Users are responsible for adhering to copyright regulations and licensing agreements when using library materials. This policy outlines the guidelines and regulations for the utilization of electronic resources (e-resources) provided by IIITDM Kurnool. These resources include, but are not limited to, online databases, e-books, e-journals, and multimedia materials. The aim of this policy is to ensure equitable and responsible access to these resources by all patrons while preserving their integrity and availability.

We request our users to take these guidelines seriously and any violation of the same will be reported to the Institute authorities for appropriate action.

• Access and Eligibility
  • E-resources are intended for educational, research, and informational purposes only..
  • Patrons may download, print, or save reasonable portions of e-resources for personal use.
  • Proper citation practices must be followed when using e-resource content in academic or research work.
  • Users must comply with all copyright and licensing agreements associated with each e-resource.
• User Responsibilities
  • Users are responsible for maintaining the security and confidentiality of their library credentials (username and password).
  • Users must not share their credentials with others or attempt to gain unauthorized access to e-resources.
  • Any misuse or violation of the library's e-resource policies may result in suspension or termination of access privileges.
• Prohibited Actions
  • Copying, manipulating, re-publishing, disseminating, and displaying the content without obtaining prior permission from the copyright holder except in accordance with fair use or licensed agreement.
  • Systematic downloading or printing of entire journal issues or volumes, or large portions of other e-resources.
  • Circumventing access restrictions or attempting to breach security measures is not allowed.
  • Engaging in any activity that may disrupt the availability or functionality of the e-resources is prohibited.
  • Posting the publisher's version or PDF of an article to an open-class website (If necessary, post the URL to the article which will allow only authorized users access)
  • Commercial use, resale, or redistribution of the content is strictly prohibited
• Usage Monitoring and Privacy
  • The library may collect usage data to evaluate the effectiveness of e-resource subscriptions and to improve services.
  • User privacy will be respected, and usage data will be aggregated and anonymized whenever possible.
• Reporting Issues
  • Users are encouraged to report any technical issues, access problems, or suspected violations of this policy to the library staff.
• Consequences of Violation
  • All Publishers regularly track the access to their subscribed electronic resources by our Institute. If there is any misuse, the Institute or Librarian is informed with specifics on the types of infringement. Institute/Library are required to act right away having signed license agreements with all publishers. Publishers frequently revoke access to electronic resources while waiting for the Institute or Library to take appropriate action. Access may be suspended for all journals published by the same publisher in addition to those whose license agreements were broken. Additionally, not only is access suspended for the specific offender but also for the entire institution.
  • If any of our Institute users violate the above-mentioned electronic resources usage policy, they would risk having their library access suspended and access to the resource(s) blocked. This is applicable to users of this service at all levels.
• Policy Review
  • This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure its relevance and effectiveness in meeting the library's goals and the evolving needs of its patrons. Any updates or revisions will be communicated to users through appropriate channels.