Introduction

Welcome to Jobs.Cymru, a platform dedicated to connecting employers with job seekers across Wales. Our job board allows employers to post job opportunities and search for candidates while enabling job seekers to find and apply for jobs that match their skills and interests.

By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our services. These terms govern your use of Jobs.Cymru and all associated services provided by us.

Definitions

For the purpose of these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions apply:

• "Service" refers to the applications, services, and websites provided by [Job Board Name], including any content and functionality offered on or through our platforms.
• "User" refers to any individual or entity that uses our Service, whether registered or not.
• "Employer" refers to a User that creates an account with the intent to post job vacancies and/or search for potential candidates.
• "Job Seeker" refers to a User that uses the Service to look for employment opportunities, whether by browsing publicly posted jobs or through submitting personal information for job applications.
• "Content" includes, but is not limited to, text, data, graphics, images, photographs, video, audio, information, and documents created, uploaded, or otherwise made available by Users through our Service.
• "Account" means the unique account created by Users to access our Service's restricted areas and functionalities.

These definitions should provide clarity and help ensure that terms used throughout your Terms and Conditions are understood by all users. This draft aims to establish a foundation for the relationship between your service and its users, as well as to define key terms for consistency and legal clarity. Please review and adjust the language as necessary to align with your specific operations and legal requirements.

User Accounts

Account Creation and Maintenance - To access certain features of our Service, including posting job vacancies, employers must create an account with Jobs.Cymru. During the registration process, employers are required to provide accurate and current information. This information must be kept up-to-date. Each employer is responsible for all activities that occur under their account and must safeguard their account credentials.

Authentication via Firebase - Our Service uses Firebase, a platform developed by Google, for authentication of user accounts. By creating an account, you agree to Firebase's terms of use and acknowledge that Firebase's privacy practices govern the collection and use of your authentication data. For more details, please refer to the Firebase privacy policy available on Google's website.

Confidentiality of Account Information - Employers are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials, including usernames and passwords. You agree to notify Jobs.Cymru immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. The company cannot and will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this security obligation.

Reporting Unauthorized Use - If you believe your account has been accessed or used without your permission, please contact us immediately at via the support page. We are committed to ensuring the integrity and security of your account and will provide the necessary support to address unauthorized use.

Job Postings

Conditions for Posting Job Listings Employers may post job listings on Jobs.Cymru subject to the following conditions:

• Employers must have an active and valid account.
• All job postings must comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to those concerning employment, equality, and non-discrimination.
• Job listings must be for genuine employment opportunities and accurately describe the position, qualifications required, and any other relevant details. If they are not, Jobs.Cymru has the right to remove them with no notice or refund.
• Employers agree not to post jobs that involve illegal activities, unethical practices, or require payment from job seekers.

Content Guidelines for Job Postings
To ensure a reliable and respectful environment for both job seekers and employers, all job postings must adhere to the following content guidelines:

• Job descriptions should be clear, professional, and free from misleading or false information.
• Postings should not contain any discriminatory language or requirements that are not essential to the job.
• Avoid including personal information or contact details within the job description. All communications should be facilitated through the Service or via the contact information provided either by the employer or the job seeker.
• No offensive, threatening, or harassing content is permitted.

Rights to Remove Non-Compliant Postings
Jobs.Cymru reserves the right to remove any job postings that:

• Violate our Terms and Conditions, content guidelines, or any applicable laws.
• Contain incorrect, misleading, or fraudulent information.
• Are reported by users or third parties as inappropriate or offensive, upon verification of such claims.
• Jobs posted outside of Wales or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Employers whose postings are removed for non-compliance may be subject to additional review, and repeated violations could lead to suspension or termination of the account. Any posts removed for the above reasons are not eligible for a refund.

Payments

Payment Processing via Stripe - Jobs.Cymru utilizes Stripe, a globally recognized payment processing service, to manage financial transactions securely. When employers pay to post job listings, all payments are processed through Stripe. By submitting your payment details, you authorize us to process and complete the transaction via Stripe according to their terms of service and privacy policy.

Fees, Refunds, and Cancellation Policies

• Fees: Employers are required to pay a fee to post job listings on our platform. The specific rates and payment terms are listed on our website and are subject to change. Notification of any changes to our fee structure will be provided in advance.
• Refunds: Refunds may be granted at the discretion of Jobs.Cymru under certain circumstances, such as duplicate charges or if a job post fails to go live due to technical issues on our part. To request a refund, please contact our support team providing details and any relevant evidence.
• Cancellations: Employers can cancel their job postings at any time. However, fees for job postings are generally non-refundable unless there is a qualifying reason as outlined under our refund policy.

Security Measures for Payment Information - We take the security of your financial information seriously. Jobs.Cymru does not store credit card details or sensitive financial information on our servers. All payment data is encrypted and securely handled by Stripe, which complies with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). We maintain strict administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Use of Service

Permitted and Prohibited Uses
Users of Jobs.Cymru are expected to use the job board in a professional and lawful manner. The following are permitted uses of our services:

• Job seekers can browse listings, apply for jobs, and communicate with potential employers through the modal application system.
• Employers can post job listings, manage their postings, and communicate with applicants.

Prohibited uses of the service include, but are not limited to:

• Posting content that is false, misleading, unlawful, obscene, discriminatory, or hostile.
• Using the service for any fraudulent or illegal activity, including but not limited to identity theft, data theft, or the dissemination of viruses and other harmful code.
• Interfering with or attempting to disrupt the service's operations, including any form of automated use, such as scraping, data mining, or similar activities.

Intellectual Property Rights - All content posted on Jobs.Cymru, including text, graphics, logos, button icons, images, and software, is the property of Jobs.Cymru or its content suppliers and protected by international copyright and intellectual property laws. Users grant Jobs.Cymru a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display the content provided by them for the purpose of operating the service. Users also agree to respect the intellectual property rights of others and will not post content that infringes upon these rights.

Privacy Policy

Data Collection and Use - Jobs.Cymru collects personal information necessary to facilitate the job application process, enhance user experience, and manage our services. This information includes but is not limited to: name, contact information, professional history, and login credentials, which are collected through your interactions with our service.

Role of Firebase in Data Storage and Security - We use Firebase as our primary backend service provider for database management and user authentication. Firebase stores all user data in a secure manner and in accordance with its own privacy policies and terms of service. Firebase implements robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

User Rights
Users have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information stored on Jobs.Cymru at any time. Requests for access, correction, or deletion can be made through our customer service department. Additionally, users may have rights under local law to request details about the information we collect and its use. User can also delete their account at any time in the settings page of the dashboard, all data will be removed from our servers upon deletion and is not recoverable.

Disclaimer of Warranties and Liability

Disclaimer for Inaccuracies in Job Listings
Jobs.Cymru does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information presented in job listings. While we strive to ensure that all postings are made by verified employers and contain accurate information, Jobs.Cymru shall not be responsible for any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in any job listings, nor for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of or reliance on any content posted, emailed, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the job board.

Limitation of Liability
In no event will Jobs.Cymru, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

• Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the services;
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the services;
• Any content obtained from the services; and
• Unauthorized access, use or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence) or any other legal theory, whether or not we have been informed of the possibility of such damage, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed its essential purpose.

Termination and Suspension

Conditions for Termination and Suspension
Jobs.Cymru reserves the right to terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms and Conditions. Grounds for such termination may include, but are not limited to:

• Non-payment of fees due;
• Breaches or repeated breaches of the content guidelines or any other provisions of the Terms and Conditions;
• Requests by law enforcement or other government agencies.

Procedure for Appealing Decisions - If your account is terminated or suspended, you may appeal the decision by contacting Jobs.Cymru via our support page. You must include details of the situation and any relevant documentation or evidence that you believe may support your case. The decision to reinstate an account will be at the sole discretion of Job.Cymru, based on the details provided and in compliance with applicable laws.

Governing Law

Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Wales, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. Any disputes arising out of or relating to the terms, the Privacy Policy, use of our website, or our products or services offered on our website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Wales.

Changes to Terms and Conditions

Modification Rights
Jobs.Cymru reserves the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

Notification Procedures
We will notify you of any changes to our Terms and Conditions through the appropriate channels, which may include an email notification or through a prominent notice on our service platform. It is your responsibility to check our Terms and Conditions periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to our service following the posting of any changes to these Terms and Conditions constitutes acceptance of those changes.