1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Forager ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.
These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.
2. Description of Service
Forager is a job search platform that connects job seekers with employers. Our services include:
- Job listing aggregation and search functionality
- User profile creation and management
- Job application submission and tracking
- Resume building and optimization tools
- Career advice and salary information
- Employer tools for posting jobs and managing candidates
3. User Accounts
Account Creation
To use certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
- Maintain the security of your password and account
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
Account Types
- Job Seeker Accounts: Free access to browse jobs, apply, and manage applications
- Employer Accounts: Paid access to post jobs, search candidates, and manage hiring
Age Requirements
You must be at least 16 years old to use this Service. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service.
4. Acceptable Use Policy
Permitted Uses
You may use the Service for lawful purposes related to job searching and hiring.
Prohibited Uses
You agree not to:
- Post false, misleading, or fraudulent information
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Post discriminatory content or job listings
- Spam users with unsolicited communications
- Scrape or data mine our platform
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Post content that violates intellectual property rights
- Use the Service for any illegal activities
Job Seeker Responsibilities
- Provide truthful information in your profile and applications
- Respect employer communication preferences
- Use job application features responsibly
Employer Responsibilities
- Post legitimate job opportunities only
- Include accurate salary ranges and job requirements
- Comply with equal opportunity employment laws
- Respect candidate privacy and data
5. Content and Intellectual Property
Your Content
You retain ownership of content you submit to the Service (resumes, profiles, job postings). By submitting content, you grant us a license to:
- Display and distribute your content on the Service
- Use your content to improve our services
- Share your content with relevant employers (for job seekers) or candidates (for employers)
Our Content
The Service and its content, features, and functionality are owned by Forager and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:
- Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
- Use our trademarks or branding without authorization
- Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
Third-Party Content
The Service may contain content from third parties. We are not responsible for third-party content and do not endorse any third-party views or opinions.
6. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Service. By using the Service, you agree to our Privacy Policy.
Key privacy highlights:
- We collect information to provide and improve our services
- We share job seeker information with employers when you apply for jobs
- We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data
- You have rights to access, update, and delete your information
7. Payments and Billing (Employers)
Pricing
Employer accounts are subject to fees as outlined in our pricing page. Job seeker accounts are free.
Billing
- Charges are billed in advance for subscription plans
- All fees are non-refundable unless required by law
- We may change pricing with 30 days' notice
- Taxes may apply based on your location
Payment Processing
Payments are processed by third-party providers. We do not store your payment information on our servers.
8. Termination
Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using account deletion tools in your dashboard.
Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your account if you:
- Violate these Terms of Service
- Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
- Fail to pay required fees (for employer accounts)
- Remain inactive for an extended period
Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your access to the Service will cease immediately
- We may delete your account and data
- Outstanding fees remain due
- Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect
9. Disclaimers
The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, including:
- Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement of third-party rights
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Accuracy or reliability of content
We do not guarantee:
- That you will find employment through our Service
- The accuracy of job postings or candidate information
- The quality or legality of jobs or candidates
- That our Service will meet your specific needs
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Forager shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of profits, data, use, or goodwill
- Service interruptions
- Computer damage or system failure
- Cost of substitute services
Our total liability to you for any claim related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Forager from any claims, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Content you submit to the Service
12. Governing Law and Disputes
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through:
- Informal Resolution: Contact us first to resolve disputes informally
- Binding Arbitration: If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in California
- Class Action Waiver: You agree not to participate in class action lawsuits against us
Exceptions
Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property violations or breach of confidentiality.
13. General Provisions
Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or platform notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Forager regarding the Service.
Contact Information
Questions about these Terms? Contact us at [email protected] or: