LEGAL

Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: May 13, 2026
Effective Date: May 13, 2026

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern the use of the DocBee mobile applications, website, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”) operated by DOCBEE (“DocBee”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).

By accessing, installing, or using the Platform, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must immediately cease use of the Platform.

1. Company Information

Company Name: DOCBEE

D-U-N-S Number: 73-223-5288

Registered Address:
Tropical Centre, 218, Room 1309, 12th Floor,
Dr. Kudrat E Khuda Road, Elephant Road,
Dhaka 1205, Bangladesh

Support Email: support@docbee.com

Privacy Email: privacy@docbee.com

Website: https://docbeebd.com

2. Nature of the Platform

DocBee is a technology facilitator that connects patients with licensed healthcare professionals via video consultations.

DocBee is not a healthcare provider. We do not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. All clinical decisions are made solely by the participating healthcare professionals.

Healthcare professionals using the Platform operate independently and are solely responsible for their clinical judgments, diagnoses, prescriptions, treatment recommendations, and medical decisions.

Definitions

  • "Platform" means the DocBee website, mobile applications, and related services.
  • "Patient" means any individual using the Platform to obtain healthcare-related services.
  • "Healthcare Professional" means a licensed doctor or healthcare provider using the Platform.
  • "Consultation" means any healthcare interaction conducted through the Platform.
  • "Telemedicine" means the delivery of healthcare services using electronic communication technologies.

3. Emergency Services – Critical Disclaimer

DO NOT USE DOCBEE FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES.

If you are experiencing a life-threatening situation or urgent medical crisis, immediately contact local emergency services (e.g., 999 in Bangladesh) or visit the nearest hospital emergency department.

4. Eligibility & Registration

Users

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account. Minors may use the service only under the direct supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

Verification

Healthcare professionals must provide valid government-issued licenses and certifications.

DocBee reserves the right to verify these credentials but does not guarantee the accuracy of third-party licensing boards.

Account Security

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials and must promptly notify DocBee of any unauthorized use or suspected security breach.

User Responsibilities

Users agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information.
  • Keep account information up to date.
  • Upload only authentic medical documents.
  • Use the Platform lawfully.
  • Follow applicable laws while using the Platform.

5. Healthcare Professional Responsibilities

Healthcare professionals using DocBee must maintain all required licenses, comply with applicable Bangladesh Medical & Dental Council (BMDC) regulations, protect patient confidentiality, and provide healthcare services in accordance with applicable professional standards and medical ethics.

6. Video Consultations & Telemedicine

  • Telemedicine has inherent limitations, including the inability to perform a physical examination.
  • By using the Platform, you acknowledge that technical failures such as internet disruptions or power outages may interrupt a session.
  • Healthcare professionals may determine that a patient’s condition is not suitable for telemedicine and may recommend an in-person visit.

Consultation quality may be affected by internet connectivity, device compatibility, power interruptions, or other technical limitations beyond DocBee's control.

Appointment Scheduling

Appointments may be rescheduled or cancelled by either party due to emergencies, technical issues, scheduling conflicts, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Prescription Disclaimer

Prescriptions issued through the Platform are prepared solely by the treating Healthcare Professional. DocBee does not modify, approve, endorse, or guarantee any prescription or treatment recommendation.

7. Payments, Fees & Refunds

Payment Processing

Fees for consultations are paid via integrated third-party payment gateways such as SSLCommerz, bKash, Nagad, or Credit/Debit cards.

Payments for healthcare consultation services are processed through authorized third-party payment providers in accordance with applicable laws and platform policies.

Refund Policy

  • If a doctor fails to join the scheduled video consultation, a full refund will be initiated within 7–10 working days.
  • No refunds are provided for patient no-shows or dissatisfaction with medical advice, as consultation fees cover professional time and service availability.

Refund requests are subject to review and verification by DocBee.

Platform Fees

DocBee may charge a service fee per transaction, which will be clearly displayed before payment confirmation.

Taxes

Applicable taxes, VAT, platform fees, or other charges will be displayed before payment confirmation where required.

8. User Conduct

You agree NOT to:

  • Record video consultations without the express consent of the healthcare professional.
  • Use the Platform for fraudulent activity or attempts to obtain controlled substances illegally.
  • Abuse, harass, threaten, or use offensive language toward healthcare professionals or other users.

You also agree NOT to:

  • Share false medical information.
  • Attempt unauthorized access to the Platform.
  • Reverse engineer, copy, or modify the Platform.
  • Upload malicious software or harmful content.
  • Impersonate another person.

9. Intellectual Property

All trademarks, logos, software, content, graphics, text, designs, and intellectual property associated with DocBee remain the exclusive property of DocBee or its licensors. Users may not reproduce, copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written permission.

10. Medical Records

Medical records generated through consultations remain subject to applicable healthcare regulations. Patients may access their records where permitted by law. Certain records may be retained for legal, regulatory, taxation, fraud prevention, or medical record retention requirements. Access to medical records may be subject to identity verification and applicable legal or regulatory requirements.

11. Privacy

Use of the Platform is also governed by the DocBee Privacy Policy, which should be read together with these Terms & Conditions.

12. Suspension & Termination

DocBee reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent activity, misuse the Platform, or otherwise threaten the safety, security, or integrity of the Platform.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, DocBee shall not be liable for any medical malpractice, misdiagnosis, treatment outcome, or personal injury resulting from consultations facilitated through the Platform.

Our total liability shall be limited to the amount paid for the specific consultation in dispute.

DocBee does not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or continuous availability of the Platform.

14. Force Majeure

DocBee shall not be liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, internet failures, power outages, cyberattacks, governmental actions, pandemics, labor disputes, or other force majeure events.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. Any disputes shall be settled exclusively in the courts of Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations before initiating legal proceedings where permitted by law.

16. Changes to Terms

DocBee may modify these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Updated versions will be published on the Platform with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.