Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of ApplyNowly (the "Site"), operated by ApplyNowly("we", "us", or "our"), located in Toronto, ON, Canada.

By creating an account, accessing our website, or using any of our services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

2. Eligibility

To use ApplyNowly, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction
• Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• Not be prohibited from using the Site under applicable law
• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration

3. Account Registration and Security

3.1 Creating an Account

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information
• Maintain and promptly update account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Immediately notify us of any unauthorized access to your account
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

3.2 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if:

• You violate these Terms
• You provide false or misleading information
• Your account is inactive for more than 24 months
• We believe your account poses a security risk

4. Use of Services

4.1 Permitted Use

ApplyNowly provides a platform to:

• Search for job opportunities in Canada
• Create and manage your professional profile
• Apply for job postings published by employers
• Receive alerts and notifications about job opportunities
• Access career resources and advice

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

5. User Content

5.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you submit (resumes, cover letters, profiles). By submitting content, you grant us:

• A worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, store, and display your content
• Permission to share your application materials with employers when you apply for jobs
• The right to use aggregated, anonymized data for analytics and service improvement

5.2 Content Standards

All content you submit must:

• Be accurate, truthful, and not misleading
• Not infringe on third-party intellectual property rights
• Not contain illegal, harmful, or offensive materials
• Not contain personal information of others without consent

6. Job Postings and Applications

6.1 Job Listings

We aggregate job postings from various sources. While we strive for accuracy, we do not:

• Guarantee the accuracy, quality, or legality of job postings
• Endorse any specific employer or employment opportunity
• Control the recruitment process or hiring decisions
• Guarantee that you will be hired for any position

6.2 Application Process

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Our Content

All content on ApplyNowly, including but not limited to:

• Website design, layout, and interface
• Text, graphics, logos, images, and videos
• Software, code, and functionality
• Trademarks, service marks, and trade names

...is owned by ApplyNowly or our licensors and is protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

7.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit any part of the Site without written permission.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

ApplyNowly may contain links to third-party websites, job boards, and services. We:

• Do not control or endorse third-party websites
• Are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms
• Recommend reviewing their policies before using their services

Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and them. We are not responsible for any loss or damage resulting from such interactions.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

9.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Canadian law, ApplyNowly and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Business interruption or loss of goodwill
• Any damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Site
• Actions or omissions of third parties (employers, job seekers, service providers)

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ApplyNowly and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
• Your content or materials submitted to the Site

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.2 Jurisdiction

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from or related to these Terms shall be conducted exclusively in the courts located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

11.3 Dispute Resolution

Before initiating any legal proceeding, you agree to:

1. Contact us at info@applynowly.com to attempt informal resolution
2. Provide a detailed description of the dispute and your contact information
3. Allow us 30 days to respond and attempt to resolve the issue

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Significant changes will be announced via email or site notification
• Continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance

We recommend periodically reviewing these Terms to stay informed of any updates.

13. Termination

13.1 By You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at info@applynowly.com or through account settings. Upon termination, your access to the Site will be revoked.

13.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your account immediately, without notice, if:

• You violate these Terms
• Your account poses a security risk
• We are required to do so by law
• We discontinue operation of the Site or services

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Site ceases immediately. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (including warranties, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and governing law) will remain in effect.

14. Miscellaneous

15. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or comments regarding these Terms of Service: