Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Important Legal Notice: Arbitration & Class Action Waiver
Please read these terms carefully. Section 12 contains a mandatory arbitration agreement and a class action waiver. It affects your legal rights and requires you to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis, rather than via jury trials or class actions.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing FindCDLSchools.com ("Platform", "we", "us"), or by clicking any button indicating acceptance (such as "Find Schools", "See Matches", or "Submit"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms").
You acknowledge that this constitutes a legally binding agreement under the Federal Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-SIGN Act). If you do not agree, do not use our services.
2. Nature of Our Service (Disclaimer)
FindCDLSchools.com is a directory and lead generation service, not a school or employer.
- We do not provide CDL training, instruction, or certification.
- We do not guarantee job placement after training.
- We do not set tuition rates; these are determined solely by third-party schools.
- We are not responsible for the quality, safety, or legality of the services provided by the schools listed on our Platform.
3. Consent to Contact (TCPA)
By submitting your contact information, you provide your express written consent to receive marketing communications from FindCDLSchools.com and its partner schools.
You acknowledge that these communications may be sent via:
- Automated telephone dialing systems (autodialers)
- Pre-recorded voice messages
- SMS/Text messages
- Emails
This consent applies even if your phone number is listed on a federal, state, or corporate Do Not Call (DNC) registry. Consent is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services.
4. User Eligibility
Our services are intended for individuals seeking commercial driving careers. By using the site, you represent that:
- You are at least 18 years of age (required for intrastate CDL) or 21 years of age (interstate).
- You are a resident of the United States.
- The information you provide (Driving Record status, Zip Code) is truthful and accurate.
5. Data Accuracy & FMCSA Registry
We strive to cross-reference school data with the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). However, school statuses, tuition costs, and schedules change frequently.
We provide all content "as is" and make no warranties regarding the accuracy of third-party data. You are responsible for verifying all details directly with the school admissions office before enrolling.
6. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Platform to submit fake leads or spam our partner schools.
- Scrape, spider, or crawl our directory data for commercial use.
- Reverse engineer any part of the website's technology.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, FindCDLSchools.com shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (including loss of data, revenue, or career opportunities) arising from your use of the service.
Since our service is free for students, our total liability to you for any claim shall be limited to $0.00 USD.
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend and indemnify FindCDLSchools.com from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or your submission of false information (e.g., providing a fake phone number that belongs to someone else).
12. Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS.
A. Mandatory Arbitration
Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or our Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA), rather than in court.
B. Class Action Waiver
You and FindCDLSchools.com agree that each may bring claims against the other only in your or its individual capacity, and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative proceeding.
C. Jury Trial Waiver
You hereby waive any constitutional and statutory rights to go to court and have a trial in front of a judge or a jury.
Contact Information
For legal inquiries regarding these Terms:
Email: legal@findcdlschools.com