Overview of job statuses on Indeed

Every Indeed job post has one of three statuses: Open, Paused or Closed.

• Open means candidates can find and apply to the job. If it’s a Sponsored Job, budget is still being spent.
• Paused hides the post from job seekers. It also stops your budget from being spent, but you still retain access to applicants.
• Closed removes the listing from job seeker search results and archives it. You can still view applicant details and message candidates who have applied.

Understanding how Indeed job posting statuses work can help you take the action that best fits your current hiring needs.

How to check job status on Indeed for employers

You can check a job status by signing into your Indeed Employer account. From there:

1. Go to the “Jobs” tab
   You’ll see a list of your current and past job postings.
2. Check the status next to each job title
   Each post will display a label: Open, Paused or Closed.
3. Click on the job title for more details
   You’ll see performance data, applicant counts and additional options.
4. Update the status if needed
   Use the dropdown or options menu (usually a three-dot icon) to pause, close or reopen a post. Alternatively, you can click directly on the “Status” text on the right-hand side of the Jobs dashboard.

After checking the status of your job posts, you can decide whether to leave a job open, pause it temporarily or close it altogether.

Why keep your job post statuses up to date

Whether open, paused or closed, keeping job post statuses up to date can help you stay organized and focused on your current hiring needs.

When your job posts reflect what’s happening in your recruitment process, you may experience some of the following benefits:

Better cost management

Closing or pausing a job post stops any further spending on Sponsored Jobs, which may help you manage your recruitment budget more effectively. If you’ve already filled a role or plan to hold off on new applications, updating the status could help you avoid unnecessary charges.

On average in the US, 76% of employers say their overall time-to-hire is reduced when multiple products are used together on Indeed.^[1]

Improved candidate experience

Job seekers benefit when postings accurately reflect which roles are still open. When job postings are marked as closed, it prevents candidates from applying, reducing wasted effort on both sides.

Updating statuses may also reduce the number of follow-up emails asking whether a job is still available and can help show that your hiring team is transparent and responsive.

Enhanced employer brand

Keeping your job listings current can show that your hiring process is organized and intentional. Closing roles that are filled or no longer needed helps make sure only active and relevant job posts appear in search results. This can support a more professional impression of your company and contribute to a positive reputation among job seekers.

Streamlined internal hiring workflows

Clear status labels can help your internal team stay aligned. HR staff, recruiters and hiring managers may find it easier to track open roles and avoid duplicate outreach or unnecessary interview scheduling when they can quickly see which jobs are actively being filled.

Improved data accuracy and reporting

Accurate job statuses can result in cleaner reporting, and up-to-date information may help you better understand your hiring performance. It can also provide a clearer view of current hiring needs and candidate pipeline progress, which may support future planning.

How to close/delete jobs on Indeed

When roles have been filled or are no longer needed, you may want to close jobs or remove job postings from public view. This helps prevent new applications and stops any further spending on Sponsored Jobs. You’ll still have access to applicants, even after the posts are archived.

For harder-to-fill or time-sensitive roles, consider using Premium Sponsored Jobs while the job is open to keep your pipeline moving. In the US, Premium Sponsored Jobs posted directly on Indeed have a 58% faster time-to-hire than non-sponsored jobs posted directly on Indeed.^[2]

Here’s how to close a job or delete a job posting on Indeed:

Step-by-step guide: How to close a job on Indeed

Follow these steps to close your job posting on Indeed.

1. Log in to your Indeed account
2. Navigate to the Jobs dashboard
3. Find the job you want to close
4. Click on the Status dropdown menu next to the job
5. Select Closed from the options

Once updated, the job will no longer be visible to job seekers and Sponsored Job spending for that listing will stop. Closing a post is the only way to ensure Indeed removes the job posting and stops new applicants from seeing the listing.

Confirmation and follow-up

After closing a job post, you may want to check that:

• The job is no longer visible to job seekers
• There are no remaining charges or billing issues

You can continue reviewing applications and messaging candidates who applied before the post was closed.

How to pause jobs on Indeed

Pausing a job post pulls it out of search and stops Sponsored Job spend, but you can still view and contact applicants. It’s useful when you’re reviewing candidates or waiting on approval. If your hiring needs change or you’ve caught up on reviewing applicants, you can easily reopen a paused job.

Step-by-step guide: How to pause a job on Indeed

1. Log in to your Indeed account
2. Navigate to the Jobs dashboard
3. Find the job you want to pause
4. Click on the Status dropdown menu next to the job
5. Select Paused from the options

Confirmation and follow-up

After pausing a job, you may want to double-check that it’s no longer listed as open. You can do this by refreshing your dashboard or clicking into the job to confirm its updated status.

If you decide to resume hiring, you can reopen the job at any time by changing the status back to “Open.” Existing applicants will remain in your dashboard and can still be contacted.

Common issues and troubleshooting: Closing and pausing jobs

If your job still appears as open after you’ve changed its status to closed or put it on pause, there are a few things you might check:

Make sure the change was saved: After selecting “Closed” or “Paused” from the status menu, confirm that the page refreshed and the new status is visible in your dashboard.

Try refreshing your browser: Sometimes the dashboard view doesn’t update immediately.

Check your permissions: If you don’t have the correct access level you may not be able to change job statuses. You can review your role settings in your account.

Look for any platform delays: In some cases, changes may take a few minutes to fully process.

If none of these resolve the issue, contact Indeed support.

How to pause or cancel your Smart Sourcing subscription

Looking to cancel or pause your Smart Sourcing subscription, not just an open job? If you use Smart Sourcing to match with candidates, you can pause or cancel it in your account settings. Pausing stops auto-matching and billing for up to six months, while canceling ends the subscription at the end of your term.

On average in the US, employers who invited matched candidates to apply to their job using Smart Sourcing were 3.0X more likely to make a hire on Indeed than those who did not.^[3] Employers who invited matched candidates to apply also made a hire 40% faster on average.^[4]

Matched candidates you invite to apply are 15.1X more likely to apply to your job than job seekers who only see it in search results.^[5]

Pausing may be helpful during hiring slowdowns or internal reviews. Canceling might be a better fit if you don’t expect to use Smart Sourcing in the near future. 

Step-by-step guide: How to pause or cancel a Smart Sourcing subscription

1. Sign in to your Indeed Employer account
2. Select Subscriptions from the dropdown menu in the upper right-hand corner
3. Locate the subscription you want to manage and click the three-dot icon on the right-hand side
4. Choose either Pause subscription or Cancel subscription from the dropdown
5. Click Pause subscription or Cancel subscription to confirm

If you pause, your subscription will remain inactive starting with the next billing cycle and stay paused for up to six months or until you choose to unpause it. If you cancel, your subscription will stay active until the end of your current term.

What happens to your contacts after canceling or pausing Smart Sourcing

If you pause or cancel your Smart Sourcing subscription, you’ll still have access to any existing contacts for a limited time. Their contact information remains available for six months from the date it was granted, so you can continue viewing candidate names and details during that period.

The way contacts are managed may depend on your subscription type. For Professional subscriptions, the account admin may be able to move contacts to another subscription or into a shared contact pool. If you’re using a Standard subscription, contacts can’t be transferred or shared across accounts.

FAQs: Managing job posts on Indeed (pause, close, delete)

Can I reopen closed or paused jobs on Indeed?

Yes, you can reopen some closed or paused jobs on Indeed. To do so, click on the status dropdown menu next to the job and select “Open.” Once you’ve done this, the job will be reopened and will start appearing in Indeed’s job seeker search results again.

Does Indeed remove jobs when they are filled?

Indeed does not automatically remove jobs when they are filled. Instead, it is the employer’s responsibility to manage their job postings.

Who can pause or close jobs on Indeed?

When should I pause a job instead of closing it?

You might consider pausing a job, not closing it, if:

• You’re temporarily pausing on hiring (e.g., waiting on budget or approvals).
• You’re reviewing candidates before deciding whether to continue accepting applications.

How to delete/close my Indeed employer account?

Looking to delete your Indeed employer account, not just a job? Start by visiting this article for details on deactivating and closing your employer account.

Putting it all together

Managing job statuses on Indeed helps you keep your hiring activity aligned with what is actually happening in your business. By regularly updating roles to Open, Paused or Closed as your needs change, you can control where your budget is spent, prevent candidates from applying to positions that are no longer available and give your team a clear view of which jobs still need attention.

Using your Jobs dashboard to review and adjust statuses, and pausing or canceling tools like Smart Sourcing when hiring slows, can support cleaner reporting, a better candidate experience and a more organized, cost-aware approach to recruiting.

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