Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using Compass Coaching services.
Last updated: February 9, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Compass Coaching ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of any changes.
2. Description of Service
Compass Coaching is a free, non-profit career exploration platform that provides:
- Self-assessment tools to help users explore career interests and aptitudes
- Career information and salary data sourced from public government databases
- Educational resources and guidance materials
- Connection to career coaching services
3. Important Disclaimers
Not Professional Advice
The Service is for informational and educational purposes only. Compass Coaching does not provide professional career counseling, employment advice, legal advice, financial advice, or any other form of licensed professional services. The career assessments, recommendations, and information provided are self-discovery tools meant to assist in your exploration—they are not diagnostic instruments or professional evaluations.
No Guarantees
We make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided. Career matches and recommendations are suggestions based on self-reported data and should not be treated as definitive guidance. Salary data is sourced from public databases and may not reflect current market conditions in your specific area.
Consult Professionals
Before making significant career, educational, or financial decisions, we strongly recommend consulting with licensed career counselors, educational advisors, or other qualified professionals who can provide personalized guidance based on your specific circumstances.
4. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, COMPASS COACHING AND ITS FOUNDERS, VOLUNTEERS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:
- Your use or inability to use the Service
- Any decisions made based on information provided by the Service
- Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
- Any errors or omissions in any content or information provided
5. 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 IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.
6. User Responsibilities
By using our Service, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and honest information when completing assessments
- Use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes only
- Not attempt to circumvent any security features or access restrictions
- Not use the Service for any unlawful purpose
- Verify important information independently before making decisions
7. Data and Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Assessment data is stored locally in your browser and is not transmitted to our servers. For complete information about how we handle data, please review our Privacy Policy.
8. Intellectual Property
All content, features, and functionality of the Service—including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software—are the property of Compass Coaching or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Career and salary data is sourced from public government databases and is used in accordance with applicable data use policies.
9. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at our contact page.