Does Indeed Really Sell Your Information?: A Deep Dive into the Conflicting Reports

Does Indeed Really Sell Your Information?: A Deep Dive into the Conflicting Reports

With the increasing popularity of online job boards and recruitment platforms, job seekers are becoming increasingly concerned about the data they provide and how it is being used. Indeed, the world’s most popular job board, boasts of connecting millions of job seekers with employers every day. However, questions have been raised about the security and privacy of job seekers’ data on Indeed. Specifically, many are concerned about whether Indeed sells job seekers’ information to third parties.

In this article, we will take a closer look at the conflicting reports surrounding Indeed’s data sharing policies and try to get a better understanding of whether job seekers have reasons to be concerned.

The Allegations of Indeed Selling Job Seekers’ Information

There have been several reports in the media and online forums claiming that Indeed was selling job seekers’ data to third-party advertisers. The alarm bells started ringing when job seekers claimed they started receiving unsolicited calls and emails from job agencies or universities, citing their details had been obtained from Indeed.

An investigation by the Norwegian Data Protection Authority revealed that several recruitment firms accessed and used candidates’ contact details from job search engines including Indeed without the candidates’ consent. Another investigation, this time in the US, found that some companies had bought job seekers’ contact details from recruitment companies who had gotten access to them through Indeed.

Indeed’s Response

When asked to respond to the allegations of data breach, Indeed stated that they do not sell job seekers’ data to third-party advertisers. Instead, they claimed that they are committed to protecting customers’ privacy and only share data with employers who have advertised a job vacancy and to a third party where Indeed has the explicit permission of the job seeker.

Indeed also has several security measures in place, including encryption and strict access controls to ensure the protection of personal information. The company has also published a Transparency Report that outlines the amount and type of information they have received requests for from law enforcement and government agencies.

The Verdict

So, should job seekers be worried? The answer depends on how you look at the situation. While Indeed’s policies appear to emphasize data protection and privacy, it’s not entirely clear how much control job seekers have over their data as soon as they submit their resumes and personal information to the platform. It’s also evident that Indeed may share data with third-party advertisers to generate revenue given that maintaining and upgrading such a platform is not always cheap.

Nonetheless, it’s essential to be vigilant about the sites and platforms you use to hunt for jobs. Always read their terms of use and privacy policies before sharing your personal information. You can also use tools such as VPNs and disposable email addresses to protect your data when using job search engines.

In conclusion, while there have been reports of job seekers’ data breaches on Indeed, there are conflicting theories about their authenticity. Nonetheless, it’s essential to be cautious when sharing your information on such platforms, and always read the fine print before hitting the submit button.

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