ghoster.app

What It Is

Ghoster is a job application tracking tool for individual job seekers. Its core value proposition is to log every application, automatically detect employer replies via Gmail, and mark an application as “ghosted” after 10 business days with no response. It aims to turn the no-response problem in job hunting into measurable data, while building company ghosting scores based on user contributions.

Core Features and Integrations

The product covers application tracking, a business-day timer, crowdsourced A–F company ghosting ratings, a browser extension, CSV import/export, and Gmail-based automatic detection of interview invitations, rejection emails, and other replies. The Pro plan adds AI resume tailoring, cover letter generation, ATS scores, job match scores, an AI interview prep coach, and company intelligence reports. For third-party integrations, it explicitly supports Gmail, a browser extension, and — on Pro + BYO API — the use of your own Anthropic or OpenAI key.

Pricing and Free Plan

Pricing is straightforward: Free is $0 forever and includes unlimited application tracking, ghost detection, Gmail integration, the browser extension, company ratings, and CSV import/export. Pro costs $14.99/month and unlocks AI tools, the interview coach, analytics, and priority support. Pro + BYO API costs $12.99/month; users bring their own OpenAI or Anthropic key, with no platform-side limit on AI usage, though API costs are paid separately. Annual billing saves 20%, and all plans include a 7-day free trial.

Pros and Cons

The main advantage is that the free plan covers the core workflow, making it suitable for building a low-cost job search CRM. Gmail-based auto-updates reduce manual maintenance, and the ghosting score is a clearly differentiated angle. The downsides are that community ratings depend heavily on user scale and data authenticity, so their usefulness may be limited in the early stages. Gmail permissions involve mailbox access, so privacy-sensitive users should be cautious. AI-generated resumes and cover letters still require human review, and the platform does not guarantee interviews or offers.

Best Fit and Access from China

Ghoster is best suited for job seekers applying at high volume who want to track progress, review company response rates, and improve resume and interview preparation. Its future employer-side features are still only previewed, so it should not be treated as a mature ATS. Access from China is not disclosed in the available text, so users should test network connectivity, Gmail/OpenAI/Anthropic availability, and international payment support. If access is limited, alternatives include Teal, Huntr, Notion/飞书 spreadsheets, or a self-built Excel tracking sheet.