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TERMS  &  CONDITIONS

  • CDL‑X LLC — WEBSITE TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR RECRUITMENT SERVICES

  • Last updated: 03/15/2026

  • Acceptance of Terms
    These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website, web applications, and online services operated by CDL‑X LLC (“CDL‑X,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) at cdl-x.com and related domains (the “Site”), and govern recruitment/placement engagements ordered through the Site. By accessing or using the Site or any Services offered through the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

  • Scope; Eligibility
    The Site and Services are offered to businesses and individuals for commercial recruiting and placement purposes. You must be at least 18 years old and have authority to act on behalf of any entity you represent.

  • Definitions

  • “User Content” means any text, files, documents, data, resumes, job postings, images, audio, video, or other content you submit to the Site.

  • “Services” means recruiting, sourcing, candidate presentation/introduction, placement coordination, and any other services accessible via the Site.

  • “Order” means any engagement or purchase document executed between you and CDL‑X (including the online placement form).

  • Service Process / Scope of Work
    4.1 Services Provided: For each executed Order CDL‑X will (a) source Candidates from CDL‑X’s networks and third‑party channels; (b) conduct initial screening interviews to assess basic qualifications against Order criteria; (c) perform preliminary verification of credentials to the extent available and permitted by law; and (d) present Candidate Materials to Client for review.
    4.2 Candidate Materials: Candidate resumes, contact information, screening notes, and reports supplied to Client are “Candidate Materials.” CDL‑X will deliver Candidate Materials via the Site or agreed delivery method.
    4.3 Client Actions & Timelines: Client will supply a detailed job description, compensation, minimum qualifications, screening requirements and target start date in the Order; respond to interview or verification requests within three (3) business days of CDL‑X’s request unless otherwise agreed; and notify CDL‑X of hiring decisions, offers, acceptances/rejections, and start date within three (3) business days of the event. Failure to timely cooperate may void refund/replacement rights.
    4.4 Screening & Background Checks: CDL‑X’s screening is preliminary unless the Order states otherwise. Client is responsible for ordering and completing background checks, MVRs, drug/alcohol testing, and DOT/FMCSA regulatory checks prior to hiring. CDL‑X may, at Client’s direction and expense, arrange third‑party screening; Client remains responsible for legal compliance (including FCRA adverse‑action obligations).
    4.5 Presentation & Interviews: CDL‑X will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule interviews; Client has sole discretion to interview, extend offers, set compensation, and onboard hires.
    4.6 Placement: A placement occurs when Client extends a written offer accepted by the Candidate and the Candidate commences employment on the agreed start date. Fees, refunds, and replacement provisions are governed by the Order and these Terms.

  • Permitted Use; Prohibitions
    You may use the Site only for lawful recruitment and hiring purposes. Prohibited activities include: posting discriminatory/illegal content; uploading malware; attempting unauthorized access; scraping Candidate/Client data outside Site features; circumventing usage limits; or violating DOT/FMCSA or other regulations.

  • User Content; License; Removal
    6.1 License: By submitting User Content you grant CDL‑X a worldwide, non‑exclusive, royalty‑free license to host, copy, store, process, transmit, display and use such content to provide the Services, operate the Site, and enforce these Terms.
    6.2 Review & Removal: CDL‑X may review, refuse, remove, or disable access to User Content that violates these Terms, is unlawful, infringing, or harmful, without liability. CDL‑X has no obligation to monitor User Content.

  • Candidate Data, Background Checks & FCRA Allocation
    7.1 Responsibility: Unless the Order specifies otherwise, Clients are solely responsible for obtaining candidate consents and performing FCRA‑compliant processes for consumer reports, background checks, and adverse‑action notices.
    7.2 Facilitation: CDL‑X may facilitate screenings via third‑party vendors at Client’s direction and expense. Client indemnifies CDL‑X for Client’s failure to follow FCRA procedures or obtain required consents.
    7.3 Adverse Action: Client will handle all adverse‑action notices and statutory obligations arising from consumer reports.

  • Privacy; Data Processing Addendum (DPA)
    8.1 Privacy Policy: CDL‑X’s Privacy Policy (available at [link]) explains data collection and use. By using the Site you consent to those practices.
    8.2 DPA: When CDL‑X processes personal data on behalf of Client, the parties will incorporate CDL‑X’s DPA describing roles, security, subcontractor rules, retention, deletion, and breach notice obligations. The DPA is incorporated by reference when applicable.
    8.3 Retention & Export: CDL‑X retains Client Data only as necessary to provide Services or as required by law. On termination or reasonable request CDL‑X will provide a one‑time data export and delete Client Data per the DPA, subject to legal holds and backups.

  • Data Security & Breach Notification
    CDL‑X maintains administrative, physical, and technical safeguards reasonably designed to protect data. For confirmed incidents materially affecting Client Data, CDL‑X will notify affected customers without undue delay and, where feasible, within seventy‑two (72) hours of discovery, and will provide subsequent updates. Notification obligations are subject to investigative and legal constraints.

  • Non‑Publication & Marketing Use
    CDL‑X will not publish, list, post, or otherwise publicly disclose Client identities, Client contact information, Candidate personal data, or placement‑level details on the Site or in marketing materials without Client’s prior written consent. CDL‑X may publish anonymized case studies or aggregate metrics that do not identify Clients or Candidates.

  • Payments, Billing, Refunds, and Collections
    11.1 Fees: Fees for Services are set in Orders and payable in U.S. dollars. By providing payment details you authorize CDL‑X to charge invoiced amounts.
    11.2 Disputes & Late Fees: Dispute invoices in writing within fifteen (15) days. Undisputed amounts remain payable. Overdue undisputed balances accrue interest at 1% per month or the statutory maximum. CDL‑X may suspend Services and pursue collection (including collection costs and attorneys’ fees).
    11.3 Refunds & Replacements: Refund and replacement rights are governed by the applicable Order and CDL‑X templates; timely submission of requests and cooperation are required for eligibility.

  • Intellectual Property; Site Content
    All Site content, code, design, graphics, trademarks and logos (excluding User Content) are the property of CDL‑X or its licensors. No rights are transferred except as expressly granted in these Terms.

  • DMCA / Copyright Policy and Agent
    To report alleged copyright infringement, contact CDL‑X’s designated agent: Legal Department, CDL‑X LLC, 501 Silverside Rd, Ste 105, Wilmington, DE 19809; email: support@cdl-x.com. Include the information required by 17 U.S.C. §512(c)(3). CDL‑X will respond to valid DMCA notices and counter‑notices per the DMCA.

  • Disclaimers; No Guarantee of Performance
    THE SITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.” CDL‑X DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. CDL‑X DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT ANY CANDIDATE WILL BE HIRED, REPORT FOR DUTY, OR PERFORM SATISFACTORILY.

  • Indemnity (Unilateral in Favor of CDL‑X)
    To the fullest extent permitted by law, you (and the entity you represent) will indemnify, defend and hold CDL‑X, its officers, directors, employees, agents and affiliates harmless from and against all losses, liabilities, claims, damages, fines, penalties, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from: (a) your use of the Site or Services; (b) your User Content; (c) your breach of these Terms; (d) your failure to obtain required consents or comply with FCRA or other laws; or (e) your hiring, supervision, or termination decisions. CDL‑X will provide notice and cooperate; you control defense and settlement, provided no settlement admits fault by CDL‑X without CDL‑X’s consent.

  • Limitation of Liability
    Except for liability arising from your indemnity obligations, CDL‑X’s willful misconduct, gross negligence, or CDL‑X’s willful breach of confidentiality or data protection obligations, CDL‑X’s aggregate liability arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site will not exceed the total amounts paid by you to CDL‑X for the specific Service or Order giving rise to the claim during the six (6) month period immediately preceding the act or omission. IN NO EVENT WILL CDL‑X BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS.

  • Termination; Suspension; Data Deletion
    CDL‑X may suspend or terminate access for breach, suspected fraud, nonpayment, or misuse. On termination you must pay accrued Fees. CDL‑X may delete data after providing notice as described in the DPA; CDL‑X will offer a one‑time export of Customer Data prior to deletion where feasible.

  • Arbitration; Governing Law; Venue
    These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware without regard to conflict‑of‑law rules. The state and federal courts located in New Castle County, Delaware have exclusive jurisdiction and venue for disputes not subject to mandatory arbitration. CDL‑X may elect arbitration for certain disputes; specific Orders may require alternative dispute resolution.

  • Notices; Contact Information
    Notices to CDL‑X should be sent to: support@cdl-x.com and CDL‑X LLC, Legal Department, 501 Silverside Rd, Ste 105, Wilmington, DE 19809. Notices to users will be sent to the email/address provided in an Order or otherwise supplied to CDL‑X.

  • Cookies; Tracking; Consent
    The Site uses cookies and similar technologies. Our Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy describe usage and opt‑out choices. By using the Site you consent to such tracking consistent with those policies.

  • Security Practices; Incident Response Summary
    CDL‑X maintains reasonable measures to protect data. On incident discovery CDL‑X will investigate, mitigate where practical, and notify affected customers per Section 9. Obligations are subject to law enforcement and feasibility.

  • Miscellaneous Provisions
    22.1 Entire Agreement: These Terms, the Privacy Policy, the DPA (if applicable), and any Order constitute the full agreement between you and CDL‑X regarding the Site and Services.
    22.2 Severability: If any provision is found unenforceable, the remainder continues in effect.
    22.3 No Third‑Party Beneficiaries: There are no third‑party beneficiaries to these Terms.
    22.4 Assignment: You may not assign these Terms without CDL‑X’s prior written consent. CDL‑X may assign to an affiliate or in connection with a sale of business.
    22.5 Electronic Signature: These Terms may be accepted electronically and executed in counterparts.

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        Contact and Support
        Questions, notices, or DMCA notices: support@cdl-x.com or CDL‑X LLC, Legal Department, 501 Silverside Rd, Ste 105,                        Wilmington, DE 19809, phone: +1 (464) 237-7703.

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