Quick Summary
Saved searches are the foundation of DirectApplicant's job alert system. Save your search criteria once, and we'll monitor for new matching jobs automatically. Get up to 10 saved searches with premium, or 1 with the free plan.
Saved searches are the foundation of DirectApplicant's job alert system. Save your search criteria once, and we'll monitor for new matching jobs automatically.
How to Save a Search
Run your search
Enter your job title, location, and apply any filters
Click "Save Search"
Look for the button near the search results header
Name your search
Choose a descriptive name like "Remote Python Jobs" or "Marketing SF"
Set notification preferences
Choose how often you want to be notified
Confirm
Click Save to create your alert
Managing Saved Searches
Viewing Your Searches
Access all saved searches from:
- The sidebar on the search page
- Your account dashboard
- The "Saved Searches" section in settings
Editing a Search
To modify an existing saved search:
- Click on the saved search to load its results
- Adjust filters or search terms as needed
- Click "Update Search" to save changes
Deleting a Search
Remove searches you no longer need:
- Navigate to your saved searches list
- Click the delete icon next to the search
- Confirm deletion
Note: Deleting a saved search also removes its associated job alert notifications.
Search Limits
Plan Limits
DirectApplicant allows up to 10 saved searches per account. Your current usage is displayed in the saved searches panel (e.g., "3 of 10 searches used").
Free Plan:
1 saved search
Premium Plan:
Up to 10 saved searches
Tips for Managing Your Limit
- Combine similar searches when possible
- Delete outdated searches you no longer check
- Prioritize searches for your most important job targets
- Consider creating one broader search instead of multiple narrow ones
Saved Search Best Practices
Use clear names
"Senior PM Remote" is better than "Search 1"
Review periodically
Update or remove searches that no longer match your goals
Vary your specificity
Have some broad searches and some targeted ones
Check notification settings
Ensure each search has appropriate alert frequency