Key Takeaways
The big picture
- Indeed updated its Terms of Service and its privacy information in late December 2025, and the changes now sit in the real world of January 2026.
- The update focuses on clearer writing, more detail about artificial intelligence (AI), and sharper explanations of what a profile can share in public search.
- Employers are warned about new “regulatory fees” that can apply from January 1, 2026, in certain countries.
- New notes also cover accessibility links, reporting routes for illegal content in the United Kingdom (Europe), and data-law language for Brazil (South America).
- A linked sign-in option connects Indeed and Glassdoor under one login, with controls meant to keep user privacy choices intact.
Story & Details
A notice that reshapes everyday habits
Indeed is the topic here: a large job platform that many people use to search, apply, and hire. In this update, the message is simple. The rules and the privacy language have been revised, and continued use of the site is treated as acceptance.
The first change is tone and structure. The Terms of Service were reorganized to be easier to read and to make key ideas easier to find. That sounds small, but it matters: people miss risk when text is dense. Clear headings and plain sentences reduce accidental agreement.
Accessibility is placed closer to the front
A new link points to an accessibility statement. This matters for two reasons. It signals that accessibility is not a side topic, and it gives a clear public place to check how the service aims to stay usable for people with different needs. For anyone building or buying hiring tools, the message is that accessibility is part of the product, not just a promise.
Job ads, pricing, and the new fee language
The update also touches job advertising terms for employers. It highlights newer pricing models, including “per day” options. That is a practical shift: time-based pricing changes how budgets are planned and how long a post stays active.
One line lands with more weight in January 2026. The Terms of Service now say that “regulatory fees” can be charged beginning January 1, 2026, in certain countries, up to three percent of the transaction, and shown as a line item on invoices. For employers, that means the true cost of a campaign can include a new layer, and invoice review becomes a monthly habit rather than a surprise.
Profiles, public search, and the quiet power of defaults
For job seekers, the update highlights what can be shared with employers when a profile is set to appear in public searches. This is not only about what is written in a resume. It is also about actions and activity that can become visible when the right setting is turned on.
The practical lesson is simple: privacy often lives in defaults. If a profile is “public,” the platform may make more parts of it discoverable than expected. A quick settings review can matter more than rewriting a resume.
AI is no longer a small footnote
Indeed also expands its language on AI. The Terms describe AI-generated content more directly and place responsibility on users when using that content on the site. The direction is clear: AI can help, but it can also be wrong, incomplete, or out of context. The safest habit is to treat AI output like a draft, then confirm key details with primary sources such as the employer’s own post, a contract, or a direct message.
The privacy language also notes AI use in customer calls. In plain terms, that signals that automated tools may help run or analyze some support interactions. For many people, the key takeaway is not fear. It is awareness: a call is part of a data trail.
Country-specific legal notes, and a new account bridge
A new privacy section is relevant for users in the United Kingdom (Europe). It describes how the platform handles illegal content and how reporting can work under the Online Safety Act. Another section speaks to Brazil (South America) and its data protection law, the Brazilian General Data Protection Law.
One more change is about account access. Candidates may sign in to Glassdoor using Indeed credentials through a shared login option. The platform frames this as faster access and a smoother experience, while still keeping controls that let users decide what employers can see and keeping certain activity anonymous on Glassdoor.
Small print that still matters
The message also points users to update account information through a provided account link, and it promotes mobile access through free apps on the App Store and Google Play.
The corporate footer names the publisher as Indeed Ireland Operations Limited and lists a public business address: Block B, Capital Dock, 80 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin 2, D02 HE36, Ireland (Europe). It also states that Indeed processes and analyzes activity linked to the message itself.
A short Dutch mini-lesson for clearer requests
Dutch example one: Ik heb een vraag.
This sentence is used to start politely and clearly.
Word-by-word: Ik = I, heb = have, een = a, vraag = question.
Register: neutral and common in everyday situations.
Dutch example two: Kunt u mij helpen?
This sentence is used for a polite request to a stranger or in a formal setting.
Word-by-word: Kunt = can, u = you (formal), mij = me, helpen = help.
Variant for an informal setting: Kun je me helpen?
Word-by-word: Kun = can, je = you (informal), me = me, helpen = help.
Conclusions
A simple routine for a noisy internet
In January 2026, the most useful response is calm and practical. Check profile visibility. Read the parts about AI and treat generated text as a draft, not a fact. Employers should scan invoices for the new fee language and understand “per day” pricing. Users in the United Kingdom (Europe) and Brazil (South America) should note the legal sections that shape reporting and data rights. The update is not only legal text. It is a map of how the platform wants everyday use to work.
Selected References
[1] https://www.indeed.com/legal
[2] https://www.indeed.com/legal/indeed-jobs
[3] https://www.indeed.com/esg/accessibility
[4] https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/online-safety-act-explainer/online-safety-act-explainer
[5] https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/50
[6] https://www.gov.br/anpd/pt-br/centrais-de-conteudo/outros-documentos-e-publicacoes-institucionais/lgpd-en-lei-no-13-709-capa.pdf
[7] https://support.indeed.com/hc/en-us/articles/41013115915917-About-One-Login-for-Glassdoor-and-Indeed
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrM05kWNHUM
Appendix
Accessibility statement: A public page that explains how a service aims to be usable for people with disabilities, including design and support practices.
App Store: Apple’s official marketplace for installing iOS applications.
Artificial intelligence (AI): Computer systems that can produce text, rankings, or predictions from patterns in data, often used for suggestions, summaries, or automation.
Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD): The main data protection law for Brazil (South America), setting rules for how personal data can be collected and used.
Digital service fee: A platform-added charge tied to local legislation costs, shown as an extra cost on invoices in certain countries.
Employer job advertising program: A set of paid tools for employers to post roles, manage visibility, and choose pricing models such as time-based options.
Glassdoor: A platform for company information and workplace-related community content that can be connected to an Indeed login.
Online Safety Act: A law in the United Kingdom (Europe) that sets safety duties for online services, including systems to reduce illegal content risks and provide reporting routes.
Privacy policy: A document that explains what personal data is collected, how it is used, and what choices or rights a user may have.
Profile visibility: A setting that controls whether a user profile can appear in public searches and what parts may be seen by employers.
Terms of service: The contract-like rules that define what users and the platform agree to when using the service.
Transaction fee: A percentage-based charge added to a transaction amount, often listed as a separate line item.
My Diary - Leonardo Cardillo 