Employer Features: What Recruiters Can See

Transparency is key to trust. This guide explains exactly what employers and recruiters can see when they view your Tabbio profile, how employer verification works, and what data access they have.

Understanding Employer vs. Regular Users

Regular Users (Non-Employers)

When someone without verified employer status views your profile, they see:

• Public information only: Based on your profile visibility settings
• No special access: Same view as any other public visitor
• Limited contact: Can only use contact methods you've made public
• No application data: Cannot see your job application history

Verified Employers

Verified employers get enhanced access when you've set visibility to "Employers-Only":

• Complete professional profile: All sections you've chosen to share
• Contact information: Based on your contact preferences for employers
• Application context: If you've applied to their jobs
• Professional details: Enhanced view of experience and skills

Employer Verification Process

How We Verify Employers

Tabbio uses a rigorous verification process to ensure legitimate business access:

Business Email Verification

• Company domain required: Must use official company email address
• Domain verification: We verify the company owns the email domain
• Business registration: Cross-reference with business registration databases
• Manual review: Human verification of employer legitimacy

Company Information Requirements

• Legal company name: Official registered business name
• Business address: Verified physical business location
• Company size: Number of employees and revenue information
• Industry classification: Verified business sector and type
• Website verification: Active company website with matching information

Verification Badges

Verified employers receive:

• Verification badge: Visual indicator on their profile
• Trust indicators: Additional credibility markers
• Enhanced features: Access to employer-specific tools
• Compliance status: Regular re-verification requirements

What Employers Must Provide

To become verified, employers must submit:

• Government business license: Valid business registration
• Tax identification: Business tax numbers or equivalent
• Authorized representative: Proof of authority to hire
• Contact verification: Multiple verified contact methods
• References: Business references or industry associations

Profile Information Visible to Employers

When Profile is Set to "Employers-Only"

Always Visible to Verified Employers

• Professional headline: Your current role or desired position
• Work experience: Complete employment history with details
• Education background: Degrees, certifications, and academic achievements
• Skills and competencies: All professional skills you've listed
• Career highlights: Key accomplishments and achievements
• Professional summary: Your career overview and objectives

Conditionally Visible (Based on Your Settings)

• Contact information: Email, phone based on your contact preferences
• Location details: Address information per your location settings
• Salary expectations: If you've chosen to share this information
• Availability: Start date and notice period information
• Portfolio samples: Work examples you've made visible to employers
• References: Professional references if you've included them

Never Visible to Employers

• Private notes: Your personal reminders and private thoughts
• Account security info: Login details, password information
• Payment information: Any subscription or payment details
• Messages with others: Communications with other users (unless they're party to the conversation)
• Analytics data: Your profile view statistics and visitor information

When Profile is Public

What Employers See (Same as Everyone)

• Public profile information: Based on your public visibility settings
• No special access: Same view as any public visitor
• Contact limitations: Only publicly visible contact methods
• Standard interaction: Must use public contact methods

When Profile is Private or Private Link Only

What Employers See

• Nothing: Profile is not discoverable by employers
• No search results: Won't appear in employer candidate searches
• No contact access: Cannot reach you through the platform
• Exception: If you share your private link directly with specific employers

Employer Dashboard and Tools

What Employers Can Do

Verified employers have access to:

• Candidate search: Search for profiles set to "Employers-Only" or public
• Profile viewing: Enhanced view of candidate information
• Contact capabilities: Direct messaging through the platform
• Application management: Track candidates who apply to their jobs
• Team collaboration: Share candidate profiles with hiring team members

Employer Analytics About You

When employers view your profile, they can see:

• When they viewed: Date and time of their profile visits
• Their viewing history: Their own record of candidates viewed
• Application status: If you've applied to their positions

What Employers Cannot See

• Other viewers: Who else has viewed your profile
• Your activity: When you were last active or online
• Your searches: What jobs or companies you've searched for
• Other applications: Jobs you've applied to with different companies
• Profile analytics: Your view counts or visitor statistics

Job Application Data

When You Apply to a Job

Information Shared with Employer

• Application materials: Your submitted resume/CV and cover letter
• Profile snapshot: Version of your profile at time of application
• Application responses: Answers to their specific job questions
• Contact information: Methods you've authorized for that application
• Availability information: Start date and salary expectations (if provided)

Application Tracking

• Application status: Current stage of your application
• Communication history: Messages exchanged about the application
• Interview scheduling: Meeting details and calendar integration
• Feedback and notes: Employer's internal notes about your candidacy

Your Control Over Application Data

• Withdraw applications: Remove your application and associated data
• Update information: Modify application materials after submission
• Communication preferences: Control how employers can contact you about applications
• Data retention: Understand how long application data is kept

Search and Discovery

How Employers Find You

Employer Search Capabilities

When your profile is set to "Employers-Only," verified employers can find you through:

• Keyword searches: Based on skills, experience, education
• Location filters: Geographic search parameters
• Experience level: Years of experience and seniority level
• Industry filters: Specific industry experience and knowledge
• Education filters: Degree requirements and institutional preferences

Search Result Information

In search results, employers see:

• Basic profile information: Name, headline, location (as per your settings)
• Match indicators: How well you fit their search criteria
• Availability status: Whether you're actively job searching
• Last activity: General timeframe of recent profile activity (not specific dates)

What Employers Cannot Search

• Private information: Contact details, personal notes, private sections
• Application history: Your applications to other companies
• Salary information: Unless you've specifically made it visible
• Personal preferences: Your job search preferences and requirements

Profile Recommendations

How Recommendations Work

• Skill matching: Employers see candidates with relevant skills
• Experience alignment: Matching based on experience level and industry
• Location preferences: Geographic compatibility for role requirements
• Availability matching: Candidates available for their timeline

Your Control Over Recommendations

• Opt-out capability: Disable appearing in employer recommendations
• Preference settings: Control what types of roles you're recommended for
• Industry targeting: Specify industries where you want to appear
• Experience level: Indicate the level of roles you're interested in

Messaging and Communication

Employer-Initiated Contact

How Employers Can Contact You

Based on your settings, employers may contact you through:

• Tabbio messaging: Internal platform messaging system
• Direct email: If you've made your email visible to employers
• Phone contact: If you've shared phone number with employers
• Application follow-up: Communication related to specific job applications

Message Content and Privacy

• Message screening: You can review messages before responding
• Contact preferences: Set expectations for response times
• Professional boundaries: Maintain appropriate professional communication
• Spam protection: Report inappropriate or irrelevant messages

Your Communication Rights

• Response choice: No obligation to respond to employer messages
• Block capability: Block specific employers from contacting you
• Privacy control: Maintain control over personal information sharing
• Professional discretion: Choose which opportunities to pursue

Data Retention and Employer Access

How Long Employers Keep Your Data

Active Applications

• During process: Data retained throughout hiring process
• Post-decision: May retain for compliance and record-keeping
• Legal requirements: Retention may be required by employment law
• Your rights: Can request information about data retention

Profile Views and Interest

• Employer records: Employers maintain their own records of candidates viewed
• Platform data: Tabbio maintains limited data about employer-candidate interactions
• Analytics: Aggregate data used for platform improvement (anonymized)

Your Data Rights with Employers

Right to Information

• Know who viewed: Understand which employers have accessed your profile
• Data usage: Information about how employers use your data
• Retention periods: How long employers keep your information
• Contact purposes: Why employers are contacting you

Right to Restrict

• Block specific employers: Prevent certain companies from viewing your profile
• Limit data sharing: Control what information is shared in applications
• Withdraw consent: Remove permission for data processing
• Update preferences: Change your employer visibility settings

Industry-Specific Considerations

Different Industries, Different Norms

Corporate Sectors

• Formal processes: Structured hiring and communication processes
• Compliance focus: Adherence to employment laws and regulations
• Reference checking: Thorough background and reference verification
• Professional communication: Formal business communication standards

Startup Environment

• Informal approach: More casual communication and hiring processes
• Speed emphasis: Faster decision-making and response times
• Cultural fit: Greater emphasis on personality and culture matching
• Flexibility: More flexible in terms of requirements and processes

Government and Security

• Enhanced verification: Additional background checking requirements
• Clearance considerations: Security clearance and background requirements
• Formal protocols: Strict adherence to government hiring procedures
• Privacy sensitivity: Higher awareness of privacy and security concerns

Creative Industries

• Portfolio focus: Heavy emphasis on creative work and portfolio
• Informal networking: More relationship-based hiring approaches
• Project-based: Understanding of freelance and project work
• Creative freedom: Emphasis on creative expression and innovation

Privacy Controls and Best Practices

Optimizing Your Employer Visibility

Active Job Seeking

Recommended settings:

• Profile visibility: Set to "Employers-Only" for targeted visibility
• Contact information: Make email visible to employers
• Complete profile: Ensure all sections are thoroughly filled out
• Regular updates: Keep information current and accurate

Passive Networking

Recommended settings:

• Profile visibility: "Employers-Only" with limited contact information
• Selective contact: Use private links for specific opportunities
• Industry focus: Target specific industries or company types
• Discreet approach: Maintain privacy while remaining open to opportunities

Career Transition

Recommended settings:

• Gradual visibility: Start with private links, progress to employer-only
• Skill emphasis: Highlight transferable skills and experiences
• Industry exploration: Use settings that attract diverse industries
• Professional development: Show commitment to learning and growth

Red Flags and Warning Signs

Identifying Legitimate vs. Questionable Employers

Legitimate Employer Indicators

• Verified status: Has Tabbio verification badge
• Professional communication: Clear, professional messaging
• Specific opportunities: References actual job openings and requirements
• Company information: Complete, verifiable company profile
• Reasonable requests: Asks for appropriate information only

Warning Signs to Watch For

• Unverified status: No verification badge or suspicious verification
• Generic messages: Mass-produced, impersonal communication
• Immediate payment requests: Asks for money or personal financial information
• Excessive personal information: Requests inappropriate personal details
• Pressure tactics: Urgent demands for immediate decisions

Protecting Yourself

• Verify companies independently: Research companies outside of Tabbio
• Professional communication: Maintain professional boundaries
• Trust your instincts: Be cautious of offers that seem too good to be true
• Report suspicious activity: Use Tabbio's reporting system for questionable behavior

Frequently Asked Questions

About Employer Access

Q: Can employers see if I'm currently employed? A: Only information you choose to share in your profile, such as current job title or employment status.

Q: Do employers know when I view their company page? A: No, your browsing activity on employer pages is private.

Q: Can employers see my salary expectations? A: Only if you've specifically included this information in your profile or application.

About Profile Privacy

Q: If I change my profile to private, do employers lose access? A: Yes, changing to private immediately removes employer access to your profile.

Q: Can I hide my profile from specific employers? A: Yes, you can block specific employers from viewing your profile.

Q: How do I know which employers have viewed my profile? A: This information is available in your profile analytics dashboard.

About Communication

Q: Am I required to respond to employer messages? A: No, you have complete control over whether and how to respond to employer communication.

Q: Can I report inappropriate employer behavior? A: Yes, Tabbio has reporting mechanisms for inappropriate or unprofessional employer behavior.

Your Rights and Controls

Summary of Your Rights

• ✅ Choose visibility level: Control whether employers can see your profile
• ✅ Control contact information: Decide how employers can reach you
• ✅ Block specific employers: Prevent certain companies from accessing your profile
• ✅ Withdraw applications: Remove your application and data from employers
• ✅ Report issues: Flag inappropriate or suspicious employer behavior
• ✅ Data portability: Export your data including employer interactions
• ✅ Deletion rights: Remove your profile and associated employer data

Using These Rights Effectively

• Regular review: Periodically audit your employer visibility settings
• Strategic adjustment: Modify settings based on your current career goals
• Professional networking: Use visibility controls to build strategic professional relationships
• Privacy balance: Find the right balance between opportunity and privacy

Getting Help

Support Resources

• Employer-related questions: ahmed@tabbio.com
• Privacy concerns: Mark emails as urgent for employer privacy issues
• Suspicious activity: Report inappropriate employer behavior immediately
• Technical issues: Include specific details about employer interaction problems

Self-Help Resources

• Employer settings guide: In-app tutorial for managing employer visibility
• Privacy dashboard: Comprehensive view of your employer-related settings
• Reporting tools: Easy-to-use systems for flagging issues
• Best practices: Guidelines for professional employer interaction

Conclusion

Understanding what employers can see helps you make informed decisions about your professional privacy and career opportunities. Tabbio's employer verification system and granular privacy controls give you the tools to:

• Control your professional exposure while remaining open to opportunities
• Maintain privacy while building meaningful professional relationships
• Build trust through transparency and verified employer interactions
• Advance your career with confidence in your privacy choices

Remember: You have complete control over what employers can see and how they can contact you. Use these controls strategically to achieve your career goals while maintaining your privacy preferences.

Next Steps

• Control your contact information
• Understand profile visibility settings
• Learn about private links security