Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the CadetX platform at www.cadetx.co.uk, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, you must not use our platform. These Terms apply to all users: students, companies, and university partners.

2. About CadetX

CadetX Ltd operates an online talent platform that connects pre-trained junior data professionals with hiring companies, and partners with universities to support student career outcomes. CadetX is registered in England and Wales.

3. Eligibility

To use CadetX you must: be at least 16 years of age, have legal capacity, provide accurate registration information, and not be prohibited by law.

4. User Accounts

You are responsible for: maintaining credentials, all activity under your account, and notifying us of unauthorized access. We reserve the right to suspend accounts that violate these Terms.

5. Student Terms

5.1 Platform Use

Students may use the CadetX platform for training, internships, and job matching. You agree to provide accurate profiles and engage seriously with projects.

5.2 Candidate Profile

You grant CadetX permission to share your anonymised profile with potential hiring companies. You may withdraw this consent at any time.

6. Company Terms

6.1 Hiring Services

Companies agree to use candidate data solely for recruitment, protect data from third parties, and comply with UK employment law and the Equality Act 2010.

6.2 Fees & Payment

Fees are agreed separately. All fees are exclusive of VAT. Payment terms are as specified in your individual service agreement.

7. University Partner Terms

Universities agree to: enter into a formal Data Sharing Agreement, nominate a designated contact, and use placement data only for agreed academic purposes.

8. Prohibited Conduct

You must not: use the platform for fraud, upload plagiarised content, attempt unauthorized access, scrape data, harass users, or use automated systems without consent.

9. Intellectual Property

All platform materials are the property of CadetX Ltd. You retain ownership of content you submit (CVs, portfolios) but grant us a non-exclusive licence to use it for our services.

10. Disclaimers

CadetX provides its platform on an 'as is' basis. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, employment outcomes, or suitable candidate matches.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, CadetX Ltd shall not be liable for indirect or consequential damages. Total liability shall not exceed the amount paid in the preceding 12 months.

12. Termination

We may suspend access immediately if you breach these Terms. You may close your account at any time by contacting us.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified to registered users. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

15. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact CadetX Ltd at legal@cadetx.co.uk.