Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 31, 2025

Welcome to ApplicantMatchAI. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our resume-LinkedIn comparison service available at applicantmatchai.com (the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing the API, or using any part of our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement to use this Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

3. Account Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To use the Service, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information. You may register using an email and password or through Google OAuth.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or use of your account.

3.3 Account Accuracy

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

4. Service Description

ApplicantMatchAI provides an AI-powered service that compares resumes against LinkedIn profiles to detect discrepancies and verify candidate claims. The Service:

  • Accepts resume uploads (PDF, DOC, DOCX, TXT) and LinkedIn PDF exports
  • Processes files using AI and machine learning technologies
  • Returns structured comparison data including match scores and discrepancy flags
  • Does not store uploaded files after processing (only comparison results are retained for 90 days)
  • Operates on a pay-per-use basis ($0.25 per comparison)

5. API Usage and Restrictions

5.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Service to:

  • Compare resumes against LinkedIn profiles for legitimate hiring and verification purposes
  • Integrate the API into your applications and services
  • Process candidate data on behalf of your clients or organization

5.2 Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service
  • Access the Service through automated means (bots, scrapers) except through the API
  • Overload, spam, or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Upload malicious files, viruses, or harmful code
  • Resell or redistribute the Service without written permission
  • Use the Service to violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Process candidate data without proper consent or legal basis

5.3 Rate Limits

We may impose rate limits on API usage to ensure fair access and service quality. Excessive usage may result in temporary suspension or additional fees.

6. Payment and Pricing

6.1 Pay-Per-Use Model

The Service operates on a pay-per-use basis. Each comparison costs $0.25, deducted from your account balance.

6.2 Account Balance

You must maintain a positive account balance to use the Service. New accounts receive $5.00 in free credits. You may add funds at any time through our payment processor (Stripe).

6.3 Payment Processing

All payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store credit card information. By adding funds, you authorize us to charge your payment method.

6.4 No Refunds

All purchases are final and non-refundable. Account balance credits do not expire and can be used at any time.

6.5 Pricing Changes

We reserve the right to modify pricing at any time. Changes will be communicated via email and will not affect existing account balances.

6.6 Minimum Payment

The minimum payment amount to add funds is $10.00.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Rights

All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to software, text, graphics, logos, and APIs, are owned by ApplicantMatchAI and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Your Data

You retain all rights to the resume files you upload and the data extracted from them. By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to process your files solely for the purpose of providing the Service.

7.3 Feedback

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the Service, you grant us the right to use such feedback without any obligation or compensation to you.

8. Data Processing and Privacy

8.1 Uploaded Files

Resume and LinkedIn PDF files uploaded to the Service are processed in real-time and are not stored on our servers. Files are immediately deleted after processing.

8.2 Comparison Results

Structured comparison results (candidate names, match scores, discrepancy flags, and extracted data points) are retained for 90 days to allow you to review past comparisons. Original documents are never stored.

8.3 Metadata

We collect and store metadata about each comparison request, including file types, processing time, and success/failure status. This data is used for billing, analytics, and service improvement.

8.4 Privacy Policy

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

8.5 Data Compliance

You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Service complies with all applicable data protection laws, including obtaining necessary consents from candidates before processing their data.

9. Service Availability

9.1 Uptime

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the Service. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control.

9.2 Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time with or without notice.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
  • Guarantees that the Service will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted
  • Guarantees regarding the accuracy or completeness of parsed data

You acknowledge that AI-powered comparison may produce errors or inaccuracies, and you are responsible for verifying all results before making hiring decisions.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, APPLICANTMATCHAI AND ITS AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
  • Business interruption or costs of substitute services
  • Errors or inaccuracies in comparison data

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR $100, WHICHEVER IS LESS.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ApplicantMatchAI and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the Service
  • Violation of these Terms
  • Violation of any third-party rights
  • Processing candidate data without proper consent

13. Termination

13.1 By You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, you will forfeit any remaining account balance.

13.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service immediately, without notice, for any reason, including:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Non-payment or abuse of the Service
  • Inactivity for an extended period

14. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through the Service. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except where prohibited by law.

17. Severability

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

18. Entire Agreement

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

19. Contact Us

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

support [at] applicantmatchai [dot] com