WebMD's terms apply to all users

These terms and conditions govern your access to WebMD's websites, mobile applications and other resources, whether you are a registered member or not. By using the site or services, you agree to them.

WebMD can change terms anytime

WebMD may revise and update these terms and conditions at any time. Your continued usage of the site or services means you accept those changes.

The site is not medical advice

WebMD's content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider.

“Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on the WebMD Site.”

WebMD does not endorse specific treatments

WebMD does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions or other information that may be mentioned on the site. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

Site not designed for children under eighteen

WebMD is not intended or designed to attract children under the age of eighteen. WebMD does not collect personally identifiable information from any person it actually knows is under eighteen.

Parents supervise children's use

A parent or guardian may use the site on a child's behalf and is solely responsible for providing supervision.The parent or guardian assumes full responsibility for registration information accuracy and interpretation of any information provided.

WebMD owns the content

Content posted on the site is protected by copyright laws in the United States and foreign countries.

“©2005-2026, WebMD LLC, an Internet Brands company. All rights reserved”

Unauthorized use violates copyright

Any use of the content not expressly permitted by these terms is a breach and may violate copyright, trademark and other laws. If you violate these terms, your permission to use the content automatically terminates.

WebMD limits its liability

The site, services and content are provided on an as-is basis. WebMD disclaims all warranties, either express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

WebMD makes no accuracy guarantees

WebMD makes no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, currentness or timeliness of the content, software, links or communications provided on or through the site.

Damages capped at one thousand dollars

WebMD, its licensors and suppliers shall be liable only to the extent of actual damages incurred by you, not to exceed U.S.one thousand dollars.

Claims must be brought within one year

Any claims arising in connection with your use of the site, services, content or public areas must be brought within one year of the date of the event giving rise to such action.

WebMD owns user-submitted content

By submitting user content to WebMD, you grant WebMD a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, non-exclusive, fully paid up, transferable, sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, publish and exploit the submission.

Do not submit photos without permission

You agree to only submit media that you have taken yourself or have all rights to transmit. Never post a picture or video of or with someone else unless you have their explicit permission.

“Never post a picture or video of or with someone else unless you have their explicit permission.”

Prohibited content includes hate and abuse

It is strictly prohibited to submit media that contains expressions of hate, abuse, offensive images, obscenity, pornography, sexually explicit content or any material that could give rise to civil or criminal liability.

You are responsible for your password

You are responsible for taking all reasonable steps to ensure that no unauthorized person has access to your WebMD passwords or accounts. Promptly inform WebMD if you believe your account has been compromised.

WebMD based in Newark, New Jersey

WebMD is based in Newark, New Jersey in the United States. WebMD makes no claims that the site and services are available or appropriate outside the United States.

Disputes resolved in New York courts

You expressly agree that exclusive jurisdiction for any dispute with WebMD resides in the courts of the State of New York.These terms are governed by the internal substantive laws of the State of New York.

Copyright complaints go to WebMD's agent

If you believe materials on the site infringe your copyright, contact WebMD's copyright agent at WebMD LLC, Attn: Office of Privacy, two eighty three dash two ninety nine Market Street, two Gateway Center, fourth floor…