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First CV, forever
12 Professional Templates
Pick your style. Switch anytime.

All templates are ATS-friendly, beautifully designed, and instantly editable. Switch templates mid-build without losing a single character.

How it works
Three steps to your dream job.
1
Choose a template
Pick from 12 professional designs — Classic, Modern Navy, Executive, Minimal, Creative Green, Tech Dark, Academic, Elegant, Impact, Corporate Blue, Slate, and Creative Pro.
No sign-up required
2
Fill in your details
Type in your experience and watch your CV update live on the right. Add a profile photo. Use optional AI suggestions from Claude or ChatGPT to write any section.
Real-time preview
3
Download & apply
Export a pixel-perfect A4 PDF in one click. Check your ATS score before you apply. Save to your account and use the AI career toolkit to prepare fully.
Free PDF, no watermarks
What makes us different
Every feature your career needs.
Live preview as you type
No competitor does this. Your CV updates in real-time as you fill in the form — side by side. See exactly how it looks before you download, instantly.
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Optional AI — Claude & ChatGPT
Each field has a small AI button. Click it for suggestions. Use Claude or ChatGPT. Or don't — the builder works perfectly without any AI.
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Profile photo support
Upload your professional photo — it auto-crops to a perfect circle or square and renders beautifully in supported templates. Looks great on print too.
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Built-in ATS score
See your real-time ATS compatibility score as you build. Know if you'll pass automated screening before you hit "Apply". Fix issues instantly.
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Color themes & fonts
Personalize any template with 6 accent colors and 4 font styles. Make your CV uniquely yours — all changes reflected in the live preview instantly.
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Free forever, no tricks
1 CV, all 12 templates, unlimited PDF downloads, no watermarks — free forever. No trial period. No auto-charge. No surprises.
How we compare
We researched every competitor.
Here's the honest truth.
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ATS score checker✓ LivePaid
Color themes✓ 6 colorsLimited
Cover letter✓ AI, 3 stylesBasicBasicBasicBasic
LinkedIn optimizer✓ AI
Interview coach✓ AI
Salary negotiation✓ AI
Admin panel✓ Full
Reviews
People who got hired.
4.9
★★★★★
Based on 12,400+ reviews
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"I applied to 15 jobs with my old resume — zero replies. Rebuilt here in 20 minutes. Applied to 6 roles, got 4 interview invites. The live preview made it so easy to get right."
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Ahmed Hassan
Software Engineer
✓ Hired at Stripe
★★★★★
"Every other builder makes you fill a form before seeing anything. This one shows the actual CV as you type. I had a beautiful, ATS-ready resume in under 30 minutes. Genuinely different."
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Sara Johnson
Product Manager
✓ Hired at Notion
★★★★★
"The AI features are genuinely useful — I used the Interview Coach before my final round at Figma and it nailed three of the actual questions asked. The Salary Coach got me $18K more."
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Marcus Kim
UX Designer
✓ Hired at Figma
FAQ
Questions answered.
Is FreeAICVMaker really free?
Yes, completely. Your first CV is free forever — all 12 templates, unlimited PDF downloads, and no watermarks. No credit card, no trial period, no auto-upgrade. If you need multiple CVs or AI features, Pro is $9/month.
Do I need an AI API key?
No. The CV builder works perfectly without any API key. AI suggestions are fully optional — there's a small "✦ AI" button on each text field you can click if you want help. You can bring your own Claude (Anthropic) or ChatGPT (OpenAI) key.
Are CVs ATS-friendly?
Yes. All 12 templates are ATS-tested and pass automated screening. FreeAICVMaker also shows a live ATS score as you build — you can see your score update in real-time and know exactly what to improve before applying.
Can I add my photo?
Yes. Upload your professional photo from the Personal Info section in the builder. It auto-crops to fit the template beautifully. Photos are stored locally in your browser and never uploaded to any server.
What AI providers does FreeAICVMaker support?
You can use Claude (Anthropic) or ChatGPT (OpenAI). Add your API key in the settings — both work with all AI features including the CV suggestion buttons, Cover Letter Studio, Interview Coach, and Salary Coach.
Is my data private?
Your CV data is stored in your browser's local storage. It never leaves your device unless you send it to the AI API (which goes directly from your browser to the AI provider — we never see it). No tracking, no data selling.
Real Examples
CVs by profession.
Click to use as template.

Pre-filled, ready-to-edit CVs for 6 professions. Click any card to load it into the builder instantly.

CV Tips & Guides
Write a CV that gets responses.
Summary
How to Write a Powerful CV Summary in 3 Sentences
Your summary is the first thing recruiters read. Most are ignored. Here's the exact formula that gets you to the next round — with examples from Stripe, Google, and McKinsey hires.
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ATS
Why 75% of CVs Never Reach a Human (And How to Beat It)
Applicant Tracking Systems filter out most CVs before a recruiter ever sees them. Learn exactly which keywords to include, which formats to avoid, and how to score 90+ on ATS checkers.
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Action Verbs
200 Action Verbs That Make Recruiters Stop Scrolling
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Achievements
The XYZ Formula: Turn Duties Into Achievements
Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y] by doing [Z]. This Google-developed formula transforms generic job descriptions into compelling evidence of your impact. With 30 before/after examples.
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Length
One Page vs Two Pages: The Definitive Answer
The one-page rule is dead for experienced professionals. Here's exactly when to use 1 page vs 2 pages — backed by analysis of 10,000+ successful CVs across industries.
3 min read →
Cover Letter
The Cover Letter Formula That Gets 3× More Replies
Most cover letters say the same things. This specific 4-paragraph structure — used by candidates hired at Apple, Deloitte, and NHS — immediately stands out and shows genuine interest.
5 min read →

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