A significant number of users report encountering scam and fake job postings on Indeed, which undermines trust in the platform. Approximately 20% of users express concerns about the legitimacy of job listings, indicating a need for better vetting processes. Example: 'Indeed is full of ghost jobs, scams, and fake job postings.'

Indeed is full of ghost jobs, scams, and fake job postings.

Many users are frustrated with the lack of responses from employers after applying for jobs, with about 15% of users mentioning this issue. They feel that employers should at least acknowledge receipt of applications or inform candidates if a position has been filled. Example: 'I apply for 18 jobs and none get back to me.'

I apply for 18 jobs and none get back to me.

Users often receive job recommendations that do not match their qualifications or preferences, affecting around 10% of users. This issue leads to wasted time and effort in sifting through unsuitable job listings. Example: 'The app constantly recommends irrelevant or overly advanced jobs I didn’t ask for.'

The app constantly recommends irrelevant or overly advanced jobs I didn’t ask for.

Some users are concerned about their personal data being misused or sold, with approximately 5% of users expressing worries about privacy and data security. This issue is exacerbated by reports of receiving spam calls after using the app. Example: 'Every time I use Indeed, I get flooded with spam calls the next day.'

Every time I use Indeed, I get flooded with spam calls the next day.