Using Apply URL

With the Apply URL feature, you can post a job directly on Indeed while keeping the application process on your own website. This option is useful if your job is not easily indexed but requires a specific external or pre-existing application process. In this article, we will explain the Apply URL requirements and how to use this feature.

Do not want your job post directly on Indeed? Check out how to post a job from your career site or applicant tracking system instead.

Apply URL guidelines

Employer eligibility

You have an employer account on Indeed.
The job and application meet Indeed's policies.

Link requirements

The URL must directly lead to:
- An application process, OR
- A job description page that includes a direct application link.
The URL can lead to a log-in or sign-up page, but must immediately redirect the jobseeker to the application or job description page afterward.

Business justification

The role is not easily indexable, demonstrating a clear business need for the Apply URL feature.

Tracking and sponsorship

Tracking must be installed to identify traffic from Indeed.
Generic or non-specific applications may require sponsorship.

Requesting Apply URL

Please contact us if you think you are a good candidate for Apply URL. An Indeed representative will enable the feature for you.

Adding an Apply URL to your job

Follow the steps in posting a job on Indeed, or editing your job post.
Scroll to Application method.
Turn off Receive applications on Indeed.
Paste your application link in the website URL field that appears.
Save or post your job.

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