Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using ReadTheTrial (www.readthetrial.com), operated by OpenDataHQ, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the service.

2. Service Description

ReadTheTrial provides AI-generated analysis and plain-English summaries of clinical trial data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. The service is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

3. Not Medical Advice

IMPORTANT: The information provided on ReadTheTrial is for informational and educational purposes only. It is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Clinical trial data presented on this site should not be used to make medical decisions. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about clinical trial participation or any medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of information found on ReadTheTrial.

We do not recommend or endorse any specific clinical trials, treatments, procedures, opinions, or healthcare providers. Reliance on any information provided by ReadTheTrial is solely at your own risk.

4. AI-Generated Content Disclaimer

Content on ReadTheTrial is generated by artificial intelligence systems and may contain errors, inaccuracies, omissions, or outdated information. We make no guarantees about the completeness, reliability, accuracy, or timeliness of AI-generated content. Always verify information with official sources including ClinicalTrials.gov and your healthcare team.

5. Data Source Attribution

Clinical trial data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov, a database of clinical studies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). ReadTheTrial is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the NLM, NIH, or the U.S. government.

6. Intellectual Property

The ReadTheTrial platform, its design, branding, code, and AI-generated analyses are proprietary to OpenDataHQ. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without written permission. Clinical trial data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov is public domain.

7. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

8. Advertising

ReadTheTrial displays advertisements served by Google AdSense. By using the service, you acknowledge that advertisements will be displayed alongside content. We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements.

9. Limitation of Liability

ReadTheTrial and OpenDataHQ are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. In no event shall ReadTheTrial, OpenDataHQ, or its affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the service, including reliance on AI-generated analysis for medical decisions.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless OpenDataHQ, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of or related to your use of ReadTheTrial or violation of these Terms.

11. Third-Party Links

ReadTheTrial may contain links to third-party websites, including ClinicalTrials.gov, research institutions, and sponsor organizations. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

12. Service Availability

We strive to keep ReadTheTrial available at all times but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or factors beyond our control. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time without notice.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of ReadTheTrial shall be resolved in the appropriate courts.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of ReadTheTrial after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

15. Contact

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Last updated: 2026-05-26