Acceptable Use Policy

JobCompanion is designed to help genuine job seekers find and apply for jobs more effectively. To protect the integrity of the platform and the broader job search ecosystem, we prohibit certain activities that harm users, employers, or the platform itself.

This Acceptable Use Policy applies to all users of JobCompanion, including free and paid plan users, beta testers, and any automated systems accessing the platform.

The following activities are strictly prohibited on JobCompanion:

• Submitting mass, untargeted, or low-quality applications to employers without genuine interest
• Using the platform to send unsolicited messages or communications to employers or recruiters
• Creating multiple accounts to circumvent usage limits
• Using fake or fabricated identity information in job applications
• Submitting applications on behalf of other people without their explicit consent
• Generating and submitting applications at volumes designed to overwhelm employer systems

• Using automated tools, bots, or scripts to scrape job listings from the platform
• Extracting user data, employer data, or platform content for commercial purposes
• Reverse-engineering the platform's matching algorithms or AI models
• Accessing the platform's API endpoints without authorization
• Harvesting email addresses or contact information from job listings
• Copying platform content for redistribution or commercial use

• Attempting to bypass automation safety rules (CAPTCHA blocking, login wall detection, payment detection)
• Using automation features to apply to jobs you have no genuine interest in
• Configuring automation to circumvent employer bot-detection systems
• Using automation to submit applications containing false or misleading information
• Sharing automation credentials or workflows with unauthorized third parties
• Using the platform's automation infrastructure for purposes other than personal job applications

• Uploading files containing malware, viruses, or malicious code
• Uploading files designed to exploit vulnerabilities in our document processing pipeline
• Uploading content that infringes on third-party intellectual property rights
• Uploading content that is defamatory, harassing, or illegal
• Uploading files that are not genuine resumes or job-related documents
• Uploading files containing personal data of third parties without their consent

• Using the platform to facilitate identity theft or fraud
• Submitting job applications containing forged credentials, fake degrees, or fabricated work history
• Using the platform to violate employment discrimination laws
• Accessing the platform from jurisdictions where it is prohibited by law
• Using the platform to violate export control laws or sanctions
• Any activity that violates applicable local, national, or international law

We reserve the right to investigate suspected violations of this policy. Enforcement actions may include:

• Warning: A formal notice for minor or first-time violations
• Feature restriction: Limiting access to specific features
• Account suspension: Temporary suspension pending investigation
• Account termination: Permanent ban for serious or repeated violations
• Legal action: Referral to law enforcement for illegal activities
• Data preservation: Retaining relevant data for legal proceedings

We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of enforcement actions and provide an opportunity to appeal, except where immediate action is required to protect the platform or other users.

If you observe a violation of this policy or encounter suspicious activity, please report it to us at safety@jobcompanion.app or through our Contact & Grievance page.

Reports are reviewed by our safety team. We take all reports seriously and will investigate promptly. Reporter identity is kept confidential.