DidTheyGhostYou.com & Candidate Ghosting Trends


A new crowdsourced directory, DidTheyGhostYou.com, has emerged to publicly track and hold companies accountable for candidate ghosting post-interview. The platform reflects growing jobseeker frustration with modern hiring practices and provides a public record of both poor and exemplary recruitment communication.

Key Findings & Data

  • Candidate Experience: 53% of jobseekers report being ghosted by an employer after an interview within the past year (Source: Criteria survey).

  • Market Pressure: With over 7 million unemployed Americans actively seeking work, candidate dissatisfaction with hiring communication is at a high.

  • Dual Focus: The site tracks both "Most Reported" ghosters and companies recognized as "Good Communicators" for sending timely rejection notices.

Employer Spotlights

CategoryTop 5 Rated Companies
Most Reported (Ghosting)

1. Apple


2. Microsoft


3. Capital One


4. Salesforce


5. Meta

Good Communicators

1. The Coca-Cola Company


2. Nvidia


3. CIBC US


4. Imbibe


5. SpaceXAi

Industry & Professional Reaction

"We have to start fighting back in some way... at the very least before you apply, you can cross-reference to see if the company is on the list."

Clara Diaz, Executive Assistant, SUNY Maritime College

"I have been a recruiter for 20 years and know firsthand that it takes no time at all to follow up with candidates. Ghosting is rude, hurtful, and unprofessional... Job seekers deserve better."

Melissa Grabiner, HR & Recruiting Professional

Key Takeaways for Talent Acquisition

  • Employer Brand Risk: Public accountability tools like DidTheyGhostYou.com turn candidate experience into a visible factor in employer reputation.

  • Automation & Courtesy: Recruiting leaders emphasize that basic status updates require minimal time or resources, eliminating excuses for post-interview non-communication.

  • Competitive Advantage: Companies practicing clear, respectful communication stand out as desirable employers in a crowded market.

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