Terms of Service
Welcome to Auka.ai. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and healthcare marketing automation services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Important Healthcare Notice
Auka.ai provides HIPAA-compliant healthcare marketing automation services. Healthcare organizations must execute a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) before processing any protected health information (PHI).
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using the Auka.ai website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.
2. Description of Services
Auka.ai provides AI-powered marketing automation solutions specifically designed for healthcare organizations, including:
- Patient journey automation and engagement
- Pharmaceutical marketing and adherence programs
- Telehealth promotion and onboarding
- Predictive analytics for healthcare demand generation
- AI-powered content creation with compliance checking
- HIPAA-compliant communication workflows
3. User Eligibility and Registration
Eligibility Requirements
- You must be at least 18 years of age
- You must be authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of your organization
- Healthcare organizations must be properly licensed in their jurisdiction
- You must provide accurate and complete information during registration
Account Security
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized use
- Implementing appropriate access controls within your organization
4. Healthcare Compliance
HIPAA Compliance
For healthcare clients handling PHI:
- A signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is required
- All PHI must be transmitted through approved, encrypted channels
- Access to PHI is logged and monitored
- Data retention policies comply with healthcare regulations
- Breach notification procedures are in place
Professional Responsibilities
Healthcare professionals using our services must:
- Comply with all applicable healthcare regulations
- Maintain appropriate professional licensing
- Ensure patient communications meet clinical standards
- Follow organizational policies for patient data handling
5. Acceptable Use
Permitted Uses
You may use our services for legitimate healthcare marketing and patient engagement purposes.
Prohibited Uses
You may not use our services to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Send spam or unsolicited communications
- Share PHI without proper authorization
- Interfere with or disrupt our services
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Use our services for non-healthcare commercial purposes without authorization
- Transmit malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Impersonate others or provide false information
6. Data Ownership and Privacy
Your Data
- You retain ownership of all data you provide
- We process your data according to our Privacy Policy and applicable BAAs
- You grant us necessary rights to provide our services
- You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to any data you provide
Service Data
- We may collect anonymized, aggregated usage data
- This data helps improve our services and industry insights
- No individual or organization-specific data is shared
- All data collection complies with healthcare privacy laws
7. Payment Terms
Fees and Billing
- Fees are as specified in your service agreement
- Payment is due according to agreed-upon terms
- Late payments may result in service suspension
- All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified
Price Changes
We may modify our pricing with 30 days' written notice for existing customers.
8. Intellectual Property
Our IP
- All Auka.ai technology, software, and content is our property
- You receive a limited license to use our services
- You may not reverse engineer or copy our technology
- Our trademarks and brand elements are protected
Your IP
- You retain rights to your content and data
- You grant us necessary rights to provide services
- We respect your intellectual property rights
9. Service Level and Availability
We strive to provide reliable services, but cannot guarantee 100% uptime. We provide:
- Regular system maintenance and updates
- 24/7 system monitoring
- Incident response procedures
- Service level commitments as specified in service agreements
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- Our liability is limited to the amount paid for our services in the 12 months prior to the claim
- We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- We make no warranties beyond those expressly stated
- You are responsible for compliance with healthcare regulations
Healthcare-Specific Limitations
Auka.ai provides technology services only. We do not provide medical advice, treatment recommendations, or clinical decision support. Healthcare professionals remain solely responsible for all clinical decisions.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims arising from:
- Your use of our services
- Violation of these Terms
- Violation of applicable laws or regulations
- Infringement of third-party rights
- Misuse of patient data or PHI
12. Termination
Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time with written notice.
Termination by Us
We may suspend or terminate your account for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Non-payment of fees
- Illegal or harmful activities
- Breach of compliance requirements
Effect of Termination
- Access to services will cease
- Data export options may be available for a limited time
- Outstanding fees remain due
- Certain provisions of these Terms survive termination
13. Modifications to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. We will:
- Provide 30 days' notice of material changes
- Post updated Terms on our website
- Update the effective date
- Allow you to terminate if you disagree with changes
14. Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by California law, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Dispute Process
- Initial disputes should be addressed through direct communication
- Mediation may be required before litigation
- Certain disputes may be subject to binding arbitration
- Class action waivers may apply as permitted by law
15. Miscellaneous
Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and any service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between us.
Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remainder of these Terms remain in effect.
Force Majeure
We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
16. Contact Information
Legal and Compliance Inquiries
For questions about these Terms or compliance matters:
Email: legal@auka.ai
Phone: +1 (732) 734-8282
Address: Auka.ai Legal Department
San Francisco, CA
These Terms of Service were last updated on January 1, 2025.