Sonara AI Platform

Getting Started with Sonara for Jobseekers

So you want to get your job search moving with Sonara? It all begins with creating an account that sets the stage for our AI to do its magic. We designed the signup process to be simple but effective because the better your profile, the smarter your job matches and interview scheduling become. From our experience, jobseekers who invest a little time upfront see much faster results—think days instead of weeks.

How to Register Your Sonara Account

Getting started is easy. Just head to sonara.ai and click “Sign up.” You’ll fill in your email first — make sure it’s one you check daily because we send important info there, like interview invites and job matches.

Once you hit submit, you’ll get a verification email. It might take a few minutes, so be patient and check your spam folder too—sometimes those emails get lost.

After verifying, you’ll be prompted to upload your resume. We support multiple formats, but PDF tends to preserve your formatting best. If your resume isn’t quite ready, you can use our built-in AI resume builder to polish it up.

Setting Up Your Job Search Criteria

Here’s where you really start tailoring your experience. Our AI needs to know what you want so it can find you the right matches. You’ll tell us about job titles, preferred locations (remote, city-specific, or within a commute range), and salary expectations. Don’t worry, your salary info stays private until you decide to share it.

Choosing Job Titles

Be specific but flexible. For example, if you want “Marketing Manager,” consider adding “Marketing Lead” or “Brand Manager.” That way, you don’t miss out on great fits that might have slightly different titles.

Location Preferences

Whether you want to work from home or commute to a particular city, let us know. Our AI filters jobs based on where you can realistically work.

Salary and Industry Filters

We ask for your salary range to avoid wasting time on jobs that don’t meet your needs. Plus, you can specify industries and company sizes so you only see roles that fit your style.

Navigating Your Sonara Dashboard

Once your account is set up, you’ll land on your dashboard. Think of it as your job search control center. From here, you can:

• See AI-curated job matches that get better the more you use the platform
• Track every application we submit for you, including responses and next steps
• Manage the auto-apply feature to control how many jobs Sonara applies for daily

Customizing Notifications and Auto-Apply

You can tweak how often you get updates and set rules for auto-applying. For example, you might limit applications to 5 per day or only apply to jobs with certain keywords.

Application Tracking

Stay on top of your job hunt by checking statuses and employer messages all in one place. That way, you won’t miss any important developments.

Configuring Auto-Apply to Work for You

Sonara’s auto-apply feature is a game-changer. It can submit applications for you automatically, saving hours each week. But here’s the thing: you want to set it up carefully to keep quality high.

Daily Limits

Start small—maybe 5 to 10 applications a day. You can ramp it up later once you see how well the matches perform.

Quality Filters

Set minimum company sizes, salary floors, or keywords that must appear in the job description. This way, you avoid wasting applications on roles that aren’t a fit.

Custom Cover Letters

Create templates that our AI personalizes for every application. It’s a smart way to stand out without writing each letter from scratch.

Tips to Optimize Your Profile for Better Matches

Your profile is the heart of how Sonara finds you the right jobs. From what users tell us, small tweaks here can have a big impact.

• Skills: Highlight the most relevant ones instead of listing everything. Our AI uses this to pinpoint matching roles.
• Experience: Use action verbs and add numbers when you can. For example, “Increased sales by 30%” beats “Responsible for sales.”
• Summary: Keep it short and punchy. Think of it as your elevator pitch to employers.

Keep Your Profile Fresh

Update your details regularly. Career goals change, and so should your profile. It keeps our AI tuned to what you really want.

Handling Common Setup Challenges

Honestly, not every signup goes perfectly the first time. Here’s what you might bump into and how to fix it:

Resume Upload Issues

If the AI can’t parse your resume, try saving it as a PDF or use our resume builder to create a clean version.

Email Verification Problems

Check spam folders and make sure you’re clicking the latest verification link. If needed, request a new email.

Too Few Job Matches

Your criteria might be too narrow—try adding more job titles or widening your location range. Also, make sure your profile is complete.

Keeping Your Sonara Account Secure

We know your career info is sensitive, so security is a top priority for us. Here’s what we do and what you can do to stay safe:

• All data is encrypted during transfer and storage
• You control what info employers see, like salary expectations
• Two-factor authentication is available for extra protection
• Regularly update your password and contact info

Best Practices for Security

Use a strong, unique password and enable two-factor authentication if you can. It adds a layer of protection that really helps.