Build a resume that gets the interview.
Pick a template, fill in your details and download a PDF. Everything stays on your device unless you choose to save it to a free account.
- Free PDF download
- 10 templates
- Private by design
- ATS-friendly text
Pick from 10 free resume templates
and build yours in minutes.
Free, private and simple to use.
Laddr is a free resume builder that keeps your data on your device. No account, no watermark and no surprise charge at the download button.
Free PDF download
No watermark, no trial and no card details. Save it from the print window.
Private by design
Everything runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded unless you sign in and save.
10 professional templates
Modern, classic, minimal and more, each with colour choices.
ATS-friendly text
Real text in the PDF, simple structure and standard headings.
Free resume examples
Ten complete examples for popular jobs, ready to open in the builder.
Ready-made phrases
Click to add bullet points, summaries and skills for 31 jobs.
Guided start
Start in seconds, not hours.
Tell us how long you have been working and we suggest the templates that fit. Then start from scratch, from an example or from a file you saved.
- Templates picked for your experience level
- Start blank, from an example or from a saved file
- Change the template any time
How long have you been working?
Ready-made phrases
Never stare at a blank page.
Pick your job and click to add bullet points, a summary or skills. Change the wording so it fits what you actually did.
- 31 jobs covered, from nurse to software engineer
- Bullet points with [brackets] to fill in your numbers
- Three starter summaries for every job
Ready-made bullet points
Click Add, then edit the wording to match what you did.
Make it yours
Make it look like you.
Ten templates, ten colours, three fonts. Then fine-tune the spacing, margins and the order of your sections until the page feels right.
- Live preview that updates as you type
- Spacing, line height and margin sliders
- Light and dark mode for the whole site
Template
Accent colour
Between sections 120%
Page margins 14 mm
Know where you stand
See what to fix before you send it.
A live score checks length, numbers, strong verbs and leftover placeholders. The ATS checker compares your resume with a real job ad.
- Plain-English tips, not jargon
- Keyword match against any job description
- Nothing leaves your device
- ✓Summary is a good length
- ✓Each job has 3 or more points
- !Add numbers to a third of your points
- ✓No [placeholders] left
Resume examples
See what a good resume looks like for your job.
The toolkit
More free tools for the job hunt.
Calculators
Know your numbers before the offer.
Career advice
Plain advice on resumes, letters and interviews.
How to write a resume summary
A resume summary is 2 to 3 sentences at the top of your resume that tell the reader who you are and why you fit the job.
Read guide →resumeSkills to put on a resume
List 8 to 14 skills that match the job posting, group them clearly and prove the important ones in your experience bullets.
Read guide →resumeHow to list work experience on a resume
List each job with title, employer, location and dates, then add 3 to 5 bullets that show results, newest job first.
Read guide →resumeResume formats compared
Most people should use the reverse chronological format; functional and combination formats help only in a few specific situations.
Read guide →resumeHow long should a resume be?
One page is right for most people. Two pages are fine when you have ten or more years of relevant experience.
Read guide →resumeHow to write a resume with no experience
You have more to show than you think: lead with education, projects, volunteering and skills, and keep it to one page.
Read guide →Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Is Laddr really free?
Yes. Every tool is free. There is no sign-up, no watermark on your PDF and no trial that expires. Laddr shows ads to cover its costs.
Where is my resume stored?
On your own device, in your browser. We only receive a resume if you sign in to a free account and save it there. You can also save it as a file and open it again later.
Will employers' software be able to read my PDF?
Yes. The PDF is made from real text, not a picture, so applicant tracking systems can read it. Keep the layout simple and use standard section names.
Do I need an account?
No. Open the builder and start typing; your work is saved on this device as you go. A free account is optional. It keeps your resumes online so you can open them on any device.
Can I keep more than one resume?
Yes. Use New or Duplicate in the builder to keep a separate version for each kind of job. They are all saved on your device.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. On a small screen the builder switches between an Edit tab and a Preview tab. To save a PDF on a phone, use the browser's Share or Print option and choose Save as PDF.
What if I clear my browser data?
Your saved resumes would be removed with it. Use Save as file now and then to keep a backup you can open again later.
How do I tailor my resume to a job?
Paste the job ad into the ATS Resume Checker with your resume text. It shows which important words are missing, so you can add the ones that are true for you.
Are the examples real people?
No. Names, employers and numbers in the examples are made up. They show a structure you can copy, not facts about real people.
How does Laddr make money?
Through ads on the site. We keep them away from the places where you type, and we do not sell your data.