Terms of Service
Last updated: January 21, 2026
Welcome to Shortlisted. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Shortlisted website and services, a specialized sub-brand owned and operated by HireKarma Private Limited. By using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing Shortlisted, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and possess the legal authority to enter into this agreement. If you are using the platform on behalf of a company, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
2. Description of Service
Shortlisted provides an advanced recruitment and candidate evaluation platform designed to streamline the hiring process through assessments, skill verification, and job matching. We act as a bridge between talent and opportunity but do not guarantee employment or the selection of any candidate.
3. User Accounts
- Registration: You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account.
- Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. All activities occurring under your account are your responsibility.
- Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that provide false information or violate these Terms.
4. User Conduct & Content
Users agree not to:
- Post false, misleading, or defamatory information.
- Use the platform for any illegal purpose or to transmit malware.
- Attempt to scrape data or bypass any security measures of the platform.
- Impersonate any person or entity, including HireKarma employees.
5. Intellectual Property
All content, trademarks, logos, and software associated with Shortlisted are the exclusive property of HireKarma Private Limited. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to use the platform for its intended recruitment purposes. You may not reproduce or distribute our intellectual property without prior written consent.
6. Payments and Refunds
- Fees: Certain features of Shortlisted may require payment. All fees are clearly stated at the point of purchase.
- Processing: Payments are handled via secure third-party gateways.
- Refunds: Refund policies are governed by the specific service level agreement selected at the time of purchase. Generally, fees for completed assessments or job postings are non-refundable.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Shortlisted and HireKarma Private Limited shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use the service.
- Unauthorized access to your data.
- The conduct or content of any third party (employers or candidates) on the platform.
8. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., portfolio sites or external job boards). We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content or practices of these external sites.
9. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
10. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Significant changes will be notified via email or a prominent notice on our website. Continued use of Shortlisted after updates constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding these Terms, please contact:
- Email: info@hirekarma.in
- Address: Room No: 109, 1st Floor, Tower A, O-HUB, Bhubaneswar
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