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Zety

Zety is a resume builder that helps create resumes and cover letters for job applications. It combines templates, guided steps, career examples, and AI-assisted suggestions.

#20 in Learning & Career ToolsResume BuildersFree plan

Who it's for

Best for

  • First-resume builders needing templates and guided prompts
  • Career changers needing structured resume starting points

Not for

  • Budget-conscious job seekers needing a free downloadable PDF
  • Job seekers wanting automated tailoring and full application tracking

Pricing

Free plan$0
Annual Package$5.95/moBilled annually

Features

  • AI Resume Assistance

    Zety provides advanced AI tools for generating resume content and improving application materials.

  • Resume Templates

    The builder provides templates including Cascade, Concept, Crisp, Cubic, Modern, Simple, and other designs.

  • Guided Resume Steps

    The free builder presents a four-step process: pick a template, build the resume, and download the finished document.

  • Cover Letter Builder

    Zety includes a Cover Letter Generator for creating accompanying application letters alongside resumes.

  • Career Resources

    The platform provides resume examples, cover letter examples, career guides, job search resources, and career reviews.

What users say

Pros

  • A guided step-by-step workflow produces a decent resume in about 20 minutes.
  • Pre-written bullet points and templates provide a strong starting point from scratch.
  • Resume layouts stay clean and structured for ATS-focused applications.

Cons

  • Resume downloads can be blocked behind payment after substantial editing time.
  • Recurring charges can appear without clear notice after an initial purchase.
  • Cancellation and refunds can remain unresolved after repeated contact.
  • A paid subscription can still leave a watermark on the exported CV.
  • AI suggestions feel less personalized than newer career tools.

A selection of the review sources we used:

Summarized from public user reviews and community discussions. View details

Global Traffic Rank

Top 100k

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