Terms and Condition

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website and its services, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use the platform.

These Terms apply to all users, including readers, authors, reviewers, editors, librarians, subscribers, and general visitors.

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2. Scope of Services

AJCIDM provides scholarly publishing and related digital services, including:

• Journal information, aims, and editorial policies
• Access to published articles and archives
• Manuscript submission and editorial communication
• Dissemination of clinical and digital health research
• Academic updates, announcements, and notifications

The platform supports the publication and global accessibility of research in clinical medicine, healthcare innovation, and digital health technologies.

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3. Accounts, Submissions, and User Information

Certain features may require users to submit information or communicate with the editorial team.

Users agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain the confidentiality of login credentials
• Ensure submitted content is lawful, original, and authorized

Authors must confirm that all submissions are original and comply with ethical, legal, and clinical research standards.

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4. Acceptable Use

Users must use the platform responsibly and strictly for lawful academic and research purposes.

Users must not:

• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or user accounts
• Disrupt or interfere with website functionality or security
• Upload malicious software or harmful content
• Misrepresent identity, qualifications, or institutional affiliation
• Misuse editorial communication channels
• Collect or use data in violation of applicable laws and regulations

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5. Intellectual Property and Content Rights

All website content, including design, logos, text, and platform features, is protected by intellectual property laws.

• Published articles may be subject to specific copyright or licensing terms
• Authors may retain rights in accordance with journal policy
• Content must not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without proper permission
• Use of content must comply with applicable copyright and licensing agreements

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6. Text and Data Mining; Automated Access Restrictions

Unauthorized automated access to the platform is strictly prohibited.

Users must not:

• Use bots, crawlers, or scraping tools without permission
• Perform bulk downloading or automated data extraction
• Use journal content for machine learning or commercial purposes without authorization

Violation may result in restricted access or legal action.

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7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

AJCIDM does not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted or error-free access
• Complete accuracy or reliability of all content
• Suitability for specific research or clinical purposes

Published research reflects the views of the authors and not necessarily those of the journal or its editorial board.

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8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, AJCIDM, its editors, and associated personnel shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, research material, or publication opportunities
• Business interruption or academic loss

Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot be legally excluded under applicable law.

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9. External Links and Services

The website may include links to third-party platforms, indexing services, or external resources.

• These services operate under their own terms and policies
• AJCIDM is not responsible for external content or practices

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10. Suspension or Termination

The journal reserves the right to suspend or restrict access to the platform in cases of:

• Violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Security risks or misuse of the platform
• Legal or regulatory requirements

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11. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the applicable laws of India. Any disputes arising from the use of this platform shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the appropriate courts.

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12. Changes to Terms

AJCIDM may update these Terms & Conditions periodically to reflect changes in legal, technical, or editorial practices.

Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

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13. Contact Information