Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Midnight Careers. By accessing or using our website at midnightcareers.com (the "Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Platform.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Midnight Careers. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

2. Description of Service

Midnight Careers is the UK's first dedicated job board exclusively for night shift positions. We provide:

• A platform for employers to post night shift job listings
• Tools for job seekers to search, save, and apply for night shift positions
• Profile management for both job seekers and employers
• Communication tools for the application process
• Resources and calculators related to night shift work

Midnight Careers acts as an intermediary platform and is not an employer or recruiter. We do not make hiring decisions and are not responsible for employment outcomes.

3. User Accounts

Account Registration

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

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

Account Types

We offer different account types:

• Job Seeker Accounts: For individuals seeking night shift employment
• Employer Accounts: For companies posting night shift job listings

Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years old to use our Platform. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Post false, misleading, or fraudulent job listings or applications
• Discriminate based on protected characteristics in job postings or hiring
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Use the Platform for any illegal purpose
• Scrape, data mine, or use automated tools to collect information from the Platform
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Post spam, advertisements, or solicitations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Impersonate another person or entity
• Upload viruses, malware, or harmful code

Job Seeker Responsibilities

If you are a job seeker, you agree to:

• Provide truthful and accurate information in your profile and applications
• Only apply for positions you are genuinely interested in and qualified for
• Respect employer communications and respond professionally
• Not share login credentials with others

Employer Responsibilities

If you are an employer, you agree to:

• Post only genuine night shift job opportunities
• Provide accurate job descriptions, requirements, and compensation details
• Comply with all employment laws and regulations
• Not discriminate in your hiring practices
• Handle applicant data in compliance with data protection laws
• Only post jobs for positions you are authorized to recruit for

5. Job Listings and Applications

Job Posting

Employers may post job listings on our Platform. We reserve the right to:

• Review and approve or reject job listings
• Remove job listings that violate these Terms
• Edit job listings for clarity or compliance
• Set limits on the number or duration of job postings

Job Applications

When you apply for a job through our Platform:

• Your application and profile information will be shared with the employer
• We are not responsible for employer hiring decisions or communications
• Employment contracts are between you and the employer, not Midnight Careers
• We do not guarantee job interviews or employment offers

6. Reviews and User Content

Users may submit reviews of companies and other content. By submitting content, you:

• Grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
• Represent that you own the content or have permission to share it
• Agree that reviews must be honest, based on personal experience, and not defamatory
• Understand that we may moderate, edit, or remove content at our discretion

All reviews are subject to admin approval before publication to ensure compliance with our community standards.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the Platform, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and design, is the property of Midnight Careers or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without express written permission.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

By using our Platform, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy and acknowledge that we comply with UK GDPR and data protection regulations.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Platform Provided "As Is"

The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Platform's operation, availability, accuracy, or reliability.

No Guarantee of Results

We do not guarantee that:

• Job seekers will receive interviews or job offers
• Employers will receive qualified applicants
• Job listings are accurate or current
• The Platform will be uninterrupted or error-free

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Midnight Careers shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Conduct of users or third parties on the Platform
• Employment decisions made by employers
• Content posted by users

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Midnight Careers, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Platform
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any laws or third-party rights
• Content you submit to the Platform

11. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abusive behavior toward other users
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Any other reason at our sole discretion

You may delete your account at any time through your account settings. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of these external sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Before initiating legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us at legal@midnightcareers.com to attempt to resolve the matter informally.

14. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Platform or sending an email. Your continued use of the Platform after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

15. Severability

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

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Midnight Careers regarding your use of the Platform.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: