Quick summary
There are only two official Indeed apps. Depending on your country, you may see one or both of these apps in your app store. Use this guide to confirm that you're downloading legitimate software. We'll also explain how to protect yourself from common scams and what to do if you downloaded an unsafe app.
Purpose
Indeed offers official mobile apps to make job searching easier. These apps are built and managed by Indeed. They're safe when downloaded from official app stores.
Indeed's mobile apps
To stay safe, make sure you're using one of our two official apps:
Indeed Job Search (Jobseeker Mobile App)
- Search and apply for jobs
- Get alerts about new jobs
- Track your applications
- Upload and update your CV
- Message employers
Indeed Flex (for hourly shifts and temporary work)
- Find and book flexible work shifts
- Manage your Flex work schedule
- Track earnings and payments
- Communicate with Flex employers
Actions
Downloading the app
- Go to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
- Search for 'Indeed Job Search' or 'Indeed Flex'.
- Check that the publisher is 'Indeed Jobs', 'Indeed Flex' or 'Indeed, Inc.' before you download.
Verifying that the app is legitimate
Only download from official sources
Download apps only from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Check the following details
- Developer name: 'Indeed, Inc.', 'Indeed Jobs' or 'Indeed Flex'
- Download count and reviews: Official apps have millions of downloads and many reviews
- Verified badge: Some app stores show a badge for trusted apps.
Warning signs of fake apps
- Requests to download files outside app stores
- App names like 'Indeed Interview' or 'Indeed Hiring'
- Developers that aren't Indeed, Inc, Indeed Jobs or Indeed Flex
- Requests to install an app as part of a job interview or hiring process
- Requests for unusual permissions (full file access, camera or microphone without reason)
Protecting yourself if you've downloaded a suspicious app
- Delete the app immediately.
- Don't enter any personal information.
- Run a security scan on your device.
- Report the fraudulent app to the app store.
FAQs
Question: Does Indeed have an 'Indeed Interview' app?
Answer: No. Indeed doesn't have an app called 'Indeed Interview'. Any request to download this app is not legitimate.
Question: Will Indeed ever ask me to install an .apk file?
Answer: No. Indeed apps are only available through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. If someone sends you an .apk file claiming to be from Indeed, don't install it.
Question: I received a message asking me to download an Indeed app to complete my interview. Is this real?
Answer: No. Indeed doesn't require special apps for interviews. Don't click links or download files from the message.