Terms of Service
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and utilizing the TinaMed website, you acknowledge and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service. Continued use of the TinaMed platform constitutes your ongoing acceptance of any amendments or updates to these terms. If you do not agree with any part of the terms, you are advised to immediately discontinue use of the website. TinaMed may update, modify, or revise these terms at its sole discretion, and users are responsible for regularly reviewing the Terms of Service to stay informed of changes. Your use of any services or resources provided through TinaMed after modifications are posted represents your binding agreement to the revised terms. The terms govern all users, visitors, contributors, and others who access or use any part of the service. By using this site, you affirm that you are of legal age to enter into this agreement or, if underage, that you have acquired parental or legal guardian consent and supervision. All activities carried out on TinaMed must adhere to these terms, applicable local, state, and federal laws, and any additional policies or guidelines outlined on the site.
Use of Website and Services
TinaMed grants you a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use its website and resources for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not exploit or use TinaMed’s contents, information, or features for any unauthorized commercial purpose. It is strictly prohibited to engage in any action that disrupts, interferes with, or attempts unauthorized access to the functionality, security, or integrity of the website or its users. Users agree to comply with all applicable United States laws regarding the transmission of technical data exported from the United States. The use of automated systems or software to extract data from the website for commercial purposes (“screen scraping,” “database scraping,” etc.) is strictly forbidden. Accessing or attempting to access non-public areas of the website or its systems is a direct violation of these terms. TinaMed reserves the right, at its absolute discretion and without prior notice, to suspend or terminate user access at any time for conduct found to be inconsistent with these terms, unlawful, or otherwise detrimental to the website, its owners, or other users.
Medical Disclaimer
All information presented on TinaMed is intended strictly for general informational purposes and does not constitute or replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should never disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical advice from a licensed healthcare provider because of something read on this site. The content is not intended to substitute the expertise, judgment, or care of a qualified healthcare professional. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, promptly consult your physician or another qualified health provider. In case of a medical emergency, immediately call 911 or your local emergency number. TinaMed does not endorse, recommend, or assume responsibility for the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of any information, product, or service referenced on the website. Reliance on any information provided by TinaMed, its employees, contributors, or visitors to the site is solely at your own risk.
User Responsibilities
Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials, passwords, or identification numbers used to access restricted content or areas of the TinaMed website. Users agree to promptly notify TinaMed at [email protected] of any unauthorized use, security breach, or suspected misuse of their accounts or associated data. Users may not submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information to the site, nor may they transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable. All content submitted by users to TinaMed, including but not limited to reviews, comments, or forum posts, remains the exclusive responsibility of the user. TinaMed reserves the right, at its discretion, to remove or refuse to display any user content it deems inappropriate, unlawful, or contrary to these Terms of Service.
Intellectual Property Rights
All text, graphics, user and visual interfaces, trademarks, logos, artwork, and software on TinaMed are the property of its respective owners and protected by applicable United States and international copyright, patent, and trademark laws. No portion of the website may be copied, reproduced, distributed, republished, modified, or posted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the owner, Gregory Ashwell, or the respective intellectual property holder. Users may view, download, and print content from the site for personal informational purposes only and not for commercial purposes. Any unauthorized use of TinaMed’s intellectual property shall result in the termination of your user rights and may expose you to civil and/or criminal liability.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by United States law, TinaMed and its owners, including Gregory Ashwell, disclaim liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages arising from your access to or use of the TinaMed platform, including but not limited to any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in content, interruptions, data loss, unauthorized access, or personal injury. TinaMed makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, about the operation or availability of the website, accuracy of data, or error-free, uninterrupted access. You acknowledge that you use this website and any content therein at your sole risk. Some jurisdictions do not permit the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so these limitations may not apply to you to the extent prohibited by law.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless TinaMed, its owner Gregory Ashwell, affiliates, contributors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of TinaMed, violation of these Terms of Service, infringement of intellectual property, or any other legal wrongdoing or misconduct. This indemnification obligation survives termination or expiration of your use of the website and related services.
Third-Party Content and Links
TinaMed may include references to third-party resources or content for informational purposes. TinaMed does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party sites, services, or resources that may be mentioned, linked, or referenced. Your interactions with third-party resources are governed solely by the terms and policies of those third parties. TinaMed shall not be liable for any loss or damages incurred as a result of your dealings with third parties or third-party content accessed through this site.
Privacy Policy
Your use of TinaMed is subject to the website’s Privacy Policy, which addresses the collection, use, and storage of personal and non-personal information. By using TinaMed, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in the Privacy Policy. TinaMed endeavors to safeguard user data but cannot guarantee absolute security, and you acknowledge any transmission is at your own risk. For privacy concerns, please contact the owner via email at [email protected].
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America, and any dispute arising hereunder shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate United States federal or state courts. Users consent to personal jurisdiction in such courts and waive any objections to venue or inconvenient forum. These terms are enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms of Service, technical issues, content infringement claims, or any legal concerns, please contact the site owner, Gregory Ashwell, at the following postal address: University of Leeds, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 9JT, United Kingdom. You may also send your inquiries via email to [email protected]. All correspondence will be addressed with the utmost attention and in accordance with applicable legal requirements.