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Ghosted

Ghosted is a decentralized job application and networking platform that ensures proof of applications, recruiter accountability, and verifiable credentials—eliminating the uncertainty of traditional j

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Ghosted – The AI & Web3-Powered Career Companion

🔹 Overview
Ghosted is an AI-driven career assistant designed to tackle one of the biggest frustrations in the job market—being ghosted by recruiters. Whether you’re a student, fresh graduate, or someone looking to switch careers, Ghosted provides AI-powered career insights, smart job tracking, and blockchain-backed verification to ensure your job applications are seen and acknowledged.

With a Web3-integrated system, every job application is recorded on-chain, eliminating the uncertainty of whether your resume was even considered. Plus, our AI-driven recommendations help users discover the right jobs, skills, and career paths based on real-time industry demand.


🔹 Key Features

1️⃣ AI-Powered Career Insights & Job Recommendations

✅ Get personalized job suggestions based on your skills, experience, and industry trends.
Ghosted leverages Gemini AI to analyze your strengths and suggest upskilling paths.
✅ Real-time insights on which skills are in demand and expected career growth rates in different industries.


2️⃣ Smart Job Tracking & Auto Follow-Ups

✅ Never wonder if a recruiter has seen your resume—track applications in real-time.
✅ Automated follow-ups ensure your application stays on top of recruiters' minds.
✅ Get notified about interview invitations, application progress, and status updates.


3️⃣ Blockchain-Powered Transparency & Security (Web3 Features)

Ghosted leverages EDU Chain (EVM-compatible blockchain) to make job applications transparent, secure, and fraud-proof.

On-Chain Job Application Tracking – When you apply for a job, the recruiter’s view status is stored on EDU Chain testnet, preventing ghosting.
Decentralized Identity (DID) – Users own and control their career data with Web3 authentication, keeping their credentials private yet verifiable.
NFT-Based Resume & Profile Tracking – Your resume is stored as an NFT, allowing you to see who viewed it, preventing fake profiles and fraud.
Reputation System for Recruiters – Companies build an on-chain reputation score based on engagement and response rate, ensuring accountability.
Verified Certifications – Skill certificates are blockchain-verified, preventing fake credentials and improving trust in hiring.


4️⃣ AI-Powered Resume Builder

Create a standout resume in minutes with AI-generated content tailored to your field.
ATS-friendly formatting ensures your resume passes recruitment software screenings.
✅ Get personalized improvement suggestions based on industry best practices.


🔹 How It Works (User Journey)

1️⃣ Sign In with OCID – Users log in via On-Chain Identity (OCID) for secure and seamless authentication.
2️⃣ Complete Onboarding – Users answer career-related questions to help the AI analyze their profile.
3️⃣ Get AI InsightsGhosted provides job recommendations, skill gaps, and industry trends based on your input.
4️⃣ Apply for Jobs & Track Applications – Browse Web3-verified job listings and track recruiter engagement in real time.
5️⃣ Web3 Onboarding – Users connect their wallet and store career achievements & job interactions on the EDU Chain testnet.
6️⃣ Resume Building & Career Growth – AI-driven resume optimization and certified upskilling suggestions ensure continuous professional development.


🔹 Business Model & Monetization

Freemium Model – Basic resume builder & job tracking are free; AI-powered insights & automation are premium.

💰 Subscription Plans

  • $9.99/month – Includes AI resume optimization, smart job tracking, interview prep, and Web3 onboarding.

💼 B2B Partnerships

  • HR tech firms & recruitment agencies can integrate Ghosted’s on-chain verification & AI-powered hiring solutions.

🛠 Skill Certification NFTs

  • Revenue from blockchain-based career verification & credential validation.

🔗 Affiliate Earnings

  • Collaborations with Coursera, LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, etc., for skill upskilling recommendations.


🔹 Why Ghosted?

🔹 Solves recruiter ghosting with on-chain proof of application
🔹 Empowers job seekers with AI-driven career planning
🔹 Boosts hiring transparency with Web3-backed verification
🔹 Revolutionizes resumes with NFT-based credentialing
🔹 Prevents hiring fraud with decentralized skill verification


🚀 The Future of Ghosted

This is just the beginning! In upcoming versions, we plan to integrate:

AI-Powered Mock Interviews – Get real-time feedback on job interview responses.
Personalized Career Coaching – AI-powered mentorship tailored to user profiles.
Decentralized Freelance Marketplace – Verified on-chain work experience & payment tracking.
Multi-Chain Expansion – Bringing Ghosted to more blockchain ecosystems for wider adoption.

🎯 The vision? To build the most transparent, intelligent, and secure career ecosystem where no one gets ghosted ever again! 🚀

Progress During Hackathon

During the 24-hour hackathon, the Ghosted team made significant progress by: 1. Designing the core smart contract architecture for job application tracking 2. Implementing the on-chain application status verification system 3. Creating a prototype for the recruiter accountability mechanisms 4. Developing the framework for the decentralized reputation system 5. Deploying the initial contract to the EduChain blockchain 6. Building a basic frontend interface for application submission The team focused on establishing the fundamental blockchain infrastructure that enables the platform's key differentiator: immutable proof of application receipt and recruiter interaction. Despite the time constraints, they successfully deployed a working prototype that demonstrates the core concept of bringing transparency to the hiring process.

Tech Stack

Next
Solidity
Web3
Ethers

Fundraising Status

We are looking for funds.

Team Leader
MManobendra Mandal
Sector
AISocialFiOther