Customising the application process

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WP Job Manager allows users to apply to jobs via email link or URL. This can be customized through template files and plugins.

Controlling which application method is allowed

Navigate to Job Listings > Settings > Job Submission to find the “Application method” setting. Options include:

  • Email addresses only
  • Website URLs only
  • Email addresses or Website URLs

The selection determines whether the “Apply for job” section displays a mailto link or website link.

Customising the job application templates

Three template files handle application methods:

  1. job-application.php – Outputs toggle button and fires function based on method
  2. job-application-url.php – Outputs application URL text
  3. job-application-email.php – Outputs email links and text

These can be modified via theme template overrides.

Using the Job Applications add-on

The Job Applications add-on provides form-based application methods and management features. Learn more at the official add-ons page.

Making the application button link directly to the website

Override job-application.php to make buttons link directly to URLs instead of opening an application box.