Ghost Job Checker

Paste a job posting and find out in seconds whether it's likely a real opening — or a ghost job. Free, no sign-up.

Checks are anonymous — only the verdict and a short excerpt are kept so you can share the result. URL fetch works best on public pages — otherwise paste the description.

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If it's a real opening, give it your best shot. Sign up free and Rankd turns this posting into a tailored resume and a matching cover letter, scores your real odds, and preps you for the interview.

  • Tailored, ATS-optimized resume & cover letter for this exact job
  • 7-block evaluation: match score, level, salary & gaps before you apply
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What is a ghost job?

A ghost job is a posting that doesn't represent a real, active opening. Companies sometimes leave roles up to build a talent pipeline, harvest resumes, satisfy internal policy, or project growth — even when they aren't actively hiring. For job seekers, ghost jobs waste time and energy that could go toward real opportunities.

How the ghost job checker works

Paste the job description above and Rankd's AI analyzes legitimacy signals — salary transparency, requirement clarity, role specificity, scope, application process, and repost indicators — then returns a verdict: High Confidence, Proceed with Caution, or Suspicious, with the specific signals behind it.

Common ghost-job red flags

Vague or generic requirements, no salary range, an unusually broad list of responsibilities, no real company information, postings that stay open for months, and "evergreen" reposts are all signals worth a closer look before you invest time applying.