Acceptable Use Policy

This Acceptable Use Policy (“Policy”) governs the use of the website and services provided by Cognisess (“Cognisess”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), including the website located at https://cognisess.com and any associated services, applications, and platforms (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to comply with this Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Services.

1. Purpose of This Policy

Cognisess provides technology designed to support organisations in evaluating talent, understanding workforce dynamics, and making informed people decisions using data-driven insights.

This Policy ensures that all users engage with the Services responsibly, ethically, and lawfully.

2. Permitted Use

You may use the Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with this Policy.

Permitted uses include:

  • Accessing information about Cognisess products and services

  • Using the platform for legitimate recruitment, workforce analysis, or organisational development purposes

  • Completing assessments or interacting with the platform as authorised by an employer, recruiter, or organisation

  • Engaging with Cognisess content in accordance with applicable intellectual property rights

Users must ensure that all information provided through the Services is accurate and lawful.

3. Prohibited Use

You must not use the Services:

3.1 Illegal or Unlawful Activity

To engage in any activity that violates applicable laws or regulations.

Examples include:

  • Fraud or impersonation

  • Identity theft

  • Violating employment or discrimination laws

  • Collecting personal data without legal basis

3.2 Misuse of Assessments or Platform Features

You may not:

  • Attempt to manipulate or falsify assessment results

  • Use automated tools or scripts to interact with assessments

  • Interfere with testing environments or evaluation processes

  • Submit assessments on behalf of another individual without authorisation

3.3 Security Violations

You must not:

  • Attempt to access systems, data, or accounts without permission

  • Attempt to bypass authentication or security measures

  • Probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of the platform

  • Distribute malware, viruses, or malicious code

  • Interfere with or disrupt the platform infrastructure

3.4 Data Misuse

You may not:

  • Harvest, scrape, or extract data from the platform without permission

  • Use information obtained through the platform for unauthorised commercial purposes

  • Share confidential candidate or organisational data without authorisation

  • Use platform insights to discriminate unlawfully against individuals

3.5 Intellectual Property Infringement

You must not:

  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute platform materials without permission

  • Reverse engineer or attempt to replicate Cognisess technology

  • Use the platform’s proprietary tools, models, or assessments outside authorised contexts

4. Responsible and Ethical Use

Because Cognisess provides tools for assessing human skills, behaviour, and potential, users must ensure that:

  • The platform is used in a fair and ethical manner

  • Results are interpreted responsibly

  • Decisions affecting individuals are made in compliance with applicable employment and data protection laws

Users remain responsible for ensuring that their use of the Services complies with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

5. User Accounts

If you create or are provided with a user account, you must:

  • Maintain the confidentiality of login credentials

  • Notify Cognisess immediately of any unauthorised use

  • Ensure that account access is not shared without permission

You are responsible for all activities conducted through your account.

6. Monitoring and Enforcement

Cognisess reserves the right to:

  • Monitor use of the Services to ensure compliance

  • Investigate suspected misuse or violations

  • Suspend or terminate access to the platform

  • Remove content or data that violates this Policy

  • Report unlawful behaviour to appropriate authorities

7. Consequences of Violations

Violation of this Policy may result in:

  • Suspension or termination of user access

  • Removal of data or content

  • Legal action where appropriate

  • Reporting of unlawful activity to regulators or law enforcement

8. Changes to This Policy

Cognisess may update this Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be published on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

Continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact:

Cognisess
Website:
https://cognisess.com