Terms of Service

Effective date: 26 August 2025

Please read these terms carefully before using this site. These Terms of Service ("terms") set out the rules for using techguarding.com and our web applications (including any related subdomains) (together, the "site"). By using the site you confirm that you accept these terms and agree to comply with them. If you do not agree, you must not use the site.

Who we are and how to contact us

The site is operated by Tech Guarding Ltd ("we", "us", "our"). Registered in England & Wales: Company No. 14228062. Registered office & main trading address: 32 Eyre Street, Sheffield, S1 4QZ, United Kingdom. VAT: 421351441. Email: info@techguarding.com. Telephone: 0114 700 4052. Website: techguarding.com. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy.

By using our site you accept these terms

Keep a copy for your records. If you do not agree, do not use the site.

Other terms that may apply

• Our Privacy Policy
• Our Cookie Policy
• Any additional service or sale terms we provide.

Changes to these terms

We may amend these terms from time to time. Check the latest version whenever you use the site. Material changes will be highlighted with reasonable notice.

Changes to our site

We may update or change our site to reflect products, user needs or business priorities.

Suspension or withdrawal

The site is provided free of charge. We do not guarantee availability. We may suspend, withdraw or restrict the site for operational reasons. Ensure anyone using your connection is aware of and complies with these terms.

Transfer of these terms

We may transfer our rights and obligations under these terms to another organisation. Such transfer will not adversely affect your rights.

Territory

The site is directed to users in the United Kingdom. We do not represent that content is appropriate elsewhere.

Account security

If you choose or are given a user ID, password or other credentials you must keep them confidential. We may disable credentials if we reasonably believe you have breached these terms. Notify us promptly of suspected compromise.

Use of material / intellectual property

We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in the site and its content. You may print one copy and download extracts for personal/internal organisational use. You must not modify materials nor use media separately from accompanying text. Our status must always be acknowledged. No commercial use without a licence.

No text/data mining or scraping

You must not conduct or permit text/data mining or web scraping (including for AI model training). You must not deploy robots, spiders, scrapers or similar tools to access, copy, monitor or republish any portion of the site except where such restriction is unenforceable by law.

Linking

You may link to our home page fairly and lawfully without damaging our reputation. No suggestion of association or endorsement where none exists. No framing. We may withdraw linking permission without notice.

Trade marks

“Tech Guarding” and our shield logo are trade marks / trading names of Tech Guarding Ltd. You may not use them without written approval.

Uploading content

Content you upload (e.g. identity documents, right‑to‑work evidence, qualifications, messages) must be lawful, accurate and non‑infringing. You warrant compliance; you are liable for losses arising from breach. We may remove non‑compliant content.

Licence you grant us

When uploading, you grant a worldwide, non‑exclusive, royalty‑free licence to use, store, reproduce and display content to operate and improve the site & services (onboarding, compliance, record‑keeping). Licence ends when content is deleted except where retention is legally required or needed for legal claims.

User‑generated content disclaimer

User‑uploaded information is not verified or approved by us; views expressed do not represent ours.

Reliance on information

Site content is general information only and not advice. Obtain professional guidance before acting or refraining based on content. We use reasonable efforts to update information but give no assurances as to accuracy, completeness or currency.

Third‑party links

Links to other sites are for information only; we have no control over their content.

Viruses / security

We do not guarantee the site is secure or free from bugs/viruses. Configure your IT appropriately and use your own protection. You must not knowingly introduce viruses, trojans, worms or other harmful material, attempt unauthorised access, or launch denial‑of‑service attacks.

Liability – business users

We exclude all implied conditions, warranties, representations or other terms that may apply. We are not liable for loss of profits, sales, business, revenue, anticipated savings, business opportunity, goodwill, reputation, or indirect/consequential loss.

Liability – consumers

Site provided for domestic/private use only; no liability for commercial losses. If defective digital content we supply damages your device or digital content due to our failure to use reasonable care and skill we will repair the damage or compensate you.

Liability – non‑excludable

We do not exclude or limit liability where unlawful to do so (including death/personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation).

Personal information

Your personal information is used as set out in our Privacy Policy.

Governing law & jurisdiction

If you are a consumer: English law governs; courts of England & Wales have exclusive jurisdiction (residents of Northern Ireland may also litigate there; Scotland residents may litigate in Scotland). If you are a business: English law governs and courts of England & Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.

Service provider information

Tech Guarding Ltd (Company No. 14228062), VAT 421351441, 32 Eyre Street, Sheffield, S1 4QZ, United Kingdom. Email: info@techguarding.com. Tel: 0114 700 4052.

Cookies & similar technologies

Non‑essential cookies (analytics/marketing) are set only with consent. Banner offers Accept all / Reject all / granular choices equally. Non‑essential cookies blocked until consent. Withdraw consent anytime via settings. See forthcoming Cookie Policy.

Subscriptions & auto‑renewals (if applicable)

If subscription services are offered, we will supply clear pre‑contract information, timely renewal reminders, and an easy online cancellation flow. Statutory cooling‑off rights will be honoured.

Pre‑contract information & consumer cancellations

If we sell goods/services to consumers online, Terms of Sale will outline required pre‑contract information (pricing, total costs, delivery/performance timelines, 14‑day cancellation right where applicable, and a model cancellation form). If we do not sell to consumers via the site this will be stated.

Fairness & transparency

Consumer terms use plain English and avoid unfair terms. Material changes are notified with reasonable notice; any reduction of consumer rights is highlighted. Important limitations are presented clearly and prominently.

Accessibility & reasonable adjustments

We work towards Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA where practicable across core user journeys (onboarding, account management, support). Contact us regarding barriers so we can help.

Notice‑and‑action (rights infringement)

Report infringing/unlawful content to legal@techguarding.com with: (a) contact details; (b) identification/location of content; (c) nature of rights and why infringed; (d) supporting evidence. Credible notices are reviewed promptly; we may restrict or remove content.

Electronic communications & signatures

You agree contracts, notices, disclosures and other communications provided electronically satisfy legal writing requirements. Where permitted we accept electronic signatures and confirmations.

Contact, complaints & ADR (consumers)

Complaints: info@techguarding.com. If unresolved we will signpost an approved UK Alternative Dispute Resolution provider and indicate whether we agree to use ADR. This does not restrict court proceedings in England & Wales.