General Questions
How many times can I generate a resume?
Unlimited! Generate as many times as you need, completely free.
Do I need to download a new template each time?
No! Download the template once, then save multiple versions for different job types. Just update the Excel file and regenerate whenever needed.
Can I edit the resume after generating it?
Yes! Download the Word (.docx) version and edit it like any Word document. However, we recommend making changes in the Excel template so you can easily regenerate if needed.
What does ATS-friendly mean?
ATS (Applicant Tracking System) is software companies use to scan resumes. Our generator creates clean, simple formatting that ATS can easily read - no fancy graphics or tables that cause scanning errors.
Technical Questions
What Excel version do I need?
Excel 2016 or newer. The template also works with Google Sheets - just upload it, edit, then download as .xlsx before generating.
Why won't my file upload?
Make sure the file is saved as .xlsx format (not .xls, .xlsm, or .csv). Close Excel before uploading. File size must be under 5MB. If problems persist, try a different browser.
Can I use this on my phone or tablet?
Yes! The website works on any device. However, editing the Excel file is easier on a computer with Excel or Google Sheets.
Is my data stored or saved anywhere?
No. Your data is never stored on our servers. When you upload your Excel file, it's processed in real-time to generate your resume, then immediately deleted. We don't keep, store, or have access to any of your personal information.
Content Questions
How long should my resume be?
1 page for 0-5 years experience, 2 pages for 5+ years experience, 3+ pages only for academic/research positions.
Should I include my GPA?
Only if it's 3.5 or higher AND you graduated within the last 3 years.
How far back should my work history go?
Generally 10-15 years. Older experience can be summarized or omitted unless highly relevant to the position you're applying for.
Should I include a photo?
No for US resumes. Some international resumes require photos - check local customs for your region.
How do I create different versions for different jobs?
Use the "Include?" columns to show/hide sections and bullets. Save multiple Excel files (one per job type) OR use the same file and toggle what's included for each application.
Troubleshooting
A section I want isn't showing up
Check two things: 1) Order sheet - Is that section set to "Include? = Yes"? 2) Content sheet - Do you have content marked "Include? = Yes"?
My bullets are in the wrong order
Check the "Order" column in Work_Experience sheet. Lower numbers appear first (1, 2, 3...).
Work experience bullets aren't appearing
Company name in Work_Experience must EXACTLY match Work_Roles. Check for extra spaces, different capitalization, or punctuation differences.
Why won't my PDF download?
Check your browser's download settings. Try selecting "Word" format instead, or try a different browser (Chrome recommended).