Choose a Resume Template to Start Building

Every template is ATS-friendly and reviewed by working recruiters. Pick one and edit it in the resume builder.

How to Make a Resume With Our Resume Builder in 3 Steps

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Step 1

1. Pick a template or import your resume

Pick a template and fill in your details in the resume builder, or import your existing resume and rebuild it in a clean, ATS-friendly design in one click.

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Step 2

2. Add your details and let AI improve the wording

Claude-powered suggestions turn duty lists into measurable achievements, flag weak sections, and check your resume against ATS rules right inside the editor.

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Step 3

3. Download your resume as a PDF

Export a pixel-perfect PDF with a real text layer. No credit card, no trial.

Why Use a Resume Builder Instead of Word, Google Docs, or Canva?

NovoresumeATS

A real text layer that parses in Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, and Taleo, locked formatting that never shifts, and an ATS Checker built into the editor itself.

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Word & Google DocsATS

One edit and the whole layout shifts. Tables and text boxes silently break ATS parsing, and the file renders differently on the recruiter’s machine.

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CanvaATS

Beautiful, but design-first exports often trap your text inside graphics that applicant tracking systems can’t read.

Compared to Word, Docs, and Canva, Novoresume is a real step up for anyone who isn’t confident about resume structure, because it actively teaches good practice as you build, and doesn’t let you guess, which none of those tools do.
Aneta TrenkoskaAneta TrenkoskaHR Leader & ConsultantUSA

Your old resume isn’t wasted work. Bring it with you.

Import My Resume

What Happens After People Rebuild Their Resume

In our User Success Study, of 915 job seekers, 46% of job seekers who rebuilt their resume received an offer within one month, and 79% within three months.

Their qualifications didn’t change in a few weeks. Their resume did.

77%

of hired users say Novoresume helped them land the job

46%

received an offer within one month, 79% within three

76%

of users landed their dream job

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An average Word resume scored 33% and rejected for significant gaps

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Significant Gaps

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The same resume rebuilt in Novoresume, scored 97% and approved

Approved

Good Foundation

Some Stories from Our Study

“Their templates helped me land interviews with big firms like TikTok, Tableau and Google despite my lack of experience in the tech industry. I highly recommend Novoresume because 1) their pricing options are affordable, 2) the platform is user-friendly and 3) you save time when it comes to tailoring your resume/cover letters.”
MariamSingapore

After rebuilding her resume, Courtney went from a 5% HR screen-to-interview rate to 75%.

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Courtney C.
“Thanks to Novoresume I managed to secure my dream job! Before customising my CV and cover letters with Novoresume, I rarely heard back from employers.”
Rai

Our Resume Builder, Reviewed by the People Who Screen Resumes

Working recruiters, career coaches and certified resume writers reviewed Novoresume independently. Here is what four of them said.

Novoresume's templates split the difference because they are visually distinct enough to stand out, but built with an eye toward getting through the ATS filters.
Alison Webb LawrenceAlison Webb LawrenceStrategic Talent Advisor & Recruiting Leader
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A Resume Maker With Every Tool You Need to Get Hired

The resume is step one. Novoresume covers every step after it, from the first ATS scan to the salary negotiation.

AI Resume Builder
BUILD

AI Resume Builder

Build an ATS-friendly resume with our free resume maker and AI suggestions drawn from your real experience.

ATS Resume Checker
CHECK

ATS Resume Checker

Get your ATS compatibility score plus the exact fixes, in under a minute

Resume Job Matcher
MATCH

Resume Job Matcher

Paste the job ad and see which skills you match, which you’re close on, and which are missing.

AI Cover Letter Generator
APPLY

AI Cover Letter Generator

Turn your resume into a matching, tailored cover letter with one click.

AI Salary Calculator
NEGOTIATE

AI Salary Calculator

Know what your role pays in your market before you answer the salary question.

90+ Resume Examples
LEARN

90+ Resume Examples

See what a high-scoring resume looks like in your field before you write yours.

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#1 on Forbes’ list of 5 AI Resume Builders You Should Try

Novoresume templates structured for maximum ATS readability
Templates structured for maximum ATS readability
“Clean single column layouts, standard section headers, consistent dates, nothing hiding behind graphics that a parser can’t read. That’s the unglamorous engineering that gets a resume in front of a human."
Jessica AnghelescuSenior Talent Acquisition StrategistUSA

Built to Pass ATS Screening

82.3% of recruiters use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates, according to Novoresume’s survey of HR professionals. Our resume builder is designed to pass automated screening without giving up style: what you design is what both the software and the recruiter see.

ResumesAvg. InvitesZero-Invite Rate
1 Version2.018.4%
2-3 Versions3.16.1%
BEST4+ versions4.2+8.3% (or lower)

It pays to tailor: job seekers who keep 4 or more resume versions average 4.2 interview invites per search vs 2.0 for those who send one resume everywhere, per The Resume Report 2026. Duplicating and tailoring a resume here takes minutes.

AI Resume Builder: Write Faster, Stay Accurate

powered by AI that actually works

Transform bland job descriptions into eye-catching, results-driven statements that grab recruiters' attention. With just a simple input, our AI transforms basic text into compelling bullet points packed with measurable achievements and impactful action verbs.
Turn Basic Job Details into Real Achievements

Start Free, Upgrade When You’re Ready

Build and download your resume free. Pro adds more templates, full customization, and advanced AI features.

Basic

  • Build & download free
  • 8 templates
  • No credit card required.

Pro

  • AI Assistant & Cover Letters
  • All templates & more customization
  • Custom Layout & more sections

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What Job Seekers Say About Our Resume Builder

Profile photos of Novoresume users who rated the builder 4.5/54.5/5 from1,583+ reviews
THE BEST FREE RESUME BUILDER

I am writing this letter to thank and praise your website, Novoresume, for being the best free resume builder that I have ever used. I am so pleased with the level of service and user-friendly design that Novoresume has to offer.

Danya AlzarooniUAE
I’ve tried several resume builders

I’ve tried several resume builders, and Novoresume is by far the best. It’s very easy to use, the resumes look great, and they’re easy to read. It’s also one of the few platforms that is ATS-compatible.

ZviCanada
One of the best resume makers

One of the best resume makers. I got a job at a Big 4 recently and they were very impressed.

Derrick MonisIndia
Awesome resume builder

Awesome resume builder. I’m using Novoresume for the last 3 years and it helped me to switch 3 different jobs. I had also recommended six of my friends to use Novoresume resume builder and they are also successful.

Mani JayachandranIndia
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Resume Examples for Every Industry

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Resume Builder FAQ

What is a resume builder?

A resume builder is an online tool that turns your work history into a formatted resume. You pick a template, fill in sections like experience, education and skills, and the tool handles layout, spacing and fonts. Novoresume’s resume builder also checks your content against ATS rules as you type and exports a PDF with a real text layer.

Is the Novoresume resume builder free?

Yes. The core resume builder is free. You can create, edit and download a resume on the Basic plan with 8 templates, no credit card and no trial period. Pro adds the AI assistant, cover letters, all templates and custom layouts. It comes as a subscription or a one-time pass, with a 14-day money-back guarantee. See pricing for current plans.

Resume builder, resume maker, resume creator, resume generator: what’s the difference?

Nothing. They are four names for the same kind of tool: an online editor with resume templates that formats your content for you. People search for all four. Whichever word you used to get here, Novoresume does the same job: you add your details, it produces a resume that recruiters and ATS software can read.

How do I make a resume with Novoresume?

Three steps. First, pick a template or import the resume you already have. Second, fill in your details and use the AI suggestions to turn duties into achievements. Third, download the PDF and apply. If you want help with the content itself, read our guide on how to make a resume.

What is the best online resume builder?

The best resume builder gives you templates that pass ATS parsing, AI suggestions that stay true to your experience, and a PDF you can download without tricks. Novoresume was ranked #1 on Forbes’ list of 5 AI resume builders to try, is reviewed by 14 working recruiters and career coaches, and holds 4.5 out of 5 on Trustpilot from 1,583+ reviews. 18M+ job seekers have used it.

Will my resume pass ATS screening?

Novoresume resumes are built for it. Every template exports a PDF with a real text layer, standard section headings and a clean reading order, which is what ATS software needs to parse a resume. In our survey of HR professionals, 82.3% of recruiters said they use an ATS. You can test any resume for free with the ATS Resume Checker.

How does the AI resume builder work?

The AI assistant runs on Claude, Anthropic’s AI model. It drafts from the experience you enter, turns duty lists into measurable achievements, and gives advice while you write. You approve every line, so nothing goes on your resume that you did not do. That matters: The Resume Report 2026 found that job seekers who let AI write their whole resume were 3x more likely to include something inaccurate.

Can I download my resume as a PDF?

Yes, on every plan, including the free one. The export is a PDF with a real text layer, so your fonts, colors and layout stay exactly as you designed them, and ATS software can still read every word. You can download as many times as you need after each edit.

Is it safe to use an online resume builder?

Yes, when you choose a reputable provider. Novoresume is a Danish company and follows GDPR. Your data is encrypted, and you stay in control of your documents and your account.

Can I make a CV with Novoresume?

Yes. The same editor builds CVs and resumes. Pick a CV template and add the sections a CV needs, such as publications, conferences or certifications. All CV layouts are ATS-friendly and can run over two pages or more. Start with the CV maker.

Can I build my resume on my phone?

Yes. The resume builder runs in any mobile browser on phones and tablets. You can create, edit and download your resume without installing an app. Everything saves to your account, so you can start on your phone and finish on a laptop.

Ready to Build Your Resume for Free?

Pick a template, add your details, and download your resume today. No credit card required.