Terms & Conditions

Introduction

Welcome to Jobtopia. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website at jobtopia.mt ("Website") and the services we provide. By accessing our Website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our Website or services.

Jobtopia is a job board platform based in Malta, connecting job seekers with employers. Companies pay to post job vacancies, while job seekers can browse and apply for positions free of charge.

Definitions

Throughout these Terms, the following definitions apply:

"We", "Us", "Our", or "Jobtopia" refers to Jobtopia, the company operating this Website and platform.
"You" or "Your" refers to any individual or entity accessing our Website or using our services.
"Job Seeker" refers to individuals using our platform to search for employment opportunities.
"Employer" or "Company" refers to organizations or individuals using our platform to post job vacancies.
"Services" refers to all services provided through the Jobtopia platform, including job posting, job searching, and application management.
"Content" refers to any information, text, images, or materials uploaded or submitted to our platform.

Account Registration

To access certain features of our platform, you must create an account. When registering, you agree to:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
Keep your password confidential and secure
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent or harmful activities.

Website Use

Permitted Use

You may use our Website for lawful purposes only. Job seekers may use the platform to search for jobs and submit applications. Employers may use the platform to post vacancies and review applications.

Prohibited Activities

When using our Website, you agree not to:

Post false, misleading, or fraudulent job listings or applications
Use the platform for any illegal purpose or to discriminate unlawfully
Harvest or collect user information without consent
Post content that is offensive, defamatory, or infringes on others' rights
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts
Use automated systems to extract data from our Website (scraping)
Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of our platform
Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful data
Use our platform to send unsolicited communications or spam
Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation

Terms for Job Seekers

As a job seeker using our platform, you agree to:

Provide accurate information in your profile and applications
Only apply for positions you are genuinely interested in and qualified for
Respect the confidentiality of information shared by employers
Communicate professionally with potential employers

CV and Application Content: You are solely responsible for the content of your CV and applications. Ensure all information is accurate and that you have the right to share any materials you upload.

No Employment Guarantee: Jobtopia is a platform that facilitates connections between job seekers and employers. We do not guarantee that you will receive job offers or employment through our platform.

Terms for Employers

As an employer using our platform, you agree to:

Post only genuine job opportunities that you have authority to fill
Provide accurate and complete information about positions and your company
Comply with all applicable employment laws and regulations
Not discriminate against applicants based on protected characteristics
Handle applicant data in accordance with GDPR and applicable privacy laws
Respond to applications in a reasonable and professional manner

Job Posting Guidelines

All job postings must:

Describe a real, currently available position
Include accurate information about role, requirements, and compensation (where applicable)
Not require payment from applicants for any reason
Not be for multi-level marketing or commission-only positions without clear disclosure
Comply with all applicable laws regarding job advertisements

We reserve the right to remove any job posting that violates these guidelines or our Terms without refund.

Payment and Fees

Companies pay to post job vacancies on our platform. Pricing and payment terms are as specified on our pricing page. All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated or required by law.

Intellectual Property Rights

Platform Content

All content on our Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Jobtopia or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our Website content without our express written permission.

User Content

You retain ownership of content you submit to our platform (such as CVs, job postings, and company profiles). By submitting content, you grant Jobtopia a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute such content solely for the purpose of operating and improving our platform.

Third-party Content

Our platform may display content from third parties, including job postings and company information. We are not responsible for the accuracy or legality of third-party content.

Disclaimers

Platform Disclaimer

Our platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

Uninterrupted or error-free access to our platform
The accuracy or completeness of job listings or user profiles
The quality, legality, or safety of jobs posted on our platform
The conduct or reliability of any users on our platform
Fitness for a particular purpose

No Employment Relationship

Jobtopia is not an employment agency and does not act as an employer or employee representative. We do not screen, verify, or endorse any job seekers or employers. Any hiring decisions are made solely between the parties involved, and Jobtopia bears no responsibility for the outcome of any employment relationship.

Verification of Information

While we encourage accurate information, we do not verify the accuracy of job listings, company information, or applicant credentials. Users are responsible for conducting their own due diligence.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:

Exclusion of Consequential Damages: We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities.
Liability Cap: Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to our services shall not exceed the fees paid by you (if any) in the twelve months preceding the claim.

We shall not be liable for:

Actions or conduct of other users on our platform
Content posted by users, including job listings and applications
Any employment decisions or outcomes resulting from use of our platform
Failures or interruptions of third-party services
Circumstances beyond our reasonable control

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by applicable law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Jobtopia and its directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses arising from:

Your use of our platform in violation of these Terms
Content you submit that infringes any third-party rights
Your breach of these Terms
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
Any dispute between you and another user of our platform

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our platform at any time, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms, is harmful to other users, or is otherwise inappropriate.

You may close your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination:

Your access to the platform will be disabled
Any active job postings will be removed
We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes

Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malta, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

In the event of any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or our services, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within 30 days, it shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Malta.

General Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Jobtopia regarding your use of our platform and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on our Website with a revised "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our platform after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

Email: info@jobtopia.mt
Location: Malta