[drdec]

I think you are ignoring the advantage for the applicant.

The reduction in what are essentially spam applications means your genuine application will stand out and be more likely to be considered.

Things that help employers find qualified candidates also help those qualified candidates.

[Arch485]

I don't fully agree. I agree that helping employers find qualified candidates is good for those candidates, but I don't agree that making applications mail-in only would achieve that end. It doesn't solve a lot of the larger problems when it comes to job applications, and just makes things harder for the applicant.

[verzali]

That never seems to happen in practice. The number of jobs I have applied to that required additional effort and that never bothered to reply is just too high.

[duck]

What was the "additional effort" you've had to do before?

[verzali]

All sorts. Some make the application process very long, some ask for what is essentially a long cover letter through written questions, some ask you to complete tests, one sent me an IQ test...

[Leynos]

Filling out an application form by hand.