Terms Of Use


This website www.emed.co.in is a cloud-based platform (“Platform”), owned and operated by V WWORKS SOFTWARE PVT. LTD., having its office at 485, 3rd Floor, 1st Stage, 6th Phase, WOC Road, Shivanagar Rajajinagar, Bangalore, Karnataka 560010.

By accessing or using the Platform, you signify that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these terms of use (“Terms of Use”). These Terms of Use applies to Users of the Platform to whom V Works intends to impart the services which are made available through the Platform (“Services”). Depending on the nature of the Services, the same can paid or free, which is subject to V works’ discretion from time to time.

Services on the Platform are offered to you conditioned on your acceptance without modification of the terms, conditions and notices contained in these Terms of Use. Your access to the Platform and/or use of the Services on the Platform constitute your agreement to all such terms, conditions and notices without limitation or qualification and to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms of Use, please do not access and/or use the Platform or avail of the Services.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Your access and use of this Platform following any such change constitutes your acceptance to be bound by these Terms of Use, as updated or modified from time to time. For this reason, we request you to review these Terms of Use each time you access and use this Platform.

For the purposes of these Terms of Use, “we”, “our” and “us” shall mean V Works and “you” and “your”, shall mean a user of the Platform, whether registered or not (“User”).

1. Eligibility

You represent and warrant that you are: (i) competent and eligible to enter into a legally binding agreement under the laws applicable to you; (ii) competent and eligible to avail of the Services that you sign up for; and (iii) not otherwise barred from using the Platform or availing of the Services under any law, decree or order.

In order to access or view certain content on the Platform, you may be required to enroll or register with us. You represent and warrant that all information submitted for such enrolment or registration is true and correct and in case of any falsity therein, we will forthwith bar your access to the Platform.

In order to use the Platform, you are required to have a compatible personal computer or handheld device (“Device”) with internet connectivity. Additional system requirements, if any, will be communicated through the Platform. Further, in the event you are accessing the Services through our mobile application, it may require timely updates from time to time. Since the availing of the Services involves requirements of hardware and software, and active and uninterrupted internet access, the User’s ability to access and avail of these Services may be affected by the abovementioned factors. You hereby acknowledge and agree that such system requirements, which may be changed from time to time in order to accommodate the smooth functioning of the Platform, is solely the User’s responsibility

2. Delivery of programs

V Works has engaged with various content providers, including but not limited to, professionals, institutes, specialists, etc. (“Author(s)”) who will offer programs, courses, etc. on the Platform (“Program”) to Users.

V Works shall make available the Platform to the Author and deliver the Programs developed by the Author to Users registered on the Platform.Each Author will, from time to time, develop Programs by engaging qualified personnel for creating content therefor (“Program Content”). The Program Content may be modified and updated by the Author, at its discretion, in accordance with the requirements of the Programs.

Depending on the Program that the User signs up for, there may be additional requirements mandated by the Author that need to be fulfilled by the User.

3.Intellectual Property

V Works and/or its licensors, if any, have the worldwide ownership of the underlying software and source code associated with the Platform and all the trademarks, copyrights and any other intellectual property rights of any nature in the Platform.

The Program Content, including without limitation, articles, videos, data, images, graphics, text, trademarks, tradenames, and any assignments submitted by you in relation thereto, constitute the concerned Author’s intellectual property. V Works reserves the right to suspend, disable, or terminate the accounts of Users who repeatedly infringe or are repeatedly charged with infringing the copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights of others.

The use of the Platform and the Program Content is licensed, and not sold, to you. This license does not give you any right to resell the Program Content in any manner (including by sharing Account information with anyone else, or illegally downloading the Program Content or sharing it anyone else or through any other media).

The Platform and the Program Content are protected by the copyright laws in all applicable jurisdictions.

4. User Account, Password & Security

The Platform’s registration process can be completed by providing your valid email ID, your medical registration number and/or such other methods as prescribed in the login window of the Platform, from time to time. You will receive a password and account designation (“Account”) upon: (a) completing the Platform's registration process; and (b) our verification of the information submitted by you at the time of registration. You shall be: (i) responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Account and the password; and (ii) fully responsible for all activities that occur under your Account. You agree to: (a) immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your Account or any other breach of security; (b) ensure that you logout from your Account at the end of each session; (c) not permit any other person to access the Platform through your Account; and (d) not access or view the relevant Program Content beyond limits, if any, prescribed therein. We cannot and will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this Clause 5.1.

Any and all professional registrations, certifications and records (or reference thereto) uploaded into a User’s Account (“User Records”) shall, at all times, belong to the concerned User. V Works shall make all reasonable efforts to ensure that your information is kept confidential; however, V Works may share such details with the Author in connection with the Programs. Sensitive personal information, if any, contained in the User Records shall be treated as ‘confidential’ by V Works. V Works may use the User Records for the purpose of giving effect to the features, functionalities and/or benefits associated with the utilization of the Platform and accessibility to the Program, and to further its usability. Further, the User Records may be shared with relevant authorities to comply with law or respond to lawful requests or legal processes. In addition, at our sole discretion, any suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity by you may be referred to law enforcement authorities.

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personally identifiable information. The measures we use are designed to provide a level of security appropriate to the risk of processing such information and in adherence to applicable data protection laws.

Use of the Platform: Features & Facilities

· The Platform’s registration process can be completed by providing your valid email ID, your medical registration number and/or such other methods as prescribed in the login window of the Platform, from time to time. You will receive a password and account designation (“Account”) upon: (a) completing the Platform's registration process; and (b) our verification of the information submitted by you at the time of registration. You shall be: (i) responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Account and the password; and (ii) fully responsible for all activities that occur under your Account. You agree to: (a) immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your Account or any other breach of security; (b) ensure that you logout from your Account at the end of each session; (c) not permit any other person to access the Platform through your Account; and (d) not access or view the relevant Program Content beyond limits, if any, prescribed therein. We cannot and will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this Clause 5.1. · Any and all professional registrations, certifications and records (or reference thereto) uploaded into a User’s Account (“User Records”) shall, at all times, belong to the concerned User. V Works shall make all reasonable efforts to ensure that your information is kept confidential; however, V Works may share such details with the Author in connection with the Programs. Sensitive personal information, if any, contained in the User Records shall be treated as ‘confidential’ by V Works. V Works may use the User Records for the purpose of giving effect to the features, functionalities and/or benefits associated with the utilization of the Platform and accessibility to the Program, and to further its usability. Further, the User Records may be shared with relevant authorities to comply with law or respond to lawful requests or legal processes. In addition, at our sole discretion, any suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity by you may be referred to law enforcement authorities. · We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personally identifiable information. The measures we use are designed to provide a level of security appropriate to the risk of processing such information and in adherence to applicable data protection laws.

5. Fellowships, Certifications and Other Courses / Programs

Certifications

· In case of the User opting for a Program and upon due completion of the Program on the Platform, followed by the Author confirming the same, the User may be granted a fellowship and/or certificate, if applicable. · Upon: (a) due completion of a Program offered on the Platform that entails the grant of a certificate with credit points and/or a fellowship; and (b) V Works confirming the same; the following steps shall take place: · A certificate of course completion ("Completion Certificate"), wherever applicable will be provided to the concerned user registered with the relevant regulatory authorities in his/her jurisdiction; and · A confirmation of the course completion along with the User’s registration information shall be shared with the relevant regulatory authorities in his/her jurisdiction.

Credits

· Following the events provided above, the User may approach the concerned jurisdictional regulatory authority, which shall, at its sole discretion, grant the User eligibility to avail credit points towards the CME requirements that may be in force at the time. · The User shall address all queries in connection with the grant of fellowship and/or certificate to the Author providing the Programs. · The User acknowledges and agrees that he/she shall not modify or in any way whatsoever, alter any detail(s) on the Completion Certificate. In the event, the User seeks to rectify or modify any detail or part of the Completion Certificate, he/she shall contact V Works, whose decision on the same shall be final and binding upon the User. · The User acknowledges and agrees that in the event any dispute arises out of the events mentioned above, V Works’ decision shall be final and binding upon the User.

6. User Guidelines

· In consideration of V Works granting you the limited right to access the Platform, you hereby agree not to use the Platform for any purpose that is unlawful under any applicable laws and/or in violation of these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. You shall not use the Platform in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair any V Works server, any network(s) connected to any V Works server, or interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the Platform. You shall not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any functions and features, other User accounts, computer systems or networks connected to any V Works server, in any manner, including, through hacking, password mining or any other unlawful means. You shall not obtain or attempt to obtain any materials or information through any means which is not intentionally made available through the Platform. · You shall not use the Platform to upload, modify, store, update or share any information that (including without limitation) (i) belongs to another person and to which the User does not have any right; (ii) is defamatory, obscene, pornographic, pedophilic, invasive of another’s privacy, including bodily privacy, insulting or harassing on the basis of gender, libelous, racially or ethnically objectionable, relating or encouraging money laundering or gambling, or otherwise inconsistent with or contrary to the laws in force; (iii) is harmful to any child; (iv) infringes any patent, trademark, copyright or other proprietary rights; (v) violates any law for the time being in force; (vi) deceives or misleads the addressee about the origin of the message or knowingly and intentionally communicates any information which is patently false or misleading in nature but may reasonably be perceived as a fact; (vii) impersonates another person; (viii) threatens the unity, integrity, defence, security or sovereignty of India, friendly relations with foreign states, or public order, or causes incitement to the commission of any cognizable offence or prevents investigation of any offence or is insulting other nation; (ix) contains software virus or any other computer code, file or program designed to interrupt, destroy or limit the functionality of any computer resource; and/or (x) is patently false and untrue, and is written or published in any form, with the intent to mislead or harass a person, entity or agency for financial gain or to cause any injury to any person. · The Platform is made available to you for your own educational use alone. You shall not directly or indirectly through third parties: (i) make and/or distribute copies of the Platform and/or the Program Content; (ii) attempt to copy, reproduce, alter or modify the Platform and/or the Program Content, and/or reverse engineer the Platform; and/or (iii) create derivative works of the Platform and/or the Program Content. · The User acknowledges that he/she shall be solely responsible for procuring appropriate and secure internet connectivity to enable him/her to access and use the Platform. · You accept that any and all operations emanating from your personal computer or Device shall be assumed to have been initiated by you. · You shall request V Works to disable the Account and change the password immediately for the Account, if your personal computer or Device has been lost or stolen. · You are responsible for any and all activities that occur in your Account. You agree to notify V Works immediately in the event of an unauthorized use of the Account or any other form of security breach. V Works shall not be liable for any loss to you or your organization owing to negligent actions or a failure on your part to inform V Works, within a reasonable time, about loss or theft of your personal computer or Device and/or any unauthorized access in your Account, either with or without your knowledge. · You shall be liable for losses incurred by V Works and/or the Author, or any other party due to a third party’s use of your Account. · Any and all information, including without limitation, your registration information and records that are set out in any fellowship and/or certificate issued to you is purely based on the documents/information submitted or legally procured from you. · You shall ensure that, while using the functions and features of the Platform, all applicable laws, rules and regulations shall, at all times, be strictly complied with by you. V Works shall not be liable in any manner whatsoever for default of any nature by you

7. Rights Reserved by V works

V Works has the right to investigate and prosecute violations of these Terms of Use to the fullest extent of the law and may involve and cooperate with law enforcement authorities in prosecuting Users who violate these terms and conditions.

While V Works does not have any obligation to monitor your access to or your use of the Services (or any feature or part of the Services), V Works has the right to do so for the purpose of operating the Platform and providing the Services, to ensure your compliance with these Terms of Use, or to comply with applicable law.

Upon the receipt of a complaint from a User, V Works has the right but not an obligation to pre-screen, review, flag, filter, modify, refuse or remove any or all content from any Service.

In the event you delete your User account on the Platform, V Works will delete all such data as are required to be deleted as per applicable laws.

Our performance as per these Terms of Use is subject to existing laws and legal process, and nothing contained in these Terms of Use is in derogation of our obligation to comply with governmental, court and law enforcement requests or requirements relating to your use of this Platform, Services, features and facilities or information provided to or gathered by us with respect to such use.

8.Use of Rating Information

· The rating information presented on the Platform is collected by V Works from Users of the Platform. It does not imply any endorsement by us and represents only the views of the Users rating the Programs provided by the Authors. · V Works makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the rating information provided. The rating information is offered for informational purposes only. Your use or reliance on such information is at your own risk, and you are solely responsible for any action or outcome arising from your use of or reliance on such rating information.

9.Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless V Works and/or the Authors, its employees, agents, officers, directors, subcontractors, licensors and/or content providers from and against any and all claims, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees), arising from or related to your download, access and/or use of the Platform or the Programs in violation of these Terms of Use

10. Limitation Of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL V Works BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER ARISING, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF V Works HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGES, ON ACCOUNT OF, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION: (I) YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM; (II) YOUR RELIANCE ON ANY PROGRAM CONTENT AND USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PLATFORM’S FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES; (III) INTERRUPTIONS OR DELAY IN THE USE OF THE PLATFORM; AND/OR (IV) NON-PROVISION OF REQUISITE FELLOWSHIP AND/OR CERTIFICATE BY THE AUTHOR UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM.

11.Disclaimers

V Works DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE PLATFORM OR THE AVAILABILITY OF THE PROGRAM CONTENT WILL BE FREE OF INTERRUPTIONS, ERRORS, BUGS, VIRUSES, OR SECURITY PROBLEMS, OR THAT THE PLATFORM OR THE PROGRAM CONTENT WILL MEET THE USER’S REQUIREMENTS. THE PLATFORM AND THE PROGRAM CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND ON AN “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS AND V Works SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND INDEMNITIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THE PROGRAM CONTENT, ITS ACCURACY, CORRECTNESS, RELIABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY WARRANTY ARISING FROM THE COURSE OF PERFORMANCE OR COURSE OF DEALING.

IN LIGHT OF THE ABOVE, V Works HEREBY CLARIFIES THAT V Works MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO ANY INFORMATION ON THE PLATFORM THAT IS NOT AUTHORED BY V Works.

V Works HEREBY CLARIFIES THAT IT HAS THE FULL POWER AND AUTHORITY TO REMOVE ANY CONTENT FROM THE PLATFORM AT ANY POINT IN TIME WITHOUT INTIMATING THE USER OF THE SAME. V Works HEREBY CLARIFIES THAT CONTENT NOT AUTHORED BY V Works SHALL: (I) NOT BE MODERATED OR CHECKED BY V Works; (II) BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO BEING PULLED DOWN AT ANY POINT OF TIME; AND (III) NOT CARRY ANY GUARANTEE OF FITNESS AND/OR UNHINDERED ACCESS, AND MAY BE STOPPED AT ANY POINT OF TIME.

IN THE EVENT OF THE USER FINDING ANY CONTENT AS INAPPROPRIATE, DEFAMATORY, LEWD, OR OTHERWISE OBJECTIONABLE, THE USER MAY BRING THE SAME TO THE NOTICE OF V Works BY WRITING TO THE GRIEVANCE OFFICER. IN THE EVENT OF A PART OF ANY PROGRAM CONTENT BEING REMOVED, THE REMAINDER OF THE CONTENT FORMING A PART OF THE PROGRAM CONTENT SHALL REMAIN ON THE PLATFORM.

V Works SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS AND/OR DAMAGE OF THE CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION OR DATA OF THE USER ARISING AS A RESULT OF AN EVENT OR A SERIES OF RELATED EVENTS, THAT IS BEYOND THE CONTROL OF V Works, INCLUDING FAILURES OF OR PROBLEMS WITH THE INTERNET OR PART OF THE INTERNET, ATTEMPTED HACKER ATTACKS, HACKER ATTACKS, DENIAL OF SERVICE ATTACKS AND/OR VIRUSES OR

OTHER MALICIOUS SOFTWARE ATTACKS OR INFECTIONS. IT IS HEREBY CLARIFIED THAT V Works IS ONLY A PLATFORM FACILITATING THE PROVISION OF PROGRAMS TO YOU. ACCORDINGLY, YOU ARE EXPECTED TO: (A) EXERCISE DUE CARE AND DILIGENCE WHILE USING THE PLATFORM AND AVAILING OF THE PROGRAMS; AND (B) USE

YOUR PROFESSIONAL DISCRETION WHILE ENROLLING FOR THE PROGRAM AND UTILIZING ANY OF THE PROGRAM CONTENT. V Works SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCURACY, CORRECTNESS OR RELIABILITY OF THE PROGRAM CONTENT. IN THE EVENT OF ANY CLAIMS ARISING ON ACCOUNT THEREOF, THE SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE AGAINST THE CONCERNED AUTHOR AND NOT V Works. FURTHER, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO MEDIATE OR GET INVOLVED IN AND RESOLVE ANY DISPUTES OR DISAGREEMENTS BETWEEN A USER AND SUCH AUTHOR.

YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT V Works WILL NOT BE LIABLE, IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER, FOR CLAIMS PERTAINING TO THE PROGRAM CONTENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION: (A) QUALITY, AUTHENTICITY AND AVAILABILITY OF THE PROGRAM CONTENT; AND/OR (B) MISCOMMUNICATION ON ACCOUNT OF UNFORESEEN NETWORK/SERVER ISSUES.

12.Termination

You may de-register from any Program or delete your Account, with or without cause, by following the process prescribed on the Platform. V Works reserves the right to terminate and/or suspend your Account immediately, without notice, if you breach these Terms of Use

Upon termination for any reason,your access to the Program and any benefits thereof will cease immediately;

V Works will not be liable to refund any Program Fee paid by you; and any registration details provided by you shall be retained by V Works for a period of 180 days or such longer period as required under applicable law. Further, such details may also be retained by the Authors, as part of their records and V Works shall not have any liability in this regard.

13. Force Majeure

V Works will not be in default if the Platform, and/or Program Content are not available for Users or if it is unable to fulfil any provisions set forth hereunder due to supervening conditions beyond its reasonable control, including without limitation, acts of God, acts of third parties (including content providers), civil commotion, strikes, labour disputes, internet service interruptions or slowdowns, vandalism or hacker attacks, or governmental demands or requirements.

14. Severability & Maximum Effect

In case any of the provisions in these Terms of Use are invalidated or held to be unenforceable under applicable law or regulations, the rest of the terms shall be applicable and binding to the maximum extent permitted under law.

15. Google OAuth and Data Usage

Our platform integrates Google OAuth 2.0 for authentication to facilitate features in our Flutter Android app(EMED) used for academic course models. This includes accessing YouTube to enable interactions with live educational sessions, such as posting comments or queries during live streams. Web API Use: A dedicated Web Api on Our subdomain securely handles user authentication and OAuth details. These details enable the Flutter app to interact with YouTube live chat features efficiently.

By signing in through Google OAuth, you consent to the following:

• We use your Google account authentication details exclusively for posting live comments and asking queries during live educational sessions.

• Your data, including access tokens, will be securely stored, and used solely to enable live interactions in the educational environment.

Data Security and Privacy

We prioritize safeguarding your personal data and ensuring its secure usage. All OAuth access tokens and user information are encrypted and utilized strictly for authorized educational interactions, such as posting queries during live sessions.

Data Security and Revocation

• All authentication data is securely encrypted and used exclusively for educational purposes within the app.

• You have the right to manage or revoke permissions at any time through Google Account settings, which will disable the live chat interaction features in the app.