Terms and Conditions

CareerNetwork.co – Terms of Service

Welcome to CareerNetwork.co! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the CareerNetwork.co website (the "Website") and mobile applications (the "App"), and the services provided (collectively, the "Services"). Please review these Terms carefully.

By accessing or using our Website, App, or Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Website, App, or Services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

You are at least 18 years of age, or at least 16 years of age with verified parental or guardian consent.
You have the legal authority to enter into these Terms on behalf of yourself or the entity you represent.
You will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms.

2. Description of Services

Career Advisory Services with mentorship and consultation.
Professional Development Resources including learning libraries and free tools.
Monetization of Thought Leadership through community contributions and educational content.
Community Building within a safe, respectful, professional environment.
Content Moderation to ensure high-quality, spam-free, career-focused interactions.

Certain features may require payment, registration, or adherence to additional policies.

3. User Registration and Account Security

Provide true, accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
Maintain the security of your account and promptly update information if changes occur.
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account.
Notify support@careernetwork.co immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach.

CareerNetwork.co reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate any account at its sole discretion.

4. Code of Conduct

Abide by all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Treat others respectfully and professionally.
Not engage in spam, fraud, harassment, discrimination, hate speech, illegal activity, or any harmful behavior.
Only use CareerNetwork.co for legitimate, non-fraudulent career purposes.

CareerNetwork.co may investigate and take appropriate legal action against violations.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of CareerNetwork.co is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

The collection, processing, and sharing of your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) where applicable.
The use of cookies and other tracking technologies.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

CareerNetwork.co and its licensors retain ownership of all intellectual property rights related to the Website, App, Services, and content (including but not limited to text, images, logos, videos, and software).

User-Generated Content:

You retain ownership of content you submit but grant CareerNetwork.co a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive, transferable, sublicensable license to use, distribute, modify, display, perform, and promote your content in connection with the Services.

You are solely responsible for the content you upload, and you represent that you have all necessary rights to do so.

7. Content Moderation and Reporting

Users can report violations through the platform or via support@careernetwork.co.
We commit to reviewing reports within 48 hours and to removing unlawful or harmful content.
You may appeal moderation decisions within 7 calendar days.
Repeated or serious violations may lead to account suspension or permanent removal.

We comply with the EU Digital Services Act (DSA) and other content moderation transparency requirements.

8. Professional Services and Trader Disclosures

You must clearly disclose your professional or commercial capacity if you offer commercial goods, services, or professional advice through the platform.
You are responsible for compliance with all applicable consumer protection laws, including EU Consumer Rights Directive if you operate within Europe.

CareerNetwork.co may verify profiles marked as commercial or Trader accounts.

9. AI and Algorithmic Transparency

You may adjust personalization settings or opt out where possible.
Sponsored or promoted content will be clearly labeled.
We conduct regular audits to minimize algorithmic bias and ensure fairness.

CareerNetwork.co uses algorithms, including AI, to enhance user experience (e.g., mentorship matching, job recommendations).

10. Advertising and Sponsored Content

Sponsored advertisements, posts, or services will be clearly identified.
CareerNetwork.co does not sell users' personal data without explicit consent.
You will have access to information explaining why specific ads or recommendations are shown.

11. Protection of Minors

CareerNetwork.co is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age without verified parental consent.
We do not knowingly collect or sell personal data from minors.
Targeted advertising to minors is prohibited.
Enhanced security and privacy measures apply to accounts registered by minors (where allowed).

12. Emergency and Crisis Response

CareerNetwork.co reserves the right to implement emergency measures during:

Cybersecurity incidents.
Public health emergencies.
Major operational disruptions.

We may implement temporary changes to Services, content moderation, or user verification protocols during emergencies. We will notify users of major emergency changes as reasonably possible.

13. Termination, Suspension, and Account Deletion

CareerNetwork.co may terminate or suspend your account if:

You breach these Terms.
Required by law or regulatory action.
Your activities harm or threaten platform security, integrity, or other users.

You may request voluntary account deletion by contacting support@careernetwork.co. Upon termination, your rights to use the Services will cease immediately, but certain obligations (e.g., licenses granted, disclaimers) will survive termination.

14. Third-Party Services and Links

CareerNetwork.co may provide access to third-party websites, products, or services. We do not endorse or control third-party content. Your dealings with third parties are solely between you and the third party, governed by their own terms and policies.

We encourage you to review third-party policies carefully.

15. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated at least 15 days in advance via email or site notice. Your continued use after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the Website, App, and Services.

16. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, USA, without regard to conflict of laws principles.

Dispute Resolution:

Any disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA).
Arbitration shall occur in Dallas, Texas.
You agree to waive the right to participate in class actions or class arbitrations.
You retain rights to bring complaints before regulatory agencies where permitted.

17. Export Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable export and sanctions laws, including U.S. Export Administration Regulations and OFAC sanctions programs. You may not use the Services if you are located in a restricted country or are on any restricted party lists.

18. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website, App, and Services are provided "as is" and "as available." CareerNetwork.co disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee uninterrupted, secure, or error-free operation.

19. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CareerNetwork.co shall not be liable for:

Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
Any loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill.

Our aggregate liability shall not exceed the greater of $100 USD or amounts paid by you in the past 12 months for the Services.

20. Contact Us

For legal notices, disputes, data rights inquiries, or general support:

CareerNetwork.co Support
Email: support@careernetwork.co

Thank you for using CareerNetwork.co. We are committed to empowering your career journey with transparency, integrity, and excellence.