1. Introduction
Welcome to WorkLynQ.
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the WorkLynQ website, mobile applications, products, services, communications, and related platforms (collectively, the "Platform") operated by WorkLynQ Africa Limited ("WorkLynQ," "we," "us," or "our").
By accessing, browsing, registering for, or using the Platform, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use the Platform.
2. About WorkLynQ
WorkLynQ is a technology-enabled recruitment, hiring, talent discovery, and professional networking platform designed to connect employers, recruiters, and job seekers through AI-powered matching, verification systems, and employment-related services.
WorkLynQ acts solely as an intermediary platform and does not act as an employer, employee, recruitment agency, labor contractor, or guarantor of employment outcomes.
3. Eligibility
You may only use the Platform if:
- You are at least 18 years old;
- You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements;
- You provide accurate and truthful information;
- Your use of the Platform complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
WorkLynQ reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that fail to meet these requirements.
4. User Accounts
To access certain services, users may be required to create an account.
You agree to:
- Provide accurate information;
- Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials;
- Keep your account information updated;
- Accept responsibility for activities occurring under your account.
WorkLynQ may suspend, restrict, or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
5. Services
WorkLynQ may provide:
- Job discovery and employment opportunities;
- AI-powered candidate and employer matching;
- Recruitment marketplace services;
- Employer and recruiter tools;
- Identity verification services;
- Qualification verification services;
- Messaging and communication features;
- Subscription services;
- Talent discovery tools;
- Analytics and hiring insights;
- Additional employment-related services introduced in the future.
Services may change, expand, or be discontinued at any time.
6. AI-Powered Matching and Recommendations
WorkLynQ utilizes artificial intelligence, algorithms, automation systems, and machine learning technologies to:
- Recommend jobs;
- Recommend candidates;
- Rank profiles;
- Suggest matches;
- Generate hiring insights.
These recommendations are informational only.
WorkLynQ does not guarantee:
- Employment;
- Interviews;
- Hiring decisions;
- Recruitment outcomes;
- Candidate suitability.
Users acknowledge that AI-generated recommendations may not always be accurate, complete, or suitable.
7. Verification Services
WorkLynQ may offer identity and qualification verification services through approved third-party verification providers.
Verification does not constitute a guarantee of:
- Character;
- Professional conduct;
- Future performance;
- Competence;
- Employability.
Employers remain responsible for conducting their own hiring assessments and due diligence.
8. Employer Responsibilities
Employers agree to:
- Provide truthful job information;
- Comply with employment laws;
- Avoid discriminatory hiring practices;
- Respect candidate privacy;
- Use Platform information solely for legitimate recruitment purposes.
Employers may not post fraudulent, misleading, unlawful, or deceptive opportunities.
9. Job Seeker Responsibilities
Job seekers agree to:
- Provide accurate information;
- Submit truthful qualifications and credentials;
- Avoid impersonation;
- Respect employer confidentiality;
- Use the Platform lawfully.
False qualifications, forged credentials, or misleading representations may result in immediate account termination.
10. User Content
Users retain ownership of content they upload, including:
- Resumes;
- Portfolios;
- Employment history;
- Company information;
- Profile details;
- Documents and communications.
By submitting content, you grant WorkLynQ a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, process, display, analyze, and use such content solely for operating, improving, and delivering Platform services.
11. Messaging and Communications
The Platform may provide communication tools enabling interactions between:
- Employers;
- Recruiters;
- Job seekers.
Users are responsible for their communications.
WorkLynQ is not responsible for statements, promises, offers, or agreements exchanged between users.
12. Subscriptions and Paid Services
WorkLynQ may offer free and paid subscription plans.
Subscription fees, billing terms, pricing, and renewal conditions will be disclosed before purchase.
Failure to pay applicable fees may result in suspension or termination of paid features.
Unless required by law, fees are non-refundable.
13. Prohibited Conduct
Users may not:
- Create fake accounts;
- Misrepresent identity;
- Upload false qualifications;
- Harass other users;
- Discriminate unlawfully;
- Send spam;
- Scrape Platform data;
- Reverse engineer Platform systems;
- Circumvent security measures;
- Use automated bots without authorization;
- Interfere with Platform operations;
- Violate applicable laws.
WorkLynQ reserves the right to remove content and terminate accounts for violations.
14. Intellectual Property
All Platform software, trademarks, branding, logos, designs, content, and technology remain the exclusive property of WorkLynQ Africa Limited or its licensors.
No rights are granted except as expressly stated in these Terms.
15. Privacy
Use of the Platform is also governed by the WorkLynQ Privacy Policy.
By using the Platform, users consent to the collection, processing, and storage of information necessary to provide services.
16. No Employment Guarantee
WorkLynQ does not guarantee:
- Employment;
- Interviews;
- Job offers;
- Candidate placement;
- Recruitment success;
- Employer hiring decisions.
WorkLynQ merely facilitates connections between users.
17. Third-Party Services
The Platform may integrate with third-party providers including:
- Identity verification providers;
- Qualification verification providers;
- Payment processors;
- Communication services;
- Analytics providers.
WorkLynQ is not responsible for third-party services or their actions.
18. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
WorkLynQ makes no warranties regarding:
- Availability;
- Reliability;
- Accuracy;
- Suitability;
- Security;
- Uninterrupted access.
Use of the Platform is at your own risk.
19. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, WorkLynQ Africa Limited shall not be liable for:
- Indirect damages;
- Consequential damages;
- Lost profits;
- Lost opportunities;
- Hiring decisions;
- Employment disputes;
- User misconduct;
- Third-party actions.
The total liability of WorkLynQ shall not exceed the amount paid by the user to WorkLynQ during the twelve months preceding the claim.
20. Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless WorkLynQ Africa Limited, its officers, directors, employees, affiliates, and partners against claims arising from:
- User content;
- Platform misuse;
- Violation of these Terms;
- Violation of applicable laws.
21. Suspension and Termination
WorkLynQ may suspend or terminate accounts at its discretion where users:
- Violate these Terms;
- Engage in fraud;
- Present security risks;
- Harm other users or the Platform.
22. Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising from these Terms shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiation.
If unresolved, the dispute shall be submitted to arbitration in Nigeria.
Where arbitration does not fully resolve the dispute, the parties may pursue remedies through courts of competent jurisdiction in Nigeria.
23. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
24. Future Expansion
WorkLynQ may expand its services throughout Africa and other regions. Continued use of the Platform following such expansion constitutes acceptance of any updated Terms.
25. Changes to These Terms
WorkLynQ may update these Terms at any time.
Material changes will be communicated through the Platform or other reasonable means.
Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
26. Contact Information
For legal inquiries, complaints, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact us using the email above.
