Overview
You'll set a future date when your job posting will automatically close to new applicants. This is useful for roles with fixed application deadlines, such as seasonal hiring, grant-funded positions, or time-sensitive recruitment campaigns.
Prerequisites
Active job posting in Hirevire
Job owner or access to the job settings
Active subscription (free trial or paid plan)
Compatibility
This feature is available on all active subscriptions, including free trials and all paid plans.
Before you begin
The job will close at 11:59 PM on the date you select, based on your browser's detected timezone. Make sure you account for timezone differences if you're coordinating with an international team.
Setting an automatic pause date does not affect existing applications. All previously submitted applications remain accessible in your dashboard, and candidates who already started their applications can still complete them.
Steps
Log in to your Hirevire dashboard and navigate to the Jobs page.
Click on the job title you want to configure to open its detail page.
Click the Settings button (gear icon ⚙️) in the top right to access job settings.
In the settings sidebar, click the General tab (this is usually the default view).
Scroll to the "Automatically stop accepting new applications on" field.
Click the date picker and select your desired closure date from the calendar.
You can only select future dates (the calendar prevents selecting dates before yesterday)
Note the help text below the date field, which shows the exact timestamp when the job will close (e.g., "Job will appear as closed to candidates after Oct 14, 2025 11:59 PM (India Standard Time)")
Scroll to the bottom of the page and click the Save button to apply your changes.
You'll see a success message: "Your job settings have been updated."
After the date passes, your job will automatically pause. You'll see a notification banner on the job dashboard showing when it was paused, and the public application page will display a "closed" status to candidates.
Verify the setup
To confirm your automatic pause date is set correctly:
Navigate back to your job's detail page.
Check the settings to verify the date is saved correctly.
After the pause date passes, visit the job dashboard to see the automatic pause notification banner.
Visit the public job application page to confirm candidates see the closed status and cannot submit new applications.
Pro tip: Test the closure in advance by visiting your public application page in an incognito window. This helps you verify what candidates will see without affecting your logged-in session.
What happens when the job is paused
Once the automatic pause date is reached:
Public application page: The job displays as "closed" and the application form is disabled. Candidates see a message indicating applications are no longer being accepted.
Job dashboard: A notification banner appears showing when the job was automatically paused.
Existing applications: All previously submitted applications remain fully accessible in your dashboard.
In-progress applications: Candidates who started applications before the pause date can still complete and submit them.
No automatic notifications: Applicants do not receive emails about the closure; it's only visible on the public job page.
Troubleshooting
Symptom | Likely cause | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
Date picker doesn't show any selectable dates | You're trying to select a past date | Select a future date. The calendar only allows dates from yesterday onward. |
Changes aren't saved after selecting a date | Forgot to click the Save button | Scroll to the bottom of the settings page and click Save. Changes are not auto-saved. |
Job closed earlier than expected | Timezone mismatch or subscription expired | Check the help text timestamp to confirm your timezone. If your subscription expired before the pause date, that takes priority. |
Cannot access job settings | Insufficient permissions or expired account | Contact your organization admin to verify you have job owner or admin access. Ensure your subscription is active. |
Job didn't pause on the selected date | Save button wasn't clicked or network error occurred | Check your job settings to verify the date is still saved. If not, set it again and ensure you click Save. |
Limitations
One-time setting: You can only set one pause date per job. There's no way to set recurring pauses or multiple deadlines.
End-of-day closure: The job closes at 11:59 PM on the selected date in your browser's timezone. You cannot set a custom time.
Timezone detection: The timezone is auto-detected from your browser and cannot be manually changed. This may cause confusion if you're traveling or working across time zones.
No undo notification: You won't receive an email when the job automatically pauses. You must check the job page manually to confirm.
Subscription dependency: If your subscription expires before the pause date, the job may pause earlier due to account status.
What's next
Learn how to archive a job post manually
Configure automated rejection emails for candidates
Customize your "Thank you" page for completed applications
Getting help
If you're experiencing issues with automatic job pausing, collect the following information before contacting support:
Job post link
The date you selected for automatic pause
Screenshot of the job settings showing the configured date
Your browser's timezone setting
Whether you clicked Save after setting the date