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Job stuck in review

3 min read · Jan 22, 2026
Quick Answer

Reviews typically take 24-48 hours. If longer, check email for feedback requests. Jobs may require changes before approval. Contact support after 48 hours.

Symptoms

  • Job status shows "In Review" for extended time
  • No notification about approval
  • Longer than expected wait
  • Uncertainty about what is happening

Normal review timeline

Submission Expected approval
Business day 24-48 hours
Weekend/holiday May extend to next business day
Complex changes May take longer

Reviews are done by humans, not automated.

What happens during review

Our team checks:

  1. Clarity: Is the job clear and understandable?
  2. Completeness: Are all important details included?
  3. Accuracy: Does the listing match the role?
  4. Trust: Is compensation transparent? Company verifiable?
  5. Quality: Does it meet platform standards?

This protects developers from low-quality or misleading listings.

Possible reasons for delay

Normal delays

  1. Volume: High submission volume takes longer
  2. Weekend: Reviews may pause over weekends
  3. Holiday: May be slower during holidays
  4. Time zones: Team may be in different timezone

Issues requiring changes

  1. Missing compensation: We may ask you to add it
  2. Unclear requirements: Clarification needed
  3. Incomplete company info: Profile needs completion
  4. Questions about the role: Verification needed

Resolution steps

Step 1: Check your email

  1. Look for emails from daily.dev
  2. Check spam/junk folder
  3. Look for feedback or questions
  4. Respond promptly if we asked for changes

Step 2: Review your submission

  1. Open the job in your dashboard
  2. Check if there are any notifications
  3. Look for comments or feedback
  4. Verify all fields are complete

Step 3: Check your profile

Make sure you have:

  • Company logo
  • Company description
  • Your profile photo
  • Verified email

Incomplete profiles can slow review.

Step 4: Wait for business hours

If you submitted:

  • Friday evening: May not review until Monday
  • Holiday period: May be delayed
  • Weekend: Expect Monday processing

Step 5: Contact support

If over 48 business hours:

  1. Check email one more time
  2. Contact support
  3. Reference your job submission
  4. Ask for status update

Expediting review

What helps

  • Complete, detailed job listing
  • Transparent compensation
  • Complete company profile
  • Clear, professional description

What does not help

  • Submitting multiple times
  • Creating duplicate jobs
  • Sending multiple emails

One submission, one review. Patience is appreciated.

After approval

Once approved:

  • You receive email notification
  • Job status changes to "Live"
  • Matching begins immediately
  • Candidates will start appearing

If review is rejected

Rare, but if rejected:

  • You receive explanation
  • Usually fixable with changes
  • Make requested changes
  • Resubmit for another review

Common rejection reasons:

  • Not a real job listing
  • Misleading information
  • Missing critical details
  • Company cannot be verified

When to contact support

Contact support if:

  • Over 48 business hours with no response
  • You responded to feedback but still waiting
  • Status seems stuck or incorrect
  • You have urgent hiring need

Include:

  • When you submitted
  • Job title
  • Any feedback you received
  • Any changes you made

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Manual review protects developer trust. It ensures only quality, legitimate opportunities are shown. This is why response rates are high.

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