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Free Resume Builder

Create a Professional Resume in Minutes

Build an impressive, ATS-optimized resume with our free online builder. Choose from professional templates, get real-time optimization tips, and export to PDF or Word. No signup required.

8 professional templates including ATS-optimized designs
Real-time preview as you type with instant PDF export
ATS compatibility checker with keyword optimization
Export to PDF, Word (.docx), and plain text formats

Why Use Our Resume Builder?

  • 100% free with no hidden costs or watermarks
  • No account required - start building immediately
  • ATS optimization built-in to beat resume screeners
  • Export to PDF, Word, or plain text formats

Privacy first: Your resume data stays on your device. We never collect or store your personal information.

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Professional Resume Templates

Modern

ATS Friendly

Clean, minimal design with contemporary styling. Perfect for tech, startups, and creative roles.

Professional

ATS Friendly

Traditional corporate style ideal for finance, consulting, and executive positions.

Simple

ATS Friendly

Maximum ATS compatibility with clean formatting. Best for online applications.

Technical

ATS Friendly

Developer-focused layout emphasizing skills and projects. Great for engineering roles.

Creative

Eye-catching design with color accents. Ideal for design, marketing, and creative positions.

Executive

ATS Friendly

Sophisticated layout for senior leadership and C-suite positions.

Who Is This For?

Job Seekers

Create polished, professional resumes quickly with templates designed for various industries. Export in multiple formats to meet any application requirement.

Recent Graduates

Build your first resume with guided sections and example content. Highlight education, projects, and internships effectively.

Career Changers

Restructure your experience for a new field with flexible section ordering. Emphasize transferable skills and relevant achievements.

Freelancers & Consultants

Maintain multiple resume versions for different clients or projects. Quick export and save options for efficient customization.

Resume Writing Tips

Tailor for Each Application

Customize your resume for each job by incorporating keywords from the job description. Our ATS checker helps identify relevant keywords you may be missing.

Lead with Impact

Start bullet points with strong action verbs and quantify achievements whenever possible. Use numbers, percentages, and metrics to demonstrate impact.

Keep It Concise

Aim for one page for early career, two pages for experienced professionals. Focus on relevant experience from the last 10-15 years.

Use Consistent Formatting

Maintain consistent dates, bullet styles, and spacing throughout. Our templates handle this automatically for a polished look.

Include a Strong Summary

Write a 2-3 sentence professional summary that highlights your key qualifications, experience level, and career goals.

Proofread Carefully

Spelling and grammar errors can disqualify you. Review your resume multiple times and consider having someone else review it.

How It Works

1

Choose a Template

Select from 8 professional, ATS-optimized templates

2

Add Your Content

Fill in your experience, skills, and education

3

Customize Design

Adjust colors, fonts, and layout to your preference

4

Export & Apply

Download as PDF or Word and start applying

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this resume builder really free?

Yes! Our resume builder is completely free with no hidden costs. You can create unlimited resumes, use all templates, and export to PDF, Word, or plain text without creating an account or paying anything.

What is ATS and why does it matter?

ATS (Applicant Tracking System) is software used by employers to scan and filter resumes. Our ATS checker analyzes your resume for compatibility, keyword usage, and formatting issues to help ensure your resume gets past automated screening and reaches human recruiters.

Do I need to create an account?

No signup required! Your resumes are automatically saved to your browser's local storage. You can also export to JSON to backup your data or transfer between devices.

Can I customize the resume templates?

Absolutely! Each template supports customization including accent colors, font sizes, margins, and section spacing. You can also reorder sections and toggle which sections to display.

What file formats can I export to?

You can export your resume as PDF (recommended for most applications), Word document (.docx), plain text (for ATS systems that prefer simple formatting), or JSON (to save and restore your resume data).

How do I optimize my resume for ATS?

Use our built-in ATS checker which analyzes your resume for keyword usage, formatting issues, and content completeness. Paste a job description to get targeted keyword recommendations. Use our 'Simple' template for maximum ATS compatibility.

Is my resume data secure?

Your resume data is stored locally in your browser and never sent to our servers unless you explicitly export it. We don't collect, store, or share any personal information from your resume.

Can I create multiple resumes?

Yes! You can create and save multiple resume versions, perfect for tailoring your resume to different job applications or industries. Each resume can use a different template and content.

Ready to Build Your Resume?

Join thousands of job seekers who have created professional resumes with our free builder. No signup, no cost, no catch.

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