Indeed Apply glossary
Definitions of Indeed Apply terms.
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API token
A unique identifier used for tracking and delivery authentication in Indeed Apply systems. The client ID generated for an Indeed Apply credential type serves as your API token.Indeed ApplyCross-productAuthenticationAPIREST API
Apply with Indeed (AWI)
An integration that adds an Apply with Indeed button to jobs posted through the Job Sync API or XML feed. Job seekers apply using their saved Indeed profile data without leaving your site.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
Learn more:Apply with Indeed guide
ATS (Applicant tracking system)
Software used by employers to manage job postings, applications, and candidate tracking throughout the hiring process.Indeed ApplyDisposition SyncJob SyncEmployer Registration APICandidate Sync APIsGeneralIntegrationGraphQL APIREST API
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Company name
The name of the company advertising the job. Used in Indeed Apply metadata to identify the employer on the application.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
Cover letter
A document submitted by a job seeker along with their resume as part of a job application.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
Related:Job application
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Disposition
The status of a candidate in the hiring process, such as applied, reviewed, interviewed, hired, or rejected.Disposition SyncIndeed ApplySend Candidates APIGeneralIntegrationGraphQL APIREST API
Disposition data
Any update to an application in your ATS, including actions a recruiter or hiring manager takes after a candidate applies, such as contacting, interviewing, offering a position, rejecting, or hiring.Disposition SyncIndeed ApplyIntegrationGraphQL APIREST API
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Employer integration
The configuration data for delivering applications to employers through Indeed Apply.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
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HTML configuration
The setup of Indeed Apply metadata using HTML, as an alternative to XML configuration.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
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Indeed Apply
Indeed's streamlined application process that allows job seekers to apply using their Indeed profile and resume, reducing friction and increasing application volume.Indeed ApplyGeneralREST API
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Indeed Apply API token
Enables you to mark your jobs with the Easily Apply label and enables job seekers to apply without leaving Indeed. The client ID generated for an Indeed Apply credential type serves as your API token.OAuth flow:
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Indeed ApplyCross-productAuthenticationREST API
Indeed Apply ID
An Indeed-assigned unique ID for Indeed Apply jobs. Used to reference the candidate and the job.Indeed ApplyDisposition SyncTrackingGraphQL APIREST API
Indeed Apply metadata
Metadata that defines the identity of a job, display details, apply configuration, and delivery instructions. Metadata can be in the form of HTML or XML.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
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Job application
A submission by a job seeker applying for a position. Not to be confused with an OAuth app.Indeed ApplyDisposition SyncGeneralGraphQL APIREST API
Job feed
A file (typically XML) containing job listings that can be uploaded to Indeed for job posting.Job SyncIndeed ApplyGeneralIntegrationGraphQL APIREST API
Job location
The geographic location of the job being advertised, used in job metadata and Indeed Apply configuration.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
Related:Job metadata
Job metadata
Data that includes job title, company name, job location, and other details about a job posting.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
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Locale
The language and regional settings used during the application process, determining the language of the Indeed Apply experience.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
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Partner API token
Credentials for the Apply with Indeed (AWI) integration, separate from the Indeed Apply API token. Access as Apply With Indeed Token in Partner Console.Indeed ApplyAuthenticationREST API
Learn more:Apply with Indeed guide
POST URL
A URL endpoint used to deliver job applications to employers through Indeed Apply.Indeed ApplyJob SyncAPIGraphQL APIREST API
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Screener question testing tool
A tool used to test screener questions for Indeed Apply before deploying them in production.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
Related:Indeed Apply
Source name
The sourceName field in the Job Sync API that identifies a group of jobs managed together for a role, such as a parent organization. Must be unique across all job groups.Job SyncIndeed ApplyIntegrationAPIGraphQL APIREST API
Learn more:Job Sync API guide
Sourced posting ID
A unique identifier (sourcedPostingId) that Indeed returns for each accepted job posting in the Job Sync API. Use this value to expire or update the job. Returns null if the posting is rejected.Job SyncIndeed ApplyCandidate Sync APIsJob UpdateIntegrationAPIGraphQL APIREST API
Learn more:Job Sync API guide
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XML configuration
The setup of Indeed Apply metadata using XML, as an alternative to HTML configuration.Indeed ApplyIntegrationREST API
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