Membership

How long will I have access to Mind Tools content?

Your membership will run for as long as you would like, and you will only lose access to content when you cancel your membership. You have complete control of your subscription.

How do I upgrade my membership?

Upgrading your membership couldn’t be simpler. Log in to your account and go to Account > Me, and then under Plan, click Update. Pick your upgrade, and we’ll take care of the rest.

How do I update my payment information?

To update your payment information, log in and go to Account > Me, and then under Subscription & Billing, click Update.

Can I suspend my membership if I need to take a break?

Yes, you have complete control of your membership. If you need to suspend your membership for up to three months, simply email Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com and let them know how long you would like it to be suspended for. The suspension will start on your next scheduled payment date, and you will not be charged for the suspension period.

How do I cancel my membership?

Mind Tools prides itself on giving customers complete autonomy over their memberships. To cancel your membership, simply log in and go to Account > Me > I want to cancel my subscription. We’ll ask a few questions, and you may be offered a tailored incentive to stay. However, if you would still like to leave then you can proceed with the cancellation process. Once cancelled, you will not be charged again, and you will continue to have access for the duration of the period you have paid for.

If you have any outstanding invoices on your account, these are still owed to Mind Tools after you cancel. If you have any concerns about outstanding charges, please get in touch with Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com, and they will be happy to help.

Payments and Billings

How do I pay for my Mind Tools membership?

Mind Tools accept a wide range or payment methods. We currently accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, Diners Club, Union Pay, and PayPal.

I have a valid payment method, but I am unable to sign up.

If you’re having any issues making your purchase, please get in touch with Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com, and they will be happy to help you.

Can I pay for my Mind Tools membership by invoice?

Mind Tools does not currently accept invoices for monthly payments. We can accept invoices for 3-Month, Annual and 3-Year purchases, but this is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com for more information.

Can I expense my Mind Tools membership to my employer?

Most employers are happy to support their employees' learning and development. Please let us know what company information you require on your receipt, and we’ll be happy to add it for you.

How do I view my receipts?

You can view and download all your receipts by logging in and going to Account > Me > Purchase History.

Newsletter

How do I subscribe to your public newsletter?

Mind Tools delivers a free newsletter to anyone who would like to receive it – even if you don’t have a membership. We also have a fantastic blog!

You can sign up for our public newsletter, here.

What will I get from the newsletter?

Each week you'll receive an email that focuses on one of our Skill Areas. Covering everything from leadership and strategy to creativity and career skills, the newsletter is packed with useful, practical insights. You'll also receive our monthly newsletter which tells you about our brand-new content, business updates and interesting L&D news.

My newsletter is going to my spam folder. How do I get it into my inbox?

Occasionally, our newsletter may end up in your Spam or Junk folder. To stop this from happening in the future, please add email@support.mindtools.com to your email “whitelist” – your list of approved or “safe” email addresses.

I’ve signed up so why am I not receiving your newsletter?

In this case, please email Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com. They will gladly help you.

How do I stop receiving the Mind Tools newsletter?

Every email includes an unsubscribe button at the bottom. Or you can contact Customer Services, and they will be happy to unsubscribe for you.

 

Mind Tools Store

What is the Mind Tools Store?

A Mind Tools membership gives you unlimited access to Mind Tools content; however, your account is just for you. So, if you would like to share a specific piece of content or would like to purchase it so that you can keep a copy after you end your membership, head to the Mind Tools Store.

I thought a Mind Tools membership gave me access to your content?

Your Mind Tools membership gives you unlimited access to all our available content. However, not all our resources are permanently available through your subscription. The Store allows you to purchase content that may not be on the website. If a piece of content is currently available with your subscription, we will let you know in the item’s description.

What can I buy in the Mind Tools Store?

Within the Mind Tools Store, you will find a wide selection of quizzes, workbooks, and much more.

Permissions, Reproduction and Citation

Can I reproduce Mind Tools content?

To use our material for your website, publication or organization, please contact permissions@mindtools.com with the following details of your request. This gives us the information we need to answer your request quickly. We aim to get back to you within five working days and pricing begins at £250.

  • Full name
  • Organization
  • Title and URL of the resource you wish to reproduce
  • Purpose of reproduction
  • Number of copies/ audience size
  • Details of reproduction media (e.g. email newsletter, intranet, public website)

Citation of Mind Tools Material

We are pleased for you to refer to Mind Tools’ publicly available material and to use single quotations from these of up to 100 words in length. You may do this without any further permission as long as the following points are observed:

  • Unless otherwise stated, MindTools.com should be credited as the author of the material.
  • Mind Tools copyright should be acknowledged in any quotation, and a link should be provided to the source article. The copyright message should be quoted as it appears at the bottom of the appropriate page.
  • In some cases, articles may use material copyrighted by another party or may use trade or service marks belonging to another party. Where this is the case, you must seek the permission of the ultimate owner of this intellectual property.
  • Citations should not violate any law, cause offence, or tarnish the Mind Tools brand in any way.

I have a copyright query.

Please email permissions@mindtools.com with any copyright queries you might have. Please include as many details as possible, including the full URL of the page. We aim to reply within five working days, but we ask for your patience as this can sometimes take longer due to the nature of copyright queries.

Enterprise Membership

Can I make my Mind Tools account available to my team?

No, your Mind Tools membership is for your personal use only.

How can I make Mind Tools resources available to my team or organization?

You should visit our dedicated area for enterprise customers, Mind Tools for Business. Here you will find a wide range of products and services tailored to your needs.

Our helpful team of specialists will be happy to talk you through different solutions ranging from our Small Business plans for teams to a full Enterprise Content Library for your entire company, and everything in between. We even offer Custom Learning solutions for bespoke requests.

Contact Customer Services

How can I contact Customer Services?

Please contact mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com for any questions regarding membership and payments.

How can I reach Mind Tools for a general enquiry?

Please email mtegeneral@mindtools.com with any queries about Mind Tools' products and services.

How long will I have access to Mind Tools content?

Your membership will run for as long as you would like, and you will only lose access to content when you cancel your membership. You have complete control of your subscription.

How do I upgrade my membership?

Upgrading your membership couldn’t be simpler. Log in to your account and go to Account > Me, and then under Plan, click Update. Pick your upgrade, and we’ll take care of the rest.

How do I update my payment information?

To update your payment information, log in and go to Account > Me, and then under Subscription & Billing, click Update.

Can I suspend my membership if I need to take a break?

Yes, you have complete control of your membership. If you need to suspend your membership for up to three months, simply email Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com and let them know how long you would like it to be suspended for. The suspension will start on your next scheduled payment date, and you will not be charged for the suspension period.

How do I cancel my membership?

Mind Tools prides itself on giving customers complete autonomy over their memberships. To cancel your membership, simply log in and go to Account > Me > I want to cancel my subscription. We’ll ask a few questions, and you may be offered a tailored incentive to stay. However, if you would still like to leave then you can proceed with the cancellation process. Once cancelled, you will not be charged again, and you will continue to have access for the duration of the period you have paid for.

If you have any outstanding invoices on your account, these are still owed to Mind Tools after you cancel. If you have any concerns about outstanding charges, please get in touch with Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com, and they will be happy to help.

How do I pay for my Mind Tools membership?

Mind Tools accept a wide range or payment methods. We currently accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, Diners Club, Union Pay, and PayPal.

I have a valid payment method, but I am unable to sign up.

If you’re having any issues making your purchase, please get in touch with Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com, and they will be happy to help you.

Can I pay for my Mind Tools membership by invoice?

Mind Tools does not currently accept invoices for monthly payments. We can accept invoices for 3-Month, Annual and 3-Year purchases, but this is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com for more information.

Can I expense my Mind Tools membership to my employer?

Most employers are happy to support their employees' learning and development. Please let us know what company information you require on your receipt, and we’ll be happy to add it for you.

How do I view my receipts?

You can view and download all your receipts by logging in and going to Account > Me > Purchase History.

How do I subscribe to your public newsletter?

Mind Tools delivers a free newsletter to anyone who would like to receive it – even if you don’t have a membership. We also have a fantastic blog!

You can sign up for our public newsletter, here.

What will I get from the newsletter?

Each week you'll receive an email that focuses on one of our Skill Areas. Covering everything from leadership and strategy to creativity and career skills, the newsletter is packed with useful, practical insights. You'll also receive our monthly newsletter which tells you about our brand-new content, business updates and interesting L&D news.

My newsletter is going to my spam folder. How do I get it into my inbox?

Occasionally, our newsletter may end up in your Spam or Junk folder. To stop this from happening in the future, please add email@support.mindtools.com to your email “whitelist” – your list of approved or “safe” email addresses.

I’ve signed up so why am I not receiving your newsletter?

In this case, please email Mind Tools Customer Services at mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com. They will gladly help you.

How do I stop receiving the Mind Tools newsletter?

Every email includes an unsubscribe button at the bottom. Or you can contact Customer Services, and they will be happy to unsubscribe for you.

 

What is the Mind Tools Store?

A Mind Tools membership gives you unlimited access to Mind Tools content; however, your account is just for you. So, if you would like to share a specific piece of content or would like to purchase it so that you can keep a copy after you end your membership, head to the Mind Tools Store.

I thought a Mind Tools membership gave me access to your content?

Your Mind Tools membership gives you unlimited access to all our available content. However, not all our resources are permanently available through your subscription. The Store allows you to purchase content that may not be on the website. If a piece of content is currently available with your subscription, we will let you know in the item’s description.

What can I buy in the Mind Tools Store?

Within the Mind Tools Store, you will find a wide selection of quizzes, workbooks, and much more.

Can I reproduce Mind Tools content?

To use our material for your website, publication or organization, please contact permissions@mindtools.com with the following details of your request. This gives us the information we need to answer your request quickly. We aim to get back to you within five working days and pricing begins at £250.

  • Full name
  • Organization
  • Title and URL of the resource you wish to reproduce
  • Purpose of reproduction
  • Number of copies/ audience size
  • Details of reproduction media (e.g. email newsletter, intranet, public website)

Citation of Mind Tools Material

We are pleased for you to refer to Mind Tools’ publicly available material and to use single quotations from these of up to 100 words in length. You may do this without any further permission as long as the following points are observed:

  • Unless otherwise stated, MindTools.com should be credited as the author of the material.
  • Mind Tools copyright should be acknowledged in any quotation, and a link should be provided to the source article. The copyright message should be quoted as it appears at the bottom of the appropriate page.
  • In some cases, articles may use material copyrighted by another party or may use trade or service marks belonging to another party. Where this is the case, you must seek the permission of the ultimate owner of this intellectual property.
  • Citations should not violate any law, cause offence, or tarnish the Mind Tools brand in any way.

I have a copyright query.

Please email permissions@mindtools.com with any copyright queries you might have. Please include as many details as possible, including the full URL of the page. We aim to reply within five working days, but we ask for your patience as this can sometimes take longer due to the nature of copyright queries.

Can I make my Mind Tools account available to my team?

No, your Mind Tools membership is for your personal use only.

How can I make Mind Tools resources available to my team or organization?

You should visit our dedicated area for enterprise customers, Mind Tools for Business. Here you will find a wide range of products and services tailored to your needs.

Our helpful team of specialists will be happy to talk you through different solutions ranging from our Small Business plans for teams to a full Enterprise Content Library for your entire company, and everything in between. We even offer Custom Learning solutions for bespoke requests.

How can I contact Customer Services?

Please contact mtecustomerservices@mindtools.com for any questions regarding membership and payments.

How can I reach Mind Tools for a general enquiry?

Please email mtegeneral@mindtools.com with any queries about Mind Tools' products and services.

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"I absolutely love it. It’s helped gain a better understanding of how to be successful at work"
Rachal Price - United Kingdom
"Love it, there is loads of different types of resources so if I just have 5min spare I can quickly access the articles/videos or if I have a bit of extra time I make use of the training."
Atul Vijj - India
"Its so much in one place - its a lifetime of engagement being offered to learn, with such a great ease. I can improve myself, my thoughts, my work/ strategy related acumen, people, problem solving. It gives me all the tools I need, so I can fight with me team for the Position I dream for self and my organization."
Mary J. Anderson - Mind Tools member for 5+ years
“There are so many tools and resources available on a myriad of topics from mentoring and giving feedback to leading others and delegating. I especially like the Bite-Sized Training resources."
Read Mary's story
Deanna Merritt - United States
"Best quick source of information!! Extremely user friendly! I talk about Mind Tools with every class I teach and every professional presentation I make!"
Darren Cherry - United States
"The tools are a fantastic trigger for me to look at things in a different way or simply upgrading my approach."
Chris Westbrook - United States
"Love it and use it all the time. Especially valuable is that it is in digestible "chunks" for just-in-time learning and information at the point of need. Articles and videos are concise, clear, and written for nonspecialists."
Marianne Portelli - Malta
"Thank you very much for your most interesting Mind Tools Newsletter which I have received without fail for the past three years and which has become a "must receive and read" mail. The topics handled are certainly of vital importance and highly useful in my line of work and I appreciate your work."
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