Using the Chrome Plugin to Source Candidates

Overview

The Trakstar Hire Chrome plugin allows you to quickly source candidates from supported websites and add them directly to an opening in Trakstar Hire.

The plugin can automatically collect candidate information from supported sites, and because all fields are editable, it can also be used to source candidates from virtually any website by entering information manually.

Download the Chrome Plugin

Download the Chrome plugin by clicking here.

After installing the extension:

Open Google Chrome.
Navigate to a supported website or any webpage containing candidate information.
Click the Trakstar Hire extension icon in your Chrome toolbar to launch the plugin.

Supported Websites

The Chrome plugin can automatically collect candidate information from the following websites:

Github
Angel List
Behance

Pro Tip

The plugin's fields are fully editable, so you can also use it on websites that are not officially supported or if the site's policies don't allow certain information to be pulled.

Simply open the plugin and manually enter the candidate's information before adding them to Trakstar Hire.

Information the Plugin Collects

When available (and permitted by each website's privacy settings), the plugin can collect:

Profile photo
First name
Last name
Email address
Link to the candidate's social profile
Short profile description

All imported information can be edited before saving the candidate.

You can also add or modify information that was not automatically collected.

Add a Candidate to an Opening

After reviewing or editing the candidate information:

Select the Opening you want to add the candidate to.
Choose the appropriate Stage.
Click Add to Trakstar Hire.

The candidate will be added directly to the selected opening and stage.

Duplicate Candidate Detection

If a candidate with the same email address already exists in your Trakstar Hire account, the plugin displays a warning to help prevent creating duplicate candidate records.

Single Sign-On (SSO)

If your organization uses Single Sign-On (SSO), you can still use the Chrome plugin.

To use the plugin with SSO:

Sign in to your Trakstar Hire account in your browser.
After signing in, open the Chrome plugin.

Important: Do not sign in using the Chrome plugin's login prompt when your account uses SSO. The plugin only works after you have already authenticated through your Trakstar Hire account in your browser.

Need Additional Help?

If you're having trouble using the Chrome plugin, contact Trakstar Hire Support for assistance.