Members
Membership is the base layer of the platform: account tools, local commerce, and community participation.
Base member features and benefits
Members can do far more than purchase. This role is the foundation for everyday platform use across community participation, draft submissions, commerce, communication, and account-level tools.
Core Processes
Manage account settings
Maintain profile, preferences, privacy, and account controls that apply across the platform.
Participate in community
Use contacts, messaging, and discussion surfaces as a verified member rather than an anonymous visitor.
Engage with content
React to articles and event posts with comments, likes, and shares, and RSVP to community events.
Submit drafts
Create article, photo album, photo, and video drafts for staff review. No separate agreement or special submission role is required.
Member benefits at a glance
| Capability | Visitor | Member |
|---|---|---|
| Saved account preferences | No | Yes |
| Messaging and contacts | No | Yes |
| Article and event reactions (comment, like, share) | No | Yes |
| Event RSVP | No | Yes |
| Draft articles, albums, photos, and videos for staff review | No | Yes |
| Platform activity history | No | Yes |
Create a free member account on the signup page.