These Terms of Service (the “Terms”) apply to your use of all Web of Tech websites, applications, services, and products (collectively, the “Services” and individually, a “Service”) operated by Youke Publishing Co., Ltd. (“Youke Publishing,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). They apply to any platform page that contains a link to these Terms. By accessing or using any Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. These Terms incorporate by reference the applicable Privacy Policy, as well as all usage guidelines, special policies, additional terms, disclaimers publicly posted or updated by the Platform, and notices sent to you. If you do not agree to all provisions of these Terms, please stop using the Services.
I. Terms for Use of the Services
Unless otherwise provided in these Terms, all content in the Services (collectively, the “Content”), including text, graphics, user interfaces, visual interfaces, photographs, trademarks, logos, videos, audio, images, applications, programs, computer code, and other information, as well as the design, layout, visual style, and arrangement of the foregoing, is owned by Youke Publishing, its licensors, or content providers. Such Content is protected by copyright law, trademark law, other intellectual property laws, and laws against unfair competition.
“Youke Publishing” and its associated designs and logos are registered trademarks of Youke Publishing Co., Ltd. and are used under authorization.
1. Limited Permission to Use Content
Individual users may print or download relevant Content on the Platform solely for personal, non-commercial informational consultation or academic research. When doing so, users must retain in full all copyright notices, copyright statements, and other intellectual-property ownership notices appearing on the Content, and must not delete, conceal, alter, or tamper with any such notices.
2. Prohibition on Unauthorized Dealings with Platform Content
Without the Platform’s prior formal written authorization, users are strictly prohibited from copying, publicly displaying, disseminating, modifying, publicly publishing, reproducing, storing, transmitting, posting, or translating Platform Content; creating derivative works based on Platform Content (including derivative content generated using artificial intelligence tools); or selling, renting, or sublicensing rights to use Platform Content to third parties.
3. Prohibition on Reverse Engineering Program Content
Users must not reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, or reverse analyze any software or program content contained in the Platform, or attempt by any means to disassemble or extract source code from software.
4. Prohibition on Bulk Scraping and Compilation of Platform Resources
Unauthorized systematic or bulk crawling and collection of Platform Content is strictly prohibited. Users must not directly or indirectly use collected Platform Content to prepare compilations, reference databases, indexes, databases, or other aggregate resources.
5. Prohibition on Using Platform Content for AI Training or Development
Users must not use any Platform Content in conjunction with artificial intelligence tools for purposes including, without limitation, algorithm training, model testing, data computation and processing, data analysis, generation of AI output content, or the research, development, or construction of artificial intelligence products or tools.
6. Prohibition on Automated Bulk Collection
Users must not use robots, web crawlers, automated download scripts, automated algorithms, bulk-collection devices, or manual operations equivalent to bulk collection to continuously obtain Platform Content. Where the Platform has implemented crawler restrictions or blocking rules, users must not circumvent or bypass such restrictions by using software, programs, devices, or any other means.
7. Prohibition on Endangering Platform Network and Information Security
Users must not probe, scan, or test the security vulnerabilities of Platform servers or website systems; attempt to intrude into, breach, or compromise Platform security protections or authentication mechanisms; or access Platform functions or data areas without permission or beyond authorized privileges.
8. Prohibition on Commercial Traffic Diversion and Promotion
Users must not use the Platform to push, publish, or distribute advertisements, commercial promotional materials, or business-solicitation information to other users, or induce other users to purchase third-party goods, subscribe to external services, or participate in commercial activities.
9. Liability for Violations
If a user violates any provision of this section, the Platform may, depending on the seriousness of the circumstances, restrict account functions, suspend or ban the account, delete relevant violating content, or take other measures. If a violation causes intellectual-property losses, system failures, or economic damage to the Platform, the user shall bear full compensation liability, and the Platform reserves the right to pursue legal liability.
II. Rules for Use of User-Uploaded Content
1. Ownership of User-Uploaded Content
(1) The Platform supports users in uploading, submitting, storing, sending, and receiving various types of content. We do not claim ownership of content independently uploaded to the Platform by users. Users retain all intellectual-property rights in such content.
(2) For content that is not owned by the Platform and is independently uploaded or published by users, we do not guarantee its authenticity or accuracy and do not assume legal liability for whether it complies with laws and regulations or infringes third-party rights. The user who publishes such content shall bear all related legal consequences.
2. Rules for Content-Use Authorization
Once a user uploads or publishes content, except for content expressly identified by Platform policy as confidential, the user automatically grants to us and our partners a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license. Through all media existing now or developed in the future, we may republish, publicly publish, reformat, create search indexes, archive, disseminate publicly, add hyperlinks to, or otherwise reasonably use such content in connection with all of our business operations (including operation of the Platform). We may also authorize third parties to make equivalent use of such user content.
3. Basic Representations Concerning User-Published Content
(1) Users must not upload or submit any content anonymously.
(2) Users represent that all uploaded and published content is independently original and personally authored by them.
(3) By publishing content, users represent and warrant that they fully own or have lawfully obtained all related intellectual-property rights in the content, possess all lawful rights necessary to grant the license described above, and that no defect in title exists.
4. Platform Rights to Handle Content
(1) We are not obliged to display, promote, or use user-uploaded content, and may delete any user-submitted content at any time in our sole discretion based on operational needs without prior notice to the user.
(2) We have complete editorial and management control over all content on the Platform.
(3) We have the right, but not the obligation, to review and monitor all user-submitted content to determine whether it complies with these Rules for Use, Platform operating rules, national laws and regulations, and lawful government regulatory requirements. We may edit user content, reject a publication request, or directly delete violating content in our sole discretion.
5. List of Prohibited Content
Users are strictly prohibited from uploading, publishing, or disseminating any of the following through the Platform:
(1) Illegal content that violates laws or regulations.
(2) Content that infringes the lawful rights and interests of third parties, including portrait rights, copyright, or reputation rights.
(3) Undesirable information containing defamation, personal abuse, incitement of hatred, vulgarity, pornography or obscenity, intimidation, or threats.
(4) Content containing program errors, computer viruses, Trojan horses, malicious plug-ins, other harmful programs, or destructive code.
(5) Any other information for which the publisher may be held legally liable upon publication.
6. Measures for Violations
If a user uploads or publishes the prohibited content described above or violates any provision of these Rules, the Platform may, depending on the seriousness of the circumstances, reduce distribution, hide content, restrict account functions, permanently ban the account, or take other measures. If violating content causes losses to the Platform or a third party, the publishing user shall bear full compensation liability. We reserve the right to pursue civil, administrative, and criminal liability in accordance with law.
III. Notice of Infringement Complaints
If you discover suspected intellectual-property infringement, please submit an infringement notice to Youke Publishing at wot@youkepub.com.
IV. External Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites and resources. We do not endorse content on external websites and assume no responsibility for the content, advertisements, goods, or other materials of third-party websites. Transactions between you and a third party bind only you and that third party; we assume no responsibility for them. You may create a hyperlink to the Services, but the link must not state or imply that Youke Publishing sponsors or endorses your website, enterprise, products, or services. Without the trademark or copyright owner’s clear written permission or formal authorization, you must not use any trademark, service mark, or copyrighted material from the Services (including any logo) on your own website. Without Youke Publishing’s prior written permission, you must not embed Service content or materials in a third-party website through framing or similar methods.
V. Warranty Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
1. Disclaimer of Service Warranties
(1) Youke Publishing will operate and provide all Platform services in accordance with reasonable industry standards. However, Youke Publishing, Platform suppliers, and licensors make no particular promises regarding Platform services, Platform-owned content, or user-submitted content. In particular, we do not guarantee that: Platform services will be continuous and error-free; all system defects and vulnerabilities can be corrected; servers supporting the Services are free of viruses, Trojan horses, or other harmful programs; or Platform-owned content and user-submitted content are complete, accurate, reliable, suitable, or free from defects in title.
(2) The Platform, all Content on it, and all user-submitted content are provided to users “as is.” To the maximum extent permitted by law, Youke Publishing, its suppliers, and licensors disclaim all express, implied, and statutory warranties, including without limitation warranties of title, non-infringement, merchantability, and fitness for a particular purpose. You acknowledge that all risks arising from your use of Platform services, review and application of Platform Content, and upload or publication of user-submitted content are borne by you.
2. Special Disclaimer for Scientific Research and Medical Content
(1) To the extent permitted by applicable law, Youke Publishing, its suppliers, and licensors shall not be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by product liability, professional negligence, failure to provide safety warnings, negligence by any party, or the use of information displayed on the Platform, including concepts, experimental methods, diagnosis and treatment plans, drug instructions, or professional procedures.
(2) Scientific researchers and medical practitioners must rely on their own professional experience, industry knowledge, and independent professional judgment when evaluating and applying professional information contained on the Platform. All resulting professional responsibility shall be borne by the user.
(3) Medical technologies continue to develop, and related medicines, medical regulations, and approval standards continue to change. The Platform specifically advises that, if users intend to adopt a diagnosis or treatment plan mentioned on the Platform, select medication, or determine a drug dosage, they must conduct an independent professional verification and must not directly copy Platform Content.
(4) All academic discussions, expert opinions, diagnosis and treatment recommendations, and research conclusions on the Platform are for reference only. They do not represent universally applicable or absolute standards for every clinical or scientific-research setting and must not serve as the sole basis for medical or research decisions.
(5) Platform Content is provided for informational and academic reference only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You must not rely on Platform Content as the sole basis for medical treatment or scientific research decisions, and you should independently verify any professional information and consult a qualified professional before acting on it.
3. Limitation on Scope of Compensation (Liability Cap)
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal relationship, and whether or not Youke Publishing has been advised of the possibility of such losses, Youke Publishing, its suppliers, and licensors shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, special, incidental, or other damages, including personal injury (including death), loss of anticipated profits, data corruption or loss, business interruption, and other operational economic losses. The total aggregate liability of all relevant parties shall not exceed the total service fees actually paid by the user to Youke Publishing for the applicable Service.
4. Disclaimer for Third-Party Content and Products
For third-party products, industry information, operating guides, materials, external online services, and other third party content displayed, included, or linked to by the Platform, Youke Publishing claims no intellectual-property rights; does not endorse or make any commitment concerning third-party content, goods, or services; and assumes no warranty, compensation, supervision, or management responsibility. Any transaction or dispute between a user and a third party shall be resolved by the user and that third party and is unrelated to Youke Publishing.
VI. Indemnification
You shall bear all costs arising from third-party claims, losses, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and litigation costs) caused by your breach of these Terms or your use of, or inability to use, the Services, Platform Content, or user-submitted content.
VII. License for Registered Users
Certain sections of the Web of Tech Platform require a registered account. If registration is required, you represent that you will provide true and complete registration information and promptly notify Youke Publishing of any changes. Each registered account may be used by only one person, unless the registration page expressly states otherwise. We prohibit: (i) any other person from using your account or password to access areas requiring login; and (ii) multiple users sharing login credentials for the same account through a local area network or other channels. Upon completing registration, Youke Publishing grants you a non-transferable, non-exclusive, revocable right to use the Services strictly in accordance with these Terms. Except for rights expressly granted by these Terms or a separate agreement signed between you and Youke Publishing, you acquire no ownership, intellectual-property rights, or license rights in the Services, Platform Content, or user-submitted content.
VIII. Password Use and Account Security
If a password is required to access the Services, you must not disclose it and must take reasonable measures to keep it confidential and secure. If you discover or suspect that your password or account has been compromised or that a security vulnerability exists, you must notify Youke Publishing immediately. Youke Publishing shall not be liable for claims or losses caused by unauthorized actions of a third party or by your failure to properly safeguard your account or password.
IX. General Provisions of These Terms
1. Term and Termination
The license to use the Services granted to you remains effective until the license expires, we voluntarily terminate it, or you submit a written request for termination. If you violate any provision of these Terms, your license automatically terminates without further notice from us. Youke Publishing reserves the right, without prior notice, to suspend, discontinue, or adjust the Services at any time or restrict your access rights. Upon termination of the license, you must immediately stop using the relevant Services.
2. Non-Transferability of Rights and Obligations
You must not transfer to any third party all or any part of your rights or obligations under these Terms.
3. Waiver
Youke Publishing’s failure to timely exercise or assert any right, remedy, or authority under these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or of any other right, and prior dealings between the parties do not constitute a waiver. Any waiver of rights or tolerance of a breach is effective only if set forth in a written document signed by the rights holder. Tolerance of one breach does not constitute tolerance of any other breach.
4. Priority of Additional Terms
Purchases of goods, intellectual-property authorizations, Platform-specific functions, subscription services, and institutional cooperation or subscription license agreements may be subject to separate additional or replacement terms. If these Terms conflict with terms applicable to a particular Platform section, special service, or institutional subscription agreement, the applicable special terms shall prevail.
5. Compliance with Laws and Regulations
You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using the Services, accessing Platform Content, or submitting user content.
6. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable in accordance with law, the remaining provisions shall not be affected and shall remain in full force and effect.
7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
All matters relating to your access to or use of the Services, including all disputes, shall be governed by the laws of the People’s Republic of China, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. All litigation arising from or relating to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the people’s court having jurisdiction where Youke Publishing is located.
8. Amendments to These Terms
Youke Publishing may amend, add to, or delete provisions of these Terms at any time in its sole discretion without prior notice. Please review updates to these Terms regularly. Your continued use of the Services after updated Terms are posted constitutes your acceptance of all revisions.