Terms and Conditions

Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using our services.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

Welcome to ThoraxAI, an advanced AI-powered platform designed to provide insights into thoracic diseases. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of ThoraxAI, including all services, content, and features available on the platform (collectively referred to as the "Service"). By accessing or using ThoraxAI, you ("User") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to abide by these Terms. If you do not accept these Terms, you must refrain from using the Service.

2. Acceptance of Terms

ThoraxAI Disease Expert API is an AI-powered service that offers insights and information on thoracic diseases. It is intended solely for informational and educational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users must consult a licensed healthcare provider for any medical concerns.

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to register for an account. When you register, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information about yourself and to update such information as necessary to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including your username and password. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your account. We will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account information.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to our Services at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users of the Services, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.

4. User Content and Conduct

4.1 User Content

Our Services may allow you to upload, post, submit, or otherwise transmit content, including but not limited to text, images, videos, and other materials ("User Content"). You retain ownership rights in your User Content. However, by submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such User Content in connection with providing and promoting our Services.

4.2 Prohibited Activities

When using our Services, you agree not to:

  • Use the Services for any illegal purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law
  • Violate or encourage others to violate the rights of third parties, including intellectual property rights
  • Post, upload, or distribute any content that is unlawful, defamatory, libelous, inaccurate, or misleading
  • Impersonate another person or entity or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity
  • Interfere with security-related features of the Services
  • Use any robot, spider, site search/retrieval application, or other automated device, process, or means to access, retrieve, scrape, or index any portion of the Services
  • Introduce viruses, trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other harmful material to the Services

4.3 Content Monitoring

We do not have any obligation to monitor User Content, but we may do so and remove any User Content that, in our sole discretion, violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Services and all content, features, and functionality thereof, including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, design, selection, arrangement, and other materials ("Content"), are owned by us, our licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Services for your personal, non-commercial use. This license does not include any resale or commercial use of the Services or Content; any collection and use of product listings, descriptions, or prices; any derivative use of the Services or Content; or any use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools.

5.3 Trademarks

All trademarks, logos, service marks, and trade names displayed on the Services are either our property or used with permission. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent or the consent of the third party that owns the mark, as applicable.

6. Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our Services. By using our Services, you consent to our collection, use, and sharing of information as described in our Privacy Policy. Our Privacy Policy is incorporated by reference into these Terms.

6.1 No Medical Advice

ThoraxAI provides AI-generated insights based on publicly available sources. It is not a licensed medical service and does not provide:

  • Professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
  • Personalized health recommendations

Users must not interpret AI-generated insights as a definitive medical diagnosis. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making medical decisions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, seek immediate medical attention from a qualified healthcare provider.

6.2 Accuracy of Information

While we strive for accuracy and reliability, information provided by ThoraxAI may:

  • Contain errors, outdated information, or misinterpretations of medical data
  • Not always reflect the latest research or clinical guidelines

Users acknowledge that the Service is provided "as is" and "as available", without guarantees of accuracy, completeness, or reliability.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. WE MAKE NO WARRANTY REGARDING THE QUALITY, ACCURACY, TIMELINESS, TRUTHFULNESS, COMPLETENESS OR RELIABILITY OF ANY CONTENT.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE, OUR AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SERVICES. IN NO EVENT WILL OUR AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATING TO THE SERVICES EXCEED THE GREATER OF $100 OR THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO US FOR THE SERVICES IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE LIABILITY.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless our company, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Services, including, but not limited to, your User Content, any use of the Services' content, services, and products other than as expressly authorized in these Terms, or your use of any information obtained from the Services.

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Services, without notice, for any conduct that we, in our sole discretion, believe is in violation of any applicable law or is harmful to the interests of another user, a third-party provider, a service provider, or us. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease, and you must cease all use of the Services and delete any copies of the materials you have obtained from the Services, where applicable.

Users may discontinue use at any time, but any obligations incurred before termination shall remain in effect.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to change, modify, add, or remove portions of these Terms at any time. It is your responsibility to check these Terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Services following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes. If the changes include material changes that affect your rights or obligations, we will notify you of the changes by reasonable means, which may include notification through the Services or via email.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and your use of the Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [JURISDICTION], without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in [JURISDICTION], and you hereby consent to personal jurisdiction and venue in [JURISDICTION].

13. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from or relating to the subject matter of these Terms shall be finally settled by arbitration in [JURISDICTION], using the English language in accordance with the Arbitration Rules and Procedures of [ARBITRATION AUTHORITY] then in effect, by one commercial arbitrator with substantial experience in resolving intellectual property and commercial contract disputes. The prevailing party in any arbitration or action at law or in equity shall be entitled to recover its costs and attorneys' fees. The arbitration award shall be final and binding on the parties and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

15. Compliance with Laws

Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of ThoraxAI complies with all applicable laws, including but not limited to:

  • Data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
  • Healthcare laws related to AI and automated medical insights
  • Ethical AI practices and responsible AI usage guidelines

ThoraxAI reserves the right to cooperate with law enforcement agencies in cases where the platform is used for illegal, malicious, or unethical activities.

16. Purpose and Use

ThoraxAI is designed for informational and educational purposes only. It provides AI-generated insights on thoracic diseases based on existing medical literature and publicly available data. However, it does not:

  • Serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
  • Offer personalized medical recommendations or emergency health solutions
  • Guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or up-to-date medical knowledge

Users must always consult a licensed healthcare professional for any medical concerns, diagnosis, or treatment. The insights provided by ThoraxAI should not be used as the sole basis for medical decisions or patient care.

16.1 Prohibited Uses

Users must not:

  • Use the Service for diagnosing or treating medical conditions
  • Use the platform to store, upload, or process personally identifiable medical data
  • Misuse the platform for commercial, deceptive, or fraudulent purposes
  • Attempt to bypass security features, manipulate AI-generated results, or engage in any activities that could compromise the integrity of the Service

17. Eligibility

To access and use ThoraxAI, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old or have explicit parental/guardian consent if underage
  • Use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Not engage in any illegal, harmful, or unethical activities using the platform

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access if a user is found to be in violation of these Terms.

18. Data Security

ThoraxAI does not collect, store, or process personally identifiable information (PII).

  • Users must not submit confidential, sensitive, or personally identifiable health data through the platform
  • We implement industry-standard security measures to protect user data but cannot guarantee absolute protection against cyber threats
  • Users must ensure that their use of the platform adheres to applicable data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)

19. User Responsibility

Users accept full responsibility for how they interpret and apply the information provided by ThoraxAI. ThoraxAI is not liable for any direct or indirect consequences, damages, or harm arising from reliance on its AI-generated insights. The platform is intended to supplement professional knowledge, not replace it.

20. Service Availability and Modifications

ThoraxAI reserves the right to modify, update, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without prior notice.

  • We may impose usage limits to ensure fair access and platform stability
  • If a user violates these Terms, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate access without prior notice or compensation

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: info@thoraxai.com

Last Updated: March 12, 2025