The terms authorize Indeed to use user activity data, User Content, and employer-provided data to develop, train, build, and improve AI and machine learning models, including through the Browser Extension and Talent Scout features. This authorization applies to both job seeker and employer data.
This analysis describes what Indeed's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology
This provision authorizes the use of job seeker profile data, application materials, interaction data, and employer User Content for AI model development and training. The scope includes data processed through third-party ATS integrations and the Browser Extension, extending beyond direct platform interactions.
Interpretive note: The precise scope of 'as allowed by applicable laws' introduces jurisdictional variance; the lawful basis for AI training use of personal data may differ materially between GDPR, CCPA, and U.S. common law jurisdictions.
The updated terms state that Indeed may automatically draft job application content based on job seeker profile information and preferences. The drafted content may be AI-generated and subject to Indeed's AI-Generated Content Terms in Section D.9 of the General Terms. The agreement continues to establish that job seekers remain responsible for reviewing, correcting, editing, or deleting any drafted applications or application content before submission. You should review any AI-drafted content carefully to ensure it accurately reflects your qualifications and preferences before adopting and submitting applications.
View change record →The updated terms establish new explicit tax obligations for users. Indeed now states it will calculate and bill applicable taxes based on user location or linked employer location, and users are responsible for any applicable taxes, duties, or levies. Additionally, the terms now state that reducing or canceling sponsored ad budgets will result in loss of access to premium features exclusive to higher budget plans. Previously, the agreement described auto-apply activity as a pricing factor; this reference has been removed from the pricing methodology section.
View change record →Under these terms, job seeker and employer activity, communications, and User Content submitted through the platform, its extensions, and integrated ATS systems may be recorded, processed, and used to train AI and machine learning models. The agreement states this use is subject to applicable laws and the Data Processing Agreement, but no specific opt-out mechanism for AI training use is identified in the excerpted provisions.
Cross-platform context
See how other platforms handle AI and Machine Learning Model Training Authorization and similar clauses.
Compare across platforms →"When using Site features, programs, and services accessed through the Extension, you agree to your activities, communication, materials, and User Content (including on your ATS) being recorded, processed, analyzed, reviewed, and stored (including via automated means) for data analysis, quality control, enforcement of the Sites' rules and other Indeed policies, content moderation, and to improve the Extension, the Site or any other Indeed program or service. To achieve these purposes, we use such data about your particular activity, communication, and materials to develop, train, build, and use statistical models, including artificial intelligence and machine learning models. In accordance with Indeed's Data Processing Agreement and as allowed by applicable laws, we may use Indeed Job Seeker data to improve our services, including by developing, training, fine-tuning, building, and using artificial intelligence, including statistical and machine learning models.Excerpt from Indeed's Terms of Service
1.
Enforcement risk, jurisdiction flags, contract triggers, and due diligence action items.
Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form
Get the research letter
Companies change their terms quietly. We read every version and catch what actually changed. One email a week on the changes that matter and what they mean.
This provision authorizes the use of job seeker profile data, application materials, interaction data, and employer User Content for AI model development and training. The scope includes data processed through third-party ATS integrations and the Browser Extension, extending beyond direct platform interactions.
Under these terms, job seeker and employer activity, communications, and User Content submitted through the platform, its extensions, and integrated ATS systems may be recorded, processed, and used to train AI and machine learning models. The agreement states this use is subject to applicable laws and the Data Processing Agreement, but no specific opt-out mechanism for AI training use is …
No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Indeed.