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Terms & Conditions – Hector Talent Platform

Effective Date: January 20, 2026
Last Updated: January 20, 2026


Service Provider:
Talent Journey
NIPC: 518824799
Address: RUA DA BALDRUFA, 239 2º FRAÇÃO T, Ponte de Lima, Portugal
Email: support@talentjourney.tech


These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Hector platform ("Hector" or the "Service").

By creating an account or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.


1. About Hector

Hector is an AI-powered talent discovery and job opportunity introduction platform. It allows individuals seeking work ("Talent" or "you") to create a profile, be matched with relevant opportunities, and be introduced to hiring companies.

Important Disclaimers:

Hector does not guarantee:

  • Employment, job offers, or interviews
  • Any specific hiring outcome
  • The number or timing of job matches
  • Success in your job search

All hiring decisions are made solely by the companies. Hector's role is limited to facilitating introductions.

Beta Status:
The Service is currently offered in Beta, meaning performance, reliability, and features may change without notice.


2. Eligibility

You must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • Provide accurate, truthful, and up-to-date information
  • Use the platform only for personal job-seeking purposes

3. Your Responsibilities

3.1 Accuracy Requirement

You must provide accurate and truthful information at all times. Providing false, misleading, or fraudulent information may result in:

  • Immediate account termination
  • Permanent ban from the platform
  • Potential legal consequences

We may verify information you provide and may request supporting documentation.

3.2 Keeping Information Updated

You must update your profile when your circumstances change, including:

  • Employment status (mark yourself unavailable if you accept a position)
  • Skills and qualifications
  • Availability and job preferences
  • Contact information

You can update information through your profile settings or by requesting a conversation with Hector.

3.3 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Provide false, misleading, or incomplete information
  • Misuse or interfere with the platform
  • Scrape, extract, copy, reverse engineer, or replicate the Service
  • Harass, abuse, or spam other users, companies, or our team
  • Attempt to access or manipulate our algorithms or technology
  • Use the platform for any unlawful purpose

We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.


4. How Matching Works

Hector uses proprietary AI technology to analyze your profile and match it with relevant job opportunities based on compatibility factors.

When a potential match is identified, you'll receive a notification. You can choose to accept or decline the opportunity.

No Guarantees:
We make no guarantees about the number, quality, or timing of matches. Results depend on various factors including your profile, market conditions, and opportunity availability.


5. Introductions to Companies

When you accept a match opportunity, you authorize us to share relevant parts of your profile with the hiring company.

What you should know:

  • We facilitate introductions only; we don't control company decisions
  • Companies decide whether to interview, move forward, or hire
  • We are not responsible for company actions, communication, timelines, or outcomes
  • You must respond to match opportunities within 72 hours or the match will be removed to maintain platform quality

6. Multiple Opportunities & No Exclusivity

You are free to:

  • Use other job platforms simultaneously
  • Apply to jobs outside Hector
  • Work with recruitment agencies
  • Interview with multiple companies at once
  • Pursue any opportunities from any source

There is no exclusivity requirement. However, please update your profile status if you accept a position to avoid wasting companies' time.


7. International Opportunities & Relocation

Hector may match you with opportunities in different countries. If you're hired for an international position requiring relocation, you may be eligible for relocation support through Talent Journey's relocation platform.

In such cases:

  • Your Hector profile data will be transferred to Talent Journey (with your consent)
  • Separate Talent Journey Terms & Conditions will apply
  • Relocation services are provided under separate agreements

8. Subscription and Payment

8.1 Subscription Required

Access to Hector's AI career assistance features requires a paid subscription.

Current pricing: €10 per month

Pricing is available at hectorheadhunter.com/pricing.

8.2 Payment Processing

Payments are processed securely through Stripe. By subscribing, you agree to Stripe's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

8.3 Billing

  • Subscriptions are billed monthly in advance
  • Your subscription automatically renews until cancelled
  • You can manage your subscription through the Stripe Customer Portal accessible from your account settings

8.4 Cancellation

  • You may cancel your subscription at any time through the Stripe Customer Portal
  • Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period
  • You retain access to paid features until your subscription period ends

8.5 Refunds

No refunds are provided. All subscription payments are non-refundable. When you cancel, you retain access until the end of your current billing period, but no refunds or credits will be issued for partial months or unused time.

8.6 Price Changes

We may change subscription pricing with at least 30 days' notice via email. Continued use after the notice period constitutes acceptance of new pricing. If you don't agree, you may cancel before new pricing takes effect.

8.7 Free Trial or Promotional Offers

We may occasionally offer free trials or promotional pricing. These offers are subject to separate terms disclosed at the time of the offer.


9. Your Data & Privacy

Your personal data is processed to operate the platform and facilitate job introductions.

Key Points:

  • We are the data controller for your profile information
  • Processing details are in our Privacy Policy (available at /privacy)
  • You have rights under GDPR including access, correction, deletion, and portability
  • You can exercise these rights by contacting privacy@talentjourney.tech
  • Companies receiving your profile become data controllers for that data
  • You can withdraw consent for data processing, but this may limit our ability to provide services

Your Rights Summary:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your account and data
  • Object to certain processing
  • Receive your data in portable format
  • Lodge complaints with Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD)

For complete details, see our Privacy Policy.


10. Ownership & Intellectual Property

All technology, systems, algorithms, design, methods, branding, and content related to Hector are the exclusive property of Talent Journey.

You receive a limited, non-transferable, revocable license to use the platform solely for personal job-seeking purposes.

Our technology is proprietary and confidential. You may not reverse engineer, copy, or attempt to replicate any aspect of the Service.


11. Beta Status & Service Disclaimer

Hector is provided in Beta status and may contain errors, interruptions, delays, or other issues.

We do not warrant:

  • Uninterrupted or error-free service
  • Accuracy or availability of job opportunities
  • Any employment-related result or outcome
  • That the Service will meet your specific expectations
  • Compatibility with all devices or systems

The Service is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind.


12. Limitation of Liability

Because the Service is provided in Beta and is an AI-powered job matching service (not an employment guarantee), we limit liability to the maximum extent permitted by law.

We are NOT liable for:

  • Job search outcomes or results
  • Actions or decisions of companies
  • Lost job opportunities
  • Service interruptions, errors, or unavailability
  • Inaccurate or outdated job information
  • Company treatment of candidates
  • Any indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

Exceptions:
Under Portuguese and EU law, liability cannot be excluded for:

  • Intentional wrongdoing or fraud by us
  • Gross negligence by us
  • Your data protection rights (GDPR violations)
  • Personal injury or death caused by us

For these narrow exceptions where liability cannot legally be excluded, our liability is capped at the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim, or €100 (one hundred euros), whichever is greater.


13. Account Termination

13.1 Your Right to Delete

You may delete your account at any time through account settings or by contacting us.

Your data will be deleted within 90 days in accordance with our Privacy Policy (except data we're legally required to retain).

13.2 Our Right to Terminate

We may suspend or terminate accounts that:

  • Violate these Terms
  • Provide false or fraudulent information
  • Harm the platform or other users
  • Engage in prohibited activities
  • Abuse the Service

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • You lose access to your account
  • Pending matches may be cancelled
  • Your data will be handled per our retention policy

13.4 Subscription and Termination

  • Upon account deletion, any active subscription is cancelled
  • No refunds are provided for unused subscription time
  • You retain access to paid features until your current billing period ends

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to:

  • Improve services or add features
  • Comply with legal requirements
  • Clarify rights and obligations

Notification:
If we make significant changes, we'll notify you via email or through the Service at least 30 days before changes take effect.

Your Options:

  • Continued use after notification = acceptance of new Terms
  • If you don't agree, you may delete your account within 30 days

15. General Provisions

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service.

15.2 Severability

If any provision is invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

15.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision doesn't constitute a waiver of that provision.

15.4 Assignment

You may not transfer your account. We may assign our rights with notice to you.

15.5 Language

These Terms are in English. If translated, the English version prevails in case of discrepancies.


16. Governing Law & Disputes

Governing Law:
These Terms are governed by Portuguese law, excluding conflicts of law rules and the CISG.

Jurisdiction:
Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively by the courts of Ponte de Lima, Portugal.

Dispute Resolution:
Before legal action, we both agree to attempt good faith negotiations for 30 days.


17. Contact Us

For Support or Questions:
Email: support@talentjourney.tech
Platform: Submit support request through your account

For Privacy/Data Requests:
Email: privacy@talentjourney.tech

For Complaints:
Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD)
Address: Av. D. Carlos I, 134, 1º, 1200-651 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone: +351 213 928 400
Email: geral@cnpd.pt

Business Address:
Talent Journey
RUA DA BALDRUFA, 239 2º FRAÇÃO T, Ponte de Lima, Portugal
NIPC: 518824799


Acceptance

By creating an account or using Hector, you confirm that:

✓ You have read and understood these Terms
✓ You agree to be bound by these Terms
✓ You understand there is no job guarantee
✓ You agree to the subscription fees and payment terms
✓ You authorize recurring monthly billing through Stripe
✓ You understand the Service is provided "as is" in Beta
✓ You will provide accurate information
✓ You accept the limitations of liability

If you do not agree, do not use Hector.


END OF TERMS & CONDITIONS


Effective Date: January 20, 2026
Version: 2.0


Quick Reminders:

Subscription required – €10/month billed via Stripe
Cancel anytime – Manage via Stripe Customer Portal
No refunds – Cancellation takes effect at end of billing period
Keep profile accurate – False info = permanent ban
Update availability – Mark unavailable when you accept a job
No exclusivity – Use other platforms freely
Be responsive – Reply to matches promptly
Beta service – Features may change

Good luck with your job search! 🚀