Quick summary
This page outlines Indeed's policy for removing or rejecting uploaded photos, the criteria for evaluating them, and best practices for uploading photos to your profile. The sections on this page include:
Why was my photo removed?
You're here because your photo was rejected during the upload or removed shortly after. This means your content doesn't meet Indeed's profile photo guidelines. Check our best practices and reasons for moderation.
Best practices for uploading content
The photo is a professional depiction of you.
- Use a photo that's focused on your face and a professional representation of yourself.
- Don't upload photos that misrepresent you or are not directly relevant to you.
- Avoid creating confusion about who is in the photo. Don't include other people.
You have permission to use the photo.
- You created or took the photo.
- You received express permission from the creator to use their content.
Ensure you have obtained all rights before posting on our site and that the photo is specific or relevant to you or your working experience.
Here's what we look at when we moderate photos
Alleged crimes or contains legal implications
We look to see if the image depicts:
- Potentially hazardous or unhealthy work environments or situations
- Unprofessional content, such as drinking, smoking, and the use of drugs
Violent, vulgar, or sexual content
- Depictions of violence, disturbing imagery, or photos with any sexual overtones
- Photos that include what may be deemed as an intent to radicalize or contain exclusionary or hateful messaging
Navigates Indeed users away from our site
- Instructions for users to access another webpage
- Include information such as non-Indeed links or QR codes
Products or services advertisement
- Photos intended to promote sales or market a company's goods or services
- Photos representing a company, multiple individuals, or a staffing service
Sensitive or confidential information
If the image contains:
- Personally identifiable information such as private or personal home addresses
- Government-issued identification
- Financial information such as bank information or credit card numbers
- Proprietary or confidential company information
Quality issues
- Blurry, pixelated, or disoriented photos
Indeed aims to provide a platform where job seekers can represent themselves positively while preventing misuse and ensuring a safe and professional environment for all users.
Indeed reserves the right to remove any content at its sole discretion.