PEOPLE SPACE COMMUNITY GUIDELINES (PSCG)

Version 1.0 — Effective Date: 30th Nov 2025

These People Space Community Guidelines (“PSCG” or “Guidelines”) constitute a legally binding framework governing the conduct of all Employers, Job Seekers, Recruiters, Agencies, and Organizations (“Users”) who access or use the People Space Platform (“Platform”), including all services, applications, tools, and communication channels operated by People Space (“People Space,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

By accessing or using the Platform, all Users agree to comply with these Guidelines, including all referenced sections, clauses, and enforcement procedures. Violation of any part of the PSCG may result in temporary suspension, permanent suspension, account termination, data deletion, or legal escalation pursuant to Section 12.04 of this document.

SECTION 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS

1.01 — Scope of Applicability

The PSCG apply to all Users interacting with the Platform. This includes, but is not limited to:

(a) Employers posting jobs or projects

(b) Job Seekers applying for jobs

(d) Third-party service providers

(e) Any party communicating with another User through Platform systems

1.02 — Acceptance of Guidelines

By creating an account, accessing the Platform, or engaging with any People Space service, Users explicitly agree to be bound by these Guidelines pursuant to Section 1.03.

1.03 — Binding Effect

The PSCG shall have the same binding force as a contractual agreement. Continued Platform usage signifies continuous acceptance.

1.04 — Amendments

People Space reserves the right to modify or update the PSCG at any time. Users will be deemed to have accepted updates by continued use of the Platform after publication, pursuant to Section 11.02.

1.05 — Enforcement Authority

People Space retains full discretion to enforce these Guidelines, including investigating conduct, requesting additional verification, removing content, issuing penalties, and terminating accounts under Section 12.01.

SECTION 2 — USER ACCOUNT RESPONSIBILITIES

2.01 — Account Accuracy

Users must provide truthful, accurate, and up-to-date information during registration and throughout account usage. Misrepresentation constitutes a violation under Section 9.01.

2.02 — Identity Verification

People Space may request identity or business verification at any time. Failure to comply within the specified timeframe may result in suspension pursuant to Section 12.02.

2.03 — Account Security

Users are solely responsible for maintaining confidentiality of login credentials. Unauthorized access resulting from negligence may lead to penalties under Section 3.04.

2.04 — Multiple Accounts

Users may not create multiple accounts for the purpose of circumventing restrictions, duplicating job postings, or manipulating applications. Violations fall under Section 7.03.

2.05 — Account Transfers

Accounts may not be transferred, sold, rented, or shared beyond authorized personnel. Such actions violate Section 5.06 and may lead to termination under Section 12.03.

SECTION 3 — PROHIBITED CONDUCT

3.01 — Fraud and Misrepresentation

Users must not engage in any form of fraud, including false job postings, fake applications, falsified credentials, misleading company information, or deceptive activity.

3.02 — Impersonation

Impersonating another person or entity, including employers, job seekers, partners, agencies, or People Space staff, is strictly prohibited.

3.03 — Abuse of Communication Tools

Users must not:

(a) Spam other Users

(b) Send abusive, threatening, or harassing messages

(d) Attempt phishing or extortion tactics

Violations result in immediate restrictions pursuant to Section 12.01(b).

3.04 — Unauthorized Access

Attempts to hack, exploit, reverse engineer, or manipulate Platform systems are strictly prohibited. This includes unauthorized use of automation, bots, or scraping technologies.

3.05 — Illegal Activity

No User may use the Platform to promote or engage in illegal employment practices, fraud, human trafficking, discrimination, financial scams, or activities prohibited under international or local laws.

SECTION 4 — EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES

4.01 — Job Posting Standards

Employers must ensure:

(a) Job descriptions are accurate and complete

(b) Compensation details are truthful

(d) Posts do not promote discrimination as defined in Section 6.02

4.02 — Non-Discrimination

Employers must comply with global employment fairness standards. Discrimination based on gender, age, tribe, religion, sexuality, nationality, or disability is prohibited under Section 6.03.

4.03 — Payment & Compensation Integrity

Employers must not mislead job seekers about payment structure, compensation schedules, or benefits. Violations fall under Section 9.03.

4.04 — Prohibition of Scam Jobs

Unauthorized “registration fees,” “training payments,” “membership fees,” or requests for upfront money violate Section 4.04 and will result in immediate account termination under Section 12.01(c).

4.05 — Abuse of Hiring Power

Employers must not exploit job seekers for unpaid labor, forced internships, or misleading trials. Violations fall under Section 9.07.

SECTION 5 — JOB SEEKER RESPONSIBILITIES

5.01 — Accurate Information

Job Seekers must present truthful qualifications, skills, employment history, documents, and certifications.

5.02 — Application Integrity

Submitting repeated applications solely to manipulate system ranking or attention violates Section 5.02.

5.03 — Prohibited Conduct

Job Seekers may not:

(a) Apply for jobs they have no intention of accepting

(b) Harass employers with spam messages

(d) Abuse application systems to disrupt hiring worworkflows

5.04 — Trial Work

Job Seekers must not agree to unpaid or forced work that violates Section 4.05. Any attempt by an employer to request such activity must be reported under Section 10.03.

SECTION 6 — COMMUNITY STANDARDS

6.01 — Respect & Professionalism

Users must treat each other with respect in all interactions. Harassment, hate speech, and abusive behavior are prohibited under Section 3.03.

6.02 — Zero Tolerance for Discrimination

Any discriminatory behavior, including refusal to hire or communicate based on protected characteristics, violates Section 6.02 and may lead to account deletion.

6.03 — Data Handling & Privacy

Users must not share private information of others without consent. Violations fall under Section 8.03.

SECTION 7 — PLATFORM MISUSE

7.01 — Manipulation of Rankings or Algorithms

Users may not attempt to manipulate visibility rankings, application placement, or employer listings through automated systems or fraudulent tactics.

7.02 — Fake Reviews or Ratings

Posting fabricated reviews, endorsements, or testimonials violates Section 7.02.

7.03 — Circumventing Restrictions

Creating new accounts to bypass suspensions or limitations leads to permanent ban under Section 12.04.

SECTION 8 — DATA AND PRIVACY

8.01 — Data Protection Compliance

Users must comply with global data protection standards, including not mishandling or selling personal information.

8.02 — Unauthorized Data Harvesting

Scraping, exporting, selling, or distributing User data is prohibited under Section 8.02.

8.03 — Confidentiality

Employers and Job Seekers must maintain confidentiality of all shared materials, including resumes, documents, and interview content.

SECTION 9 — HONESTY & TRANSPARENCY REQUIREMENTS

9.01 — True Identity Requirements

All Users must operate using their real identity. Fake names, fake companies, or altered documents violate Section 9.01.

9.02 — Job Transparency

Employers must clearly disclose job nature, work conditions, schedule, location, and any special requirements.

9.03 — Compensation Transparency

Employers must disclose pay terms honestly. Misleading or ambiguous compensation violates Section 9.03.

SECTION 10 — REPORTING, INVESTIGATIONS & DISPUTES

10.01 — Reporting Violations

Users may report suspicious, fraudulent, or abusive conduct. People Space will investigate pursuant to Section 12.01.

10.02 — Internal Investigation

People Space may suspend accounts temporarily while conducting investigations.

10.03 — Protection of Reporters

Retaliation against a party who reported a violation is prohibited under Section 10.03.

SECTION 11 — UPDATES & MODIFICATIONS

11.01 — Revision Rights

People Space may revise these Guidelines at any time.

11.02 — Continued Usage

Continued use after updates signifies acceptance of revisions.

SECTION 12 — ENFORCEMENT & PENALTIES

12.01 — Types of Enforcement

People Space may apply any of the following:

(a) Warning notices

(b) Temporary suspension

(d) Account termination

(e) Content removal

(f) Data deletion

(g) Legal escalation if necnecessary

12.02 — Suspension

Accounts may be suspended pending verification, investigation, or correction of violations.

12.03 — Termination

Serious violations, including fraud, impersonation, or illegal activity, will result in permanent termination pursuant to Section 12.03.

12.04 — Permanent Ban

Users attempting to circumvent enforcement actions will face irreversible platform-wide bans.

SECTION 13 — DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION

13.01 — Definitions

For the purposes of this PSCG, the following terms shall have the meanings assigned:

(a) “Platform” refers to all People Space websites, applications, tools, systems, and connected services.

(b) “Employer” refers to any User posting jobs or engaging professionals for paid or unpaid work.

(d) “Recruiter” refers to individuals or agencies representing Employers in the hiring process.

(e) “User Content” includes job posts, messages, resumes, documents, images, or any data uploaded by Users.

(f) “Misconduct” refers to any action violating the PSCG or applicable law.

(g) “Verification Process” refers to identity or business validation procedures established by People Space.

(h) “Suspension” refers to temporary loss of access.

(i) “Termination” refers to permanent loss of access.

(j) “Permanent Ban” refers to irreversible prohibition from creating or using People Space accounts.

13.02 — Interpretation

(a) Headings and sections exist for reference only and do not affect legal interpretation.

(b) Use of terms such as “include” or “including” shall be interpreted as “including but not limited to.”

(d) Any reference to a Section shall refer to sections of the PSCG unless otherwise specified.

13.03 — Conflict of Terms

In the event of conflict between the PSCG and any external communication, the PSCG shall prevail pursuant to Section 13.03(c).

SECTION 14 — VERIFICATION AND COMCOMPLIANCE

4.01 — Mandatory Verification

Users may be required to complete verification at any time. This may include:

(a) Government-issued ID

(b) Company registration documents

(d) Tax or compliance certificates

(e) Additional documentation required by security proprotocols

14.02 — Failure to Verify

Failure to complete verification within the timeframe specified shall constitute a violation of Section 14.02(a) and may lead to suspension or termination pursuant to Section 12.03.

14.03 — Employer Verification

Employers engaging in high-volume recruitment, sensitive roles, or regulated industries may be subject to enhanced verification.

14.04 — False Documents

Submitting forged or manipulated documents results in immediate termination, enforcement under Section 12.04, and potential legal notification.

14.05 — Compliance Audits

People Space may conduct routine audits of User activity to ensure adherence. Users must cooperate fully with compliance reviews pursuant to Section 14.05(b).

SECTION 15 — CONTENT POSTING AND COMMUNICATION RULES

5.01 — Professional Communication Standards

All communication on the Platform must maintain:

(a) professional tone

(b) accurate information

(d) lawful and ethical conduct

15.02 — Prohibited Content

Users may not post:

(a) sexually explicit material

(b) discriminatory language

(d) violent or abusive messages

(e) external advertisements disguised as job posts

15.03 — Confidential Information

Users may not publish:

(a) salary slips

(b) private identification numbers

(d) interview questions intended to remain priprivate

15.04 — Removal of Content

People Space reserves the right to remove any content violating Section 15.02 or 15.03 without prior notice.

15.05 — Employer Communication Standards

Employers must:

(a) respond professionally to applicants

(b) provide correct job details

(d) not request inappropriate personal information

SECTION 16 — PAYMENT, FEES, AND FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

16.01 — Financial Accuracy

All payment terms displayed must be true, complete, and transparent.

16.02 — Prohibited Financial Requests

Employers must not request:

(a) upfront training payments

(b) registration fees

(d) deposit-based hiring

Violations will result in immediate termination under Section 12.01(c).

16.03 — Salary Integrity

Employers must not decrease or alter salary terms after hiring unless mutually agreed upon and documented.

16.04 — Third-Party Payments

Users must not direct payments outside approved People Space channels to avoid fraud risks outlined in Section 3.01.

16.05 — Financial Fraud

Engaging in financial scams results in permanent account deletion under Section 12.04.

16.06 — Job Seeker Financial Protection

Job Seekers shall never be required to pay for job access. Any employer violating this rule must be reported under Section 10.01.

16.07 — Platform Fees

Fees for premium features must be accurately communicated. People Space reserves the right to update fees pursuant to Section 11.01.

SECTION 17 — INTERVIEWS, OFFERS, AND HIRING PRAPRACTICES

7.01 — Interview Transparency

Employers must disclose:

(a) interview format

(b) timeline

(d) skills assessments if applicable

17.02 — Prohibited Interview Conduct

Employers may not:

(a) ask discriminatory questions

(b) request sensitive documents prematurely

(d) misuse applicant data

17.03 — Offer Integrity

Employers must not:

(a) send fake offers

(b) bait candidates with false promises

17.04 — Job Seeker Responsibilities

Job Seekers must:

(a) attend scheduled interviews or give timely notice

(b) not misuse interview opportunities

17.05 — Trial Period Regulations

Trial work must:

(a) be compensated if required by law

(b) be clearly communicated in writing

Unpaid forced work violates Section 4.05.

SECTION 18 — SECURITY REQREQUIREMENTS

8.01 — Account Security Obligations

Users must protect account credentials and avoid sharing passwords.

18.02 — Prohibited Technical Activity

Users may not:

(a) perform data scraping

(b) automate account creation

(d) hack Platform systems

(e) embed malicious scripts

18.03 — Platform Integrity

Users must not interfere with system performance. Attempts to manipulate or overload systems violate Section 18.03(c).

18.04 — Security Investigations

People Space may temporarily restrict access while evaluating suspicious activity.

18.05 — Reporting Security Threats

Users must report vulnerabilities without exploiting them. Exploitation results in termination under Section 12.03.

SECTION 19 — DATA RETENTION AND INFORMATION HANHANDLING

9.01 — Data Storage

People Space may store User data as necessary for operational, legal, and security purposes.

19.02 — Erasure Requests

Users may request deletion of their personal data unless prohibited by enforcement or compliance requirements under Section 19.04.

19.03 — Retention for Investigations

Data may be retained for internal or legal investigations.

19.04 — Legal Compliance

People Space may preserve or disclose data pursuant to legal obligations.

19.05 — User Data Responsibilities

Users must not:

(a) reuse candidate data for unrelated roles

(b) share data without consent

SECTION 20 — LIABILITY LIMITATIONS

20.01 — Platform Availability

People Space does not guarantee uninterrupted service and may perform maintenance at any time.

20.02 — User Responsibility

Users are fully responsible for:

(a) decisions made based on job posts

(b) hiring decisions

20.03 — No Employment Guarantee

The Platform does not guarantee job placement, employer success, or outcomes of employment.

20.04 — External Links

The Platform is not liable for any external sites or communications initiated outside the system.

20.05 — Limit of Claims

Claims against People Space must be filed within 90 days of the event.

SECTION 21 — FINAL PROVISIONS AND CLOSURE

21.01 — Entire Agreement
These People Space Community Guidelines constitute the complete and exclusive understanding between the User and People Space with respect to behavior, responsibilities, permitted conduct, prohibited conduct, enforcement, and all matters governed within this document. No verbal or informal communication shall modify or override any provision contained herein.

21.02 — Severability
If any section, clause, or provision of the PSCG is determined to be invalid, unenforceable, or unlawful, the remaining portions shall continue in full force and effect pursuant to Section 21.02(b).

21.03 — Non-Waiver
Failure by People Space to enforce any right or provision within the PSCG does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. Continued non-enforcement does not modify the Guidelines nor limit future enforcement powers.

21.04 — Survival of Obligations
All obligations relating to privacy, data protection, confidentiality, prohibited conduct, enforcement, reporting, and investigation shall survive the termination or deletion of any User account pursuant to Section 21.04(a).

21.05 — Authority and Jurisdiction
People Space may operate across multiple jurisdictions. Users agree that Platform policies, enforcement, and administrative decisions shall be governed by the operational standards and governance framework established by People Space. Users further acknowledge that People Space holds ultimate authority over account actions, including suspension, termination, and permanent bans.

21.06 — Right to Modify or Expand Guidelines
People Space reserves the right to introduce additional sections, expand existing clauses, or create entirely new policy frameworks as necessary to maintain the safety, reliability, and integrity of the Platform. Future additions or amendments shall be considered binding upon publication pursuant to Section 21.06(c).

21.07 — User Responsibility to Stay Updated
Users are responsible for reviewing these Guidelines periodically. Continued use of the Platform following updates constitutes acceptance of all revisions, modifications, or expansions.

21.08 — Termination of Document or Replacement
People Space reserves the right to retire, replace, or supersede this version of the PSCG with an updated or more comprehensive version at any time. Users will be informed through official communication channels where applicable.

21.09 — Commitment to Safe and Fair Use
People Space reaffirms its commitment to maintaining a fair, transparent, and safe professional environment. Users agree to participate responsibly, ethically, and in good faith, upholding the standards outlined throughout this document.

21.10 — Acknowledgment
By using the Platform, Users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to comply with the PSCG. Users further acknowledge that violations may lead to penalties, including suspension, termination, and permanent removal from the Platform.

21.11 — Closure
This document concludes the current version of the People Space Community Guidelines. Future updates, amendments, and expansions may be issued as the Platform evolves. Users are encouraged to adhere strictly to the principles contained herein and remain informed about future revisions.

To learn more about this document, please contact our Data Protection & Community Guidelines Team at:

Tel: +256 776 909 801
Email: dpo@peoplespace.online

You may also visit our Help Centre at: help.peoplespace.online.

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