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Build and download your resume without a subscription, credit card, watermark, or premium export screen.
Free Online Resume Builder
FREE. NO PAYWALL.
PRIVATE. NO SIGNUP.
EDIT. DOWNLOAD PDF.
Create a professional resume online without an account or hidden payment step.
Your resume stays in your browser until you download it.
No credit card · No watermark · No personal data upload
A resume maker with nothing to unlock
Free from the first editto the final PDF.
LeanCV is a focused online resume maker for people who want a clear, professional result without creating an account, choosing from hundreds of decorative templates, or discovering a charge at download.
Private by default
Your resume data is stored locally in your browser. LeanCV has no account database and does not upload your personal details.
Clean formatting
Edit the resume directly while LeanCV keeps typography, alignment, spacing, and page structure consistent.
Ready to send
Export a clean, print-ready PDF from the same editor. What you see while editing is what you download.
Build Your Resume in Just Two Steps.
Start with a professionally structured resume, replace the example content with your own, and download the result when it is ready.
A little clarity before you begin
Questions & Answers
Is LeanCV really free, with no payment at download?
Yes. The resume editor and PDF export are free to use. There is no credit card form, subscription, watermark, or payment screen waiting at the end.
Can I download my resume as a PDF?
Yes. When your resume is ready, export a clean, print-ready PDF directly from the editor and save it to your device.
How do I add or delete content?
Right-click the relevant area. The context menu lets you add, insert, or delete paragraphs, text, time ranges, lists, and contact details.
Do I need to fine-tune every detail in the editor?
No. LeanCV keeps typography, alignment, and page structure consistent for you, so you can focus on writing clear content instead of adjusting decorative details.
Can I save an unfinished resume and continue later?
Yes. LeanCV automatically saves your progress when you return using the same browser. To continue in another browser or on another device, use Save to export your progress as a JSON file, then use Open to pick up exactly where you left off.
Does LeanCV upload my personal information?
No. LeanCV has no backend server, and your resume data stays in your browser's local storage. Your information leaves the browser only when you choose to save or export a file to your own device.
What if my resume runs just over one page?
Use the Line Spacing and Paragraph Spacing controls in the toolbar. Small adjustments can pull a short second page back into a balanced single-page resume.
Is a simple resume too plain?
Usually not. Recruiters scan many resumes, so clear hierarchy and concise writing matter more than decorative layouts. A restrained resume makes the important information easier to find.
What is the difference between a CV and a resume?
In the US, a resume is concise and job-focused, while a CV is usually a longer academic record. In many other countries, the terms overlap. See the full CV vs resume guide.
What is a resume summary?
A resume summary is a short introduction near the top of your resume that highlights the experience, skills, and results most relevant to the role. See the resume summary writing guide.
Will there be more templates?
Yes, but the collection will stay intentionally small. LeanCV will add only a few useful alternatives rather than turn resume writing into a long template-selection process.