Terms and Conditions
WHITECOAT MAGAZINE – TERMS & CONDITIONS + PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 01 January 2026
Last Updated: 01 January 2026
TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS
By accessing or using White Coat Magazine (“Website,” “Platform,” “WHITECOAT™”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you disagree with any part of these terms, discontinue use immediately.
These Terms apply to all users, including readers, contributors, editors, advertisers, medical professionals, and partners.
2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All written content, editorials, medical articles, research summaries, interviews, designs, logos, graphics, and branding elements published on WHITECOAT™ are the sole property of White Coat Magazine.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercialize any content without written permission.
3. VERIFIED MEDICAL CONTENT
White Coat Magazine aims to provide high-quality, research-backed, verified medical and healthcare information. However:
- Content may include summaries of scientific papers, expert insights, and clinical viewpoints.
- Information is for educational and editorial purposes only.
- It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
You must consult qualified professionals for medical decisions.
4. ACCEPTABLE USE
You agree not to:
- Post false, misleading, harmful, or unverified medical claims
- Interfere with platform functionality
- Upload malicious software, bots, or harmful scripts
- Misrepresent professional identity
- Engage in plagiarism or unauthorized content use
- Violate ethical, medical, or legal guidelines
5. USER CONTRIBUTIONS
If you submit articles, cases, images, interviews, or research:
- You grant WHITECOAT™ a non-exclusive, global license to publish, edit, or distribute your submissions.
- You confirm your content is original and does not violate rights of others.
- Medical images and case studies must be de-identified and free of personal patient information.
6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our platform may contain links to medical journals, publications, conferences, or external sites.
We are not responsible for their:
- Accuracy
- Privacy practices
- Security
- Content policies
Use third-party links at your own discretion.
7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
WHITECOAT™ is not liable for:
- Errors or inaccuracies in medical or scientific content
- Losses resulting from reliance on published information
- Technical issues, downtime, or service interruptions
- Actions taken based on editorial material
Use the platform responsibly and professionally.
8. MODIFICATION OF TERMS
We may update these terms at any time.
Changes become effective immediately upon posting.
Continued use means you accept updated terms.
PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy explains how White Coat Magazine (“we,” “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We do not collect unnecessary personal details.
We may collect the following categories:
a. Voluntary Information
Provided by you when:
- Subscribing to newsletters
- Filling forms
- Sending editorial submissions
- Contacting us
This may include:
- Name
- Email address
(Only if voluntarily provided)
b. Automatically Collected Data
Standard website data such as:
- Device type
- Browser type
- IP (masked or anonymized when possible)
- Pages viewed
- Time spent
- Click interactions
- Cookies and tracking identifiers
This helps in analytics, security, and improving user experience.
2. USE OF INFORMATION
Information is used solely to:
- Improve website performance
- Maintain scientific and editorial standards
- Process submissions
- Respond to contact requests
- Maintain security
- Provide newsletters or updates (if opted in)
We do not sell user information.
3. COOKIES POLICY
We use cookies to:
- Ensure smooth website functionality
- Analyze traffic and behavior
- Improve user interface
- Remember user preferences
- Maintain session security
You may disable cookies in your browser.
Some features may not function without them.
4. DATA PROTECTION PRACTICES
We implement:
- Industry-standard encryption
- Secure server storage
- Access control restrictions
- Regular security monitoring
No online platform can guarantee absolute security, but we follow strict protocols to minimize risk.
5. DATA SHARING
We only share anonymized, necessary data with:
- Security providers
- Hosting partners
- Analytics tools
We do not sell or trade your information.
Data may also be shared if required by law or regulation.
6. DATA RETENTION
Data is retained only as long as necessary for:
- Editorial operations
- Legal requirements
- User communication
- Security purposes
Users may request removal of email or voluntary data.
7. USER RIGHTS
You may at any time:
- Request access to your stored info
- Request correction
- Request deletion
- Request cessation of emails
- Withdraw consent
Contact us for any request.
8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
We do not target individuals below 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
9. CONTACT INFORMATION
For policies, terms, rights, or data concerns:
WhitCoat Magazine – WHITE COAT™
📧 contact@whitecoatmagazine.com