Step-by-Step Guide: Building an Indeed Clone with Adalo

This comprehensive tutorial walks you through building a functional job board platform using Adalo's no-code platform. You'll create a two-sided marketplace connecting job seekers with employers, complete with job posting management, advanced search capabilities, application tracking, and payment processing—all without writing a single line of code.

What Is an Indeed Clone and Why Build One with a No-Code App Builder

An Indeed clone functions as a two-sided marketplace where employers post job opportunities and candidates search, filter, and apply for positions. Job board platforms require sophisticated features including user authentication systems, relational databases for job listings, search functionality, application management workflows, and user profile systems across distinct user types.

The online recruitment market is projected to reach $43.39 billion globally by 2027, creating substantial opportunities for niche job boards targeting specific industries, locations, or job categories. Traditional development of these platforms would require months of programming work, but no-code platforms enable entrepreneurs to validate their concepts quickly.

Core Features of Job Board Platforms

Job marketplaces like Indeed share several essential components:

• Dual user authentication with separate registration flows and permissions for employers and job seekers
• Job listing database storing positions with fields for title, description, location, salary, requirements, and status
• Advanced search and filtering by keywords, location, category, employment type, and salary range
• Application tracking system connecting candidates to job postings with status management
• User profiles for both employers (company information, posted jobs) and candidates (resume, work history, preferences)
• Messaging or notification systems alerting users to applications, new matches, and status updates
• Payment processing for premium job postings, featured listings, or subscription plans

Benefits of Using No-Code Development for Job Marketplaces

No-code platforms deliver compelling advantages for building job boards. Development costs can be significantly reduced compared to traditional approaches, while significantly reducing development time. These platforms handle the complex infrastructure—databases, authentication, hosting—allowing you to focus on your unique value proposition and target market.

By 2025, 70% of new enterprise applications will use low-code or no-code technologies, demonstrating the maturation and enterprise adoption of these platforms. For job board entrepreneurs, this means production-ready applications without technical co-founders or large development teams.

Setting Up Your Project: Choosing Adalo for Job Board Development

Step 1: Create Your Adalo Account and App

1. Visit Adalo.com and sign up for a free account
2. Click "Create New App" from your dashboard
3. Choose "Mobile App" or "Web App" (recommend Mobile for broader reach)
4. Name your application (e.g., "TechJobs" or "LocalHire")
5. Select "Start from Scratch" to build custom functionality

Adalo's free tier provides unlimited test apps; check current limits before committing to a paid plan.

Step 2: Configure Your App Theme

1. Select a primary color that reflects your brand (professional job boards often use blues, greens, or neutral tones)
2. Choose a complementary accent color for call-to-action buttons
3. Pick readable fonts—sans-serif fonts like Inter or Roboto work well for job listings
4. Set your default button styles and spacing
5. Click "Continue" to enter the visual editor

A majority of job seekers research or apply from mobile devices, making mobile-first design critical for user engagement.

Designing the Database Schema for Job Listings and User Profiles

Step 3: Enhance the Users Collection

Adalo creates a default Users collection automatically. You'll need to expand it with job board-specific properties:

1. Click the Database icon in the left sidebar
2. Select the "Users" collection
3. Click "+ Add Property" and add these fields:
   
   • Full Name (Text)
   • Phone Number (Text)
   • User Type (Text) - Options: "Employer", "Job Seeker"
   • Profile Image (Image)
   • Company Name (Text) - for employers
   • Company Logo (Image) - for employers
   • Company Website (Text) - for employers
   • Resume File (File) - for job seekers
   • Skills (Text, Multiline) - for job seekers
   • Experience Level (Text) - Options: "Entry Level", "Mid Level", "Senior Level"
   • Location (Location)
   • Bio (Text, Multiline)
   • Created Date (Date & Time - Automatic)

This structure supports the distinct needs of both user types while maintaining a single authentication system.

Step 4: Create the Jobs Collection

1. Click "+ Add Collection"
2. Name it "Jobs"
3. Add these properties:
   
   • Job ID (Text - set to "Auto-Generated")
   • Job Title (Text)
   • Job Description (Text, Multiline)
   • Company Name (Text)
   • Location (Location)
   • Location Address (Text)
   • Employment Type (Text) - Options: "Full-Time", "Part-Time", "Contract", "Temporary"
   • Experience Level (Text) - Options: "Entry Level", "Mid Level", "Senior Level"
   • Salary Min (Number)
   • Salary Max (Number)
   • Salary Type (Text) - Options: "Hourly", "Annual"
   • Job Category (Text) - Options: "Technology", "Marketing", "Sales", "Healthcare", etc.
   • Requirements (Text, Multiline)
   • Benefits (Text, Multiline)
   • Status (Text) - Options: "Active", "Expired", "Filled", "Draft"
   • Featured (True/False) - for premium listings
   • Posted Date (Date & Time - Automatic)
   • Expiration Date (Date & Time)
   • Application Count (Number - default: 0)

This schema captures all essential job posting information while supporting search functionality users expect from professional job boards.

Step 5: Create the Applications Collection

1. Click "+ Add Collection"
2. Name it "Applications"
3. Add these properties:
   
   • Application ID (Text - Auto-Generated)
   • Cover Letter (Text, Multiline)
   • Resume (File)
   • Status (Text) - Options: "Pending", "Reviewed", "Shortlisted", "Rejected", "Hired"
   • Applied Date (Date & Time - Automatic)
   • Notes (Text, Multiline) - for employer notes
   • Read (True/False) - tracking whether employer viewed application

This collection enables complete application lifecycle management from submission through hiring decisions.

Step 6: Create the Saved Jobs Collection

1. Click "+ Add Collection"
2. Name it "Saved Jobs"
3. Add properties:
   
   • Saved Date (Date & Time - Automatic)
   • Notes (Text, Multiline) - optional notes for job seekers

This simple collection allows candidates to bookmark interesting positions for later review.

Step 7: Set Up Database Relationships

Proper relationships between collections are essential for marketplace databases to function correctly:

In Jobs collection:

1. Add relationship to Users: "Posted By" (One Job → One User, One User → Many Jobs)
2. Add relationship to Applications: One Job → Many Applications
3. Add relationship to Saved Jobs: One Job → Many Saved Jobs

In Applications collection:

1. Add relationship to Users: "Applicant" (One Application → One User, One User → Many Applications)
2. Add relationship to Jobs: "Applied To" (One Application → One Job, One Job → Many Applications)

In Saved Jobs collection:

1. Add relationship to Users: "Saved By" (One Saved Job → One User, One User → Many Saved Jobs)
2. Add relationship to Jobs: "Job" (One Saved Job → One Job, One Job → Many Saved Jobs)

These relationships create the data structure enabling features like "view all applications for this job" and "show all jobs this user posted."

Building the Job Seeker Experience: Search, Filters, and Application Flow

Step 8: Create the Welcome Screen

1. Rename the default screen to "Welcome"
2. Add an Image component for your logo (top, centered)
3. Add Text with your value proposition: "Find your next opportunity" or "Connect with top employers"
4. Add two Buttons:
   
   • "Sign Up" → Link to "Sign Up" screen
   • "Login" → Link to "Login" screen
5. Style with your brand colors and ensure mobile responsiveness

Step 9: Build the Sign Up Screen

1. Add new screen "Sign Up"
2. Add Form component connected to Users collection:
   
   • Email (required)
   • Password (required)
   • Full Name (required)
   • Phone Number (optional)
3. Add Dropdown for User Type:
   
   • Label: "I am a..."
   • Options: "Job Seeker", "Employer"
   • This sets the User Type property
4. Add conditional actions on submit:
   
   • If User Type = "Employer" → Navigate to "Employer Setup" screen
   • If User Type = "Job Seeker" → Navigate to "Job Seeker Home" screen
5. Add "Already have an account? Login" link at bottom

This separation ensures users see appropriate interfaces based on their role from the start.

Step 10: Create Job Seeker Home Screen

1. Add new screen "Job Seeker Home"
2. Add Search Bar component at top:
   
   • Placeholder: "Job title, keywords, or company"
   • Connect to search functionality (configured in Step 12)
3. Add Horizontal Chips or Dropdown for quick filters:
   
   • Job Category
   • Location
   • Employment Type
4. Add "Featured Jobs" section:
   
   • Add Custom List of Jobs where Featured = True
   • Sort by Posted Date (Newest First)
   • Display: Company Logo, Job Title, Company Name, Location, Salary Range
5. Add "Recent Jobs" section:
   
   • Add Custom List of all Jobs where Status = "Active"
   • Sort by Posted Date (Newest First)
   • Limit to 20 results initially
6. Add bottom navigation:
   
   • Home icon → Current screen
   • Search icon → "Search Jobs" screen
   • Saved icon → "Saved Jobs" screen
   • Profile icon → "Profile" screen

Mobile-responsive design is critical for user engagement, so test this layout on various screen sizes.

Step 11: Build the Search Jobs Screen

1. Add new screen "Search Jobs"
2. Add Search Bar at top (persistent)
3. Add expandable filter section with:
   
   • Dropdown for Job Category
   • Location Input for Location
   • Dropdown for Employment Type
   • Dropdown for Experience Level
   • Range Slider for Salary (if available in marketplace, otherwise two number inputs)
   • Date Picker for "Posted Within" (Last 24 hours, Last 7 days, Last 30 days)
4. Add "Apply Filters" button
5. Add Custom List showing filtered results:
   
   • Filter dynamically based on search term and selected filters
   • Display: Job Title, Company Name, Location, Salary, Posted Date
   • Click on any job → Navigate to "Job Detail" screen

The importance of search and filtering cannot be overstated—users abandon platforms that don't quickly surface relevant results.

Step 12: Configure Advanced Search Logic

1. On the Jobs list component, click "Filter" icon
2. Set up filters that work together:
   
   • Job Title contains Search Bar input
   • OR Job Description contains Search Bar input
   • AND Job Category is Selected Category (if category selected)
   • AND Employment Type is Selected Type (if type selected)
   • AND Experience Level is Selected Level (if level selected)
   • AND Salary Min is greater than or equal to Salary Filter Min
   • AND Status is "Active"
3. Sort by: Posted Date (Newest First) or Relevance if using search ranking

Adalo's built-in filtering supports complex query logic essential for job board functionality.

Step 13: Create Job Detail Screen

1. Add new screen "Job Detail"
2. Configure to receive "Current Job" data when navigating from job lists
3. Add header section:
   
   • Image: Current Job → Posted By → Company Logo
   • Text: Current Job → Job Title (large, bold)
   • Text: Current Job → Company Name
   • Text: Current Job → Location Address
   • Text: Current Job → Posted Date (formatted: "Posted 3 days ago")
4. Add job information sections:
   
   • Text: Employment Type, Experience Level, Salary Range
   • Text: Current Job → Job Description (scrollable)
   • Text: Requirements (bulleted if possible)
   • Text: Benefits
5. Add action buttons:
   
   • Button: "Apply Now" → Navigate to "Apply" screen
   • Button: "Save Job" → Create new Saved Job record
   • Button: "Share" → Native share if available
6. Add "Similar Jobs" list at bottom:
   
   • Filter Jobs by same Category
   • Exclude Current Job
   • Limit to 5 results

Step 14: Build the Application Submission Screen

1. Add new screen "Apply"
2. Add form header showing job title and company
3. Add Form component connected to Applications collection:
   
   • Display logged-in user's name and email (read-only)
   • File Upload for Resume (if user hasn't uploaded to profile)
   • Text Area for Cover Letter (required)
   • Additional questions (optional - stored as text fields in Applications)
4. Add submit action:
   
   • Create new Application record
   • Set Applicant = Logged In User
   • Set Applied To = Current Job
   • Increment Current Job → Application Count by 1
   • Set Status = "Pending"
   • Navigate to "Application Submitted" confirmation screen
5. Add validation to prevent duplicate applications:
   
   • Check if Application already exists where Applicant = Logged In User AND Applied To = Current Job
   • If exists, show "You've already applied" message

Proper application tracking requires these relationships be configured correctly.

Step 15: Create My Applications Screen

1. Add new screen "My Applications"
2. Add Custom List of Applications:
   
   • Filter: Applicant = Logged In User
   • Sort by: Applied Date (Newest First)
3. Display for each application:
   
   • Image: Applied To → Posted By → Company Logo
   • Text: Applied To → Job Title
   • Text: Applied To → Company Name
   • Text: Status (with color coding: Pending = gray, Reviewed = blue, Shortlisted = green, Rejected = red)
   • Text: Applied Date
4. Click on application → Navigate to "Application Detail" screen showing full application info

Step 16: Build Saved Jobs Screen

1. Add new screen "Saved Jobs"
2. Add Custom List of Saved Jobs:
   
   • Filter: Saved By = Logged In User
   • Sort by: Saved Date (Newest First)
3. Display for each saved job:
   
   • Job → Job Title, Company Name, Location
   • Button: "Remove" → Delete this Saved Job record
   • Button: "Apply" → Navigate to Apply screen
4. Handle empty state: "No saved jobs yet. Start browsing to save positions you're interested in."

Creating the Employer Dashboard: Posting Jobs and Managing Candidates

Step 17: Build Employer Setup Screen

This screen appears after employer registration:

1. Add new screen "Employer Setup"
2. Add Form to update Logged In User:
   
   • Company Name (required)
   • Company Logo (image upload)
   • Company Website (URL)
   • Company Bio (text area)
   • Location (location input)
3. Submit button → Navigate to "Employer Dashboard"

Step 18: Create Employer Dashboard

1. Add new screen "Employer Dashboard"
2. Add stats cards at top:
   
   • Text: "Active Jobs" → Count of Jobs where Posted By = Logged In User AND Status = "Active"
   • Text: "Total Applications" → Sum of Application Count for all user's jobs
   • Text: "Pending Reviews" → Count of Applications where Applied To → Posted By = Logged In User AND Status = "Pending"
3. Add quick actions:
   
   • Button: "Post New Job" → Navigate to "Post Job" screen
   • Button: "View All Jobs" → Navigate to "My Jobs" screen
   • Button: "Manage Applications" → Navigate to "Applications" screen
4. Add "Recent Applications" list:
   
   • Show last 10 applications to any of user's jobs
   • Display: Applicant name, Job title, Applied date, Status
   • Click → Navigate to application detail

Step 19: Build Post Job Form

1. Add new screen "Post Job"
2. Add Form connected to Jobs collection:
   
   • Job Title (required)
   • Job Category (dropdown, required)
   • Location (location input)
   • Location Address (text, auto-filled from location)
   • Employment Type (dropdown, required)
   • Experience Level (dropdown)
   • Salary Min (number)
   • Salary Max (number)
   • Salary Type (dropdown: Hourly/Annual)
   • Job Description (text area, required)
   • Requirements (text area)
   • Benefits (text area)
   • Expiration Date (date picker - default to 30 days from today)
3. Add submit action:
   
   • Create new Job record
   • Set Posted By = Logged In User
   • Set Status = "Active"
   • Set Posted Date = Today
   • Set Company Name = Logged In User → Company Name
   • Navigate to "Job Posted" confirmation screen
4. Add "Save as Draft" button (sets Status = "Draft" instead)

Step 20: Create My Jobs Management Screen

1. Add new screen "My Jobs"
2. Add tab navigation or filters:
   
   • Active Jobs
   • Draft Jobs
   • Expired Jobs
3. Add Custom List of Jobs:
   
   • Filter: Posted By = Logged In User
   • Additional filter based on selected tab
   • Sort by: Posted Date (Newest First)
4. Display for each job:
   
   • Text: Job Title, Location, Posted Date
   • Text: Application Count
   • Text: Status badge
   • Button: "Edit" → Navigate to edit form (update existing job)
   • Button: "View Applications" → Navigate to applications for this job
   • Toggle or Button: Change Status (Active/Expired)
   • Button: "Delete" (with confirmation dialog)

This interface handles the employer dashboard functionality critical to two-sided marketplaces.

Step 21: Build Application Management Screen

1. Add new screen "Manage Applications"
2. Add filter dropdown to select specific job or "All Jobs"
3. Add status filter: All, Pending, Reviewed, Shortlisted, Rejected
4. Add Custom List of Applications:
   
   • Filter: Applied To → Posted By = Logged In User
   • Additional filters based on selected job and status
   • Sort by: Applied Date (Newest First)
5. Display for each application:
   
   • Image: Applicant → Profile Image
   • Text: Applicant → Full Name
   • Text: Applied To → Job Title
   • Text: Applied Date
   • Text: Status
   • Button: "View Details" → Navigate to application detail screen

Step 22: Create Application Detail Screen

1. Add new screen "Application Detail"
2. Display applicant information:
   
   • Image: Current Application → Applicant → Profile Image
   • Text: Applicant → Full Name
   • Text: Applicant → Email
   • Text: Applicant → Phone Number
   • Text: Applicant → Location
   • Text: Applicant → Skills
3. Display application content:
   
   • Text: Applied To → Job Title (header)
   • Text: Cover Letter (scrollable)
   • File Download: Resume
4. Add status management buttons:
   
   • Button: "Mark as Reviewed" → Update Status to "Reviewed"
   • Button: "Shortlist" → Update Status to "Shortlisted"
   • Button: "Reject" → Update Status to "Rejected"
5. Add notes section:
   
   • Text Input: Employer Notes (updates Current Application → Notes)
6. Add contact actions:
   
   • Button: "Email Applicant" → mailto: link
   • Button: "Call" → tel: link (if phone provided)

Adding Essential Integrations: Payments, Email, and External APIs

Step 23: Install and Configure Stripe for Payments

Job boards typically monetize through multiple revenue streams including paid postings, featured listings, subscriptions, and ads. To implement payment processing:

1. Navigate to Adalo Marketplace
2. Search for "Stripe" and install the Stripe Payment component
3. Sign up for a Stripe account at stripe.com
4. Get your API keys (test keys for development, live keys for production)
5. In Adalo, configure Stripe integration with your API keys
6. Create a new collection "Transactions" with properties:
   
   • Transaction ID (Auto-generated)
   • Amount (Number)
   • Type (Text: "Job Posting", "Featured Listing", "Subscription")
   • Stripe Payment ID (Text)
   • Status (Text: "Pending", "Completed", "Failed")
   • Created Date (Date & Time)

Step 24: Create Premium Job Posting Flow

1. Add new screen "Premium Options"
2. Display pricing tiers:
   
   • Card: "Standard Posting" - $99 (30-day listing)
   • Card: "Featured Posting" - $199 (30 days + homepage featured)
   • Card: "Urgent Hiring" - $299 (Featured + "Urgent" badge)
3. Add selection mechanism (radio buttons or clickable cards)
4. Add "Continue to Payment" button → Navigate to "Payment" screen
5. On Payment screen:
   
   • Add Stripe Payment component
   • Set Amount based on selected tier
   • Add cardholder name, card number, expiry, CVC fields
   • On successful payment:
     
     • Create Transaction record
     • Update current Job → Featured status if applicable
     • Update Expiration Date
     • Navigate to success confirmation
6. Add payment history in employer dashboard showing all transactions

Step 25: Set Up Email Notifications

1. Install email integration from marketplace (or use Adalo's built-in email actions)
2. Configure email templates for:
   
   • New Application Received (to employer):
     
     • Trigger: When new Application created
     • Send to: Applied To → Posted By → Email
     • Content: "You have a new application for [Job Title] from [Applicant Name]"
   • Application Status Update (to job seeker):
     
     • Trigger: When Application → Status changes
     • Send to: Applicant → Email
     • Content: "Your application for [Job Title] at [Company] has been [Status]"
   • Job Expiring Soon (to employer):
     
     • Trigger: When Expiration Date is 3 days away (requires scheduled action)
     • Send to: Posted By → Email
     • Content: "Your job posting '[Job Title]' expires in 3 days"

Learn more about email integrations in Adalo's documentation.

Step 26: Connect External APIs (Optional)

For advanced features like salary data or job imports:

1. Navigate to Adalo's external collections documentation
2. Consider integrating:
   
   • Salary data APIs (such as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or commercial providers)
   • Google Maps API for location autocomplete (often included in location components)
   • LinkedIn API for profile importing (advanced)
3. Set up API calls using Custom Actions:
   
   • Add API endpoint URL
   • Configure authentication headers
   • Map response data to your collections
4. For automation workflows, connect Zapier or Make:
   
   • Auto-post jobs to social media
   • Sync applications to your ATS
   • Send Slack notifications for new applications

Implementing Advanced Features: Geolocation, Matching, and Notifications

Step 27: Add Location-Based Job Search

1. On Search Jobs screen, add location filter:
   
   • Location Input component: "Search by location"
   • Range Slider: "Within X miles" (5, 10, 25, 50, 100 miles)
2. Configure list filtering:
   
   • Filter Jobs where Location is within [Selected Distance] of [Selected Location]
   • Note: This requires location-enabled components or calculations
3. Display distance on job cards:
   
   • Show "X miles away" under job location
   • Sort option: "Distance (Nearest First)"

Since location-based features enhance relevance, consider installing map components from the marketplace to display job locations visually.

Step 28: Build Job Recommendation System

While complex algorithms require external integrations, create basic matching:

1. Add "Preferred Categories" field to Users (Job Seeker profile)
2. Add "Preferred Locations" field to Users
3. Create "Recommended for You" section on Job Seeker Home:
   
   • Filter Jobs where Category is in Logged In User → Preferred Categories
   • AND Location is within 25 miles of Logged In User → Location
   • AND Experience Level matches Logged In User → Experience Level
   • Sort by Posted Date
4. Add "Why recommended" text explaining match factors

Step 29: Implement Push Notifications

1. Request notification permissions on first app launch
2. Configure notifications for job seekers:
   
   • "New jobs matching your criteria" (daily digest)
   • "Application status updated"
   • "Saved job expiring soon"
3. Configure notifications for employers:
   
   • "New application received"
   • "Job posting expiring in 3 days"
   • "Monthly performance summary"
4. Add notification preferences screen:
   
   • Toggle for each notification type
   • Frequency settings (immediate, daily digest, weekly)
   • Email vs. push notification preferences

Review Adalo's notification documentation for implementation details.

Step 30: Add Application Analytics for Employers

1. Create "Analytics" screen for employers
2. Add date range selector (Last 7 days, Last 30 days, Last 90 days, All Time)
3. Display metrics:
   
   • Text: Total Jobs Posted
   • Text: Total Applications Received
   • Text: Average Applications per Job
   • Text: Most Popular Job Category
   • Text: Application Response Rate
4. Add Chart Component (if available) showing:
   
   • Applications over time (line graph)
   • Applications by job (bar chart)
   • Applications by source (if tracking referral source)

These analytics help employers understand their recruitment performance and optimize future postings.

Designing a Responsive Interface for Web and Mobile

Step 31: Optimize Mobile Layout

Since no-code platforms can significantly reduce development time, investing time in responsive design ensures users access your platform on any device:

1. Test all screens in mobile preview (375px width)
2. Adjust form layouts:
   
   • Stack inputs vertically on mobile
   • Use full-width buttons
   • Increase tap target sizes to minimum 44x44px
3. Optimize lists for mobile:
   
   • Simplify card designs (fewer fields visible)
   • Use "View More" buttons instead of showing all details
   • Implement infinite scroll or "Load More" for long lists
4. Adjust navigation:
   
   • Use bottom tab bar for primary navigation
   • Hamburger menu for secondary options
   • Sticky search bar at top

Step 32: Create Consistent UI Components

1. Use Adalo's component marketplace for professional UI elements:
   
   • Card components for job listings
   • Badge components for status indicators
   • Rating components (if adding employer/company ratings)
2. Establish design system:
   
   • Primary button style (accent color, rounded corners)
   • Secondary button style (outline, background transparent)
   • Card shadow and border radius consistency
   • Spacing grid (8px base unit recommended)
3. Add empty states for all lists:
   
   • "No jobs found" with suggestion to adjust filters
   • "No applications yet" with encouragement to apply
   • "No saved jobs" with browse button

Step 33: Implement Accessibility Features

1. Use sufficient color contrast (minimum 4.5:1 for text)
2. Add descriptive labels to all input fields
3. Use meaningful button text ("Apply to this position" vs. "Click here")
4. Ensure keyboard navigation works for web version
5. Add loading states for all data-fetching operations
6. Provide error messages with clear resolution steps

Testing Your Job Board App Before Launch

Step 34: Create Test Data

Before launching, populate your database with realistic content:

1. Create test employer accounts (5-10):
   
   • Different industries
   • Various company sizes
   • Mix of local and national employers
2. Create test job seeker accounts (10-15):
   
   • Different experience levels
   • Various skills and locations
   • Mix of active and passive seekers
3. Add sample job postings (50-100):
   
   • Variety of categories and locations
   • Different employment types
   • Mix of salary ranges
   • Some active, some expired, some featured
4. Create sample applications (20-30):
   
   • Different statuses
   • Varying application dates
   • Realistic cover letters and resume uploads

This testing data reveals issues with filtering, sorting, and performance under load.

Step 35: Test Core User Flows

Test these critical paths with different user accounts:

Job Seeker Flow:

1. Sign up as job seeker
2. Complete profile
3. Search for jobs using various filters
4. Save jobs to favorites
5. Apply to multiple positions
6. Check application status
7. Update profile information

Employer Flow:

1. Sign up as employer
2. Complete company profile
3. Post a job (both free and paid)
4. Edit existing job posting
5. View received applications
6. Update application statuses
7. View analytics dashboard

Payment Flow:

1. Attempt to post premium job
2. Complete Stripe payment
3. Verify job is marked as featured
4. Check transaction appears in payment history

Step 36: Performance and Bug Testing

1. Test search with various keywords:
   
   • Verify results are relevant
   • Check filters work in combination
   • Ensure "no results" state displays correctly
2. Test on multiple devices:
   
   • iPhone (iOS Safari)
   • Android phone (Chrome)
   • iPad/tablet (medium screens)
   • Desktop browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
3. Verify all relationships work:
   
   • Applications link to correct jobs and users
   • Job statistics calculate accurately
   • Email notifications trigger properly
4. Test edge cases:
   
   • Very long job descriptions
   • Special characters in inputs
   • Concurrent applications to same job
   • Expired jobs don't appear in active searches

Publishing Your Indeed Clone to Web, iOS, and Android

Step 37: Configure Production Settings

Before publishing, update your app configuration:

1. Set production API keys:
   
   • Stripe live keys (replace test keys)
   • Google Maps API key (if using location features)
   • Email service credentials
2. Configure app metadata:
   
   • App name
   • App icon (1024x1024px)
   • Splash screen
   • App description
3. Set up custom domain (requires paid plan):
   
   • Purchase domain ($10-45 annually)
   • Follow Adalo's domain connection guide
4. Review privacy policy and terms of service:
   
   • Add screens for legal documents
   • Include links in footer
   • Ensure GDPR compliance if serving EU users

Step 38: Publish to Web

1. Click Publish button in Adalo editor
2. For free tier: App published to subdomain (yourapp.adalo.com)
3. For paid plans: Connect custom domain
4. Configure settings:
   
   • Enable/disable user registration
   • Set password requirements
   • Configure app availability (public vs. private)
5. Test published web app thoroughly before promoting

Web publishing is immediate and can be updated anytime with manual or automatic deployment.

Step 39: Submit to Apple App Store

Publishing to iOS requires additional steps and costs:

1. Enroll in Apple Developer Program ($99/year)
2. In Adalo, navigate to Publishing → iOS
3. Configure iOS-specific settings:
   
   • Bundle identifier (unique app ID)
   • Version number (start with 1.0.0)
   • Build number
4. Generate App Store assets:
   
   • Screenshots (required sizes for different devices)
   • App preview video (optional)
   • App description and keywords
5. Submit for review:
   
   • Adalo generates .ipa file
   • Upload to App Store Connect
   • Fill out metadata
   • Submit for Apple's review (typically a few days, though timelines vary)

Learn more in Adalo's iOS publishing guide.

Step 40: Deploy to Google Play Store

Android deployment has lower barriers:

1. Create Google Play Developer account (one-time $25 fee)
2. In Adalo, navigate to Publishing → Android
3. Configure Android settings:
   
   • Package name
   • Version code and name
4. Generate Play Store assets:
   
   • Feature graphic (1024x500px)
   • Screenshots
   • App description
5. Submit to Google Play:
   
   • Adalo generates .aab file
   • Upload to Play Console
   • Complete store listing
   • Submit for review (often shorter, but timelines vary)

See Adalo's Android publishing documentation for detailed instructions.

Scaling Your Job Board: Pricing Plans, Storage, and Performance

Step 41: Choose the Right Adalo Plan

As your job board grows, you'll need to upgrade from the free tier. Check Adalo's pricing page for current plan details, features, and storage limits. Plans typically offer:

Free Tier:

• Unlimited test apps
• Limited records
• Adalo subdomain only
• Best for: MVP testing and validation

Starter Plan:

• Published apps
• Custom domain
• Remove Adalo branding
• Best for: Launching your first live job board

Professional Plan:

• Multiple published apps
• Collaborators
• Custom integrations
• Geolocation support
• Best for: Growing job boards with multiple niches

Team Plan:

• Multiple published apps
• Multiple editors
• Priority support
• External database integration available on select plans
• Best for: Professional job board businesses

Business Plan:

• Many published apps
• Unlimited editors
• Special add-on pricing
• Best for: Job board portfolio or agency

No-code development can significantly reduce upfront costs versus traditional development, making monthly plan costs a fraction of traditional development expenses.

Step 42: Optimize for Performance

Adalo processes over 20 million data requests daily, but optimization helps:

1. Limit list results with pagination:
   
   • Show 20-50 jobs per page
   • Add "Load More" button
   • Use Adalo's built-in pagination features
2. Optimize images:
   
   • Compress company logos before upload
   • Use appropriate image sizes (don't upload 4MB files)
   • Consider CDN for faster loading
3. Minimize database queries:
   
   • Only load necessary fields in lists
   • Use counts instead of loading full lists when possible
   • Remove unnecessary relationships from list views
4. Implement data archiving:
   
   • Move expired jobs (>90 days old) to archived status
   • Periodically clean test data
   • Set up automated expiration workflows

Step 43: Scale with External Database (Advanced)

For job boards approaching record limits or needing advanced features:

1. Consider Xano integration:
   
   • Scalable backend handling millions of records
   • Advanced API capabilities
   • Custom business logic
   • Available on select plans
2. Or use Airtable integration:
   
   • Familiar spreadsheet interface
   • Record limits depend on your Airtable plan
   • Easier for non-technical team members
3. Set up external collections:
   
   • Connect Adalo to external database
   • Map fields to your interface
   • Maintain Adalo's visual builder while leveraging external data storage

This approach lets you handle production-grade applications with proper architecture planning.

Monetization Strategies: Premium Listings, Subscriptions, and In-App Purchases

Step 44: Implement Tiered Job Posting

Based on industry data showing job posting fees generate substantial revenue for job boards:

1. Create pricing tiers in your database:
   
   • Basic: $99 - 30-day listing
   • Featured: $199 - 30-day featured placement
   • Premium: $299 - Featured + urgent badge + social promotion
2. Add visual differentiation:
   
   • Featured jobs appear with colored border
   • Premium jobs show "Urgent" or "Hot" badge
   • Featured listings appear first in search results
3. Create packages:
   
   • 5-pack: $450 (10% discount)
   • 10-pack: $850 (14% discount)
   • Track remaining credits in employer account

Step 45: Build Subscription Model

1. Create Subscription collection:
   
   • Plan Type (Text: "Basic", "Professional", "Enterprise")
   • Price (Number)
   • Job Credits (Number: 3, 10, unlimited)
   • Resume Access (True/False)
   • Featured Listings (Number: 0, 2, 5)
   • Billing Period (Text: "Monthly", "Annual")
   • Start Date (Date & Time)
   • Status (Text: "Active", "Cancelled", "Expired")
2. Implement subscription tiers:
   
   • Basic ($99/month): 3 job posts, 30-day listings
   • Professional ($249/month): 10 job posts, 2 featured slots, resume database access
   • Enterprise ($499/month): Unlimited posts, 5 featured slots, advanced analytics
3. Add subscription management:
   
   • Display current plan and usage in employer dashboard
   • "Upgrade" button for higher tiers
   • Cancel/renew options
4. Use Stripe Subscriptions:
   
   • Implement recurring billing
   • Handle subscription webhooks
   • Auto-renew credits monthly

Step 46: Add Resume Database Access (Premium Feature)

1. Create employer-facing resume search:
   
   • Filter candidates by skills, experience level, location
   • View anonymized profiles (or full profiles for premium)
   • Contact candidates directly
2. Gate this feature behind subscription:
   
   • Professional plan and above only
   • Track number of candidate contacts per month
   • Limit free-tier employers to applications only
3. Add candidate privacy controls:
   
   • Toggle to make profile searchable
   • Anonymous vs. public profile options
   • Block specific employers from viewing

Step 47: Implement Advertisement Revenue (Optional)

1. Add banner ad placements:
   
   • Between job listings (every 10 jobs)
   • Sidebar on desktop view
   • Footer banners
2. Integrate ad networks:
   
   • Google AdSense (web)
   • Use custom HTML component for ad code
3. Offer sponsor placements:
   
   • "Featured Employer" section on homepage
   • Sponsored job category pages
   • Newsletter sponsorships (if sending email digests)

Why Adalo Is the Best Choice for Building Your Job Board

Adalo stands out as the superior platform for creating job board applications without code. Unlike alternatives that force you into rigid templates or require technical workarounds, Adalo delivers production-ready applications with proper architecture from day one.

The platform's built-in relational database handles the complex data relationships job boards require—linking users to jobs, applications to candidates, and employers to postings—without forcing you to learn SQL or database administration. This alone saves substantial time compared to traditional development approaches.

Adalo's component marketplace provides pre-built elements specifically designed for marketplace applications, from payment processing to advanced search functionality. Every component works seamlessly across web and native mobile platforms, eliminating the need to build separate interfaces for different devices. With over 20 million data requests processed daily, the platform handles serious production workloads.

The flexibility to start free and scale as you grow proves particularly valuable for job board entrepreneurs. Begin with unlimited test apps on the free tier to validate your concept, then upgrade as you launch. This graduated pricing matches your revenue growth instead of demanding large upfront investments.

Perhaps most importantly, Adalo enables you to own and control your platform completely. You're not renting a feature within someone else's marketplace or locked into restrictive templates. You build exactly the experience your users need, customize every interaction, and maintain full control over your data and monetization strategy. Start building your job board on Adalo's platform today.