Changelog

What's new in ResumeOpen

All the latest updates, improvements, and fixes to help you build better resumes.

April 2026

New Feature Apr 10, 2026

Try Before You Sign Up — Build a Resume Without an Account

You can now build a complete resume as a guest before creating an account. Pick a template, edit every section with live preview, and only sign up when you are ready to save or download.

  • Full guided wizard available from the homepage — no signup required
  • Three creation paths: start from scratch, let AI build it, or import a PDF/DOC/DOCX
  • Edit in the full-page Studio with live preview, ATS score, and design controls
  • Your work is preserved through signup — no need to start over after creating an account
  • Personal details and template choice carry into the registration form
Improvement Apr 07, 2026

Quick-Create Cards on Resume & Cover Letter Lists

Starting a new document is now one click away. Both the resume and cover letter lists feature a prominent "Create new" card right in the grid, so you no longer need to hunt for a button in the header.

New Feature Apr 06, 2026

TXT Export for Resumes

Export your resume as a plain text (.txt) file in addition to PDF. Useful for pasting into job application forms, ATS systems that prefer plain text, or quick edits in any text editor.

Improvement Apr 05, 2026

Refreshed App Interface — Cleaner Sidebar & Slide-Over Drawers

The whole app interface has been refreshed with a Polar-inspired design language for a cleaner, more focused experience.

  • Redesigned sidebar with consistent spacing, icons, and typography
  • Long forms (support tickets, job alerts) now open in slide-over drawers instead of full pages
  • Standardized button styles across the AI Review, Interview Prep, Job Search, and Billing pages
  • Polished admin panel sidebar with the same design language
Improvement Apr 04, 2026

In-App Changelog Page

You can now view the full changelog directly inside the app without being redirected to the marketing site. The sidebar link now opens the changelog within your dashboard.

Improvement Apr 04, 2026

Resume & Cover Letter Card Redesign

Document cards throughout the app have been redesigned with a modern card grid layout, thumbnail previews, and improved usability.

  • Cover letters now display in a responsive card grid matching the resume list
  • Hover quick actions for Edit, Download PDF, and Duplicate
  • Export PDF option added to resume card dropdown menu
  • Improved placeholder illustrations for documents without thumbnails
  • ATS score badges visible directly on resume cards
New Feature Apr 02, 2026

Redesigned Dashboard Experience

The dashboard has been completely revamped with an interactive guided journey, job matches, and a more action-oriented layout.

  • Interactive 4-phase career journey with progress tracking and contextual tips
  • "Your Job Matches" section showing relevant jobs based on your preferences
  • Quick download buttons on resume cards
  • Refreshed resume and cover letter card designs with thumbnail previews

March 2026

New Feature Mar 28, 2026

AI Bullet Point Generator

Struggling to write impactful bullet points? Use the new AI bullet generator to create professional, achievement-oriented bullet points based on your role and responsibilities.

  • Generate multiple variations per experience entry
  • Tailored to your job title and company
  • One-click insert into your resume
New Feature Mar 28, 2026

Live ATS Score on Resume Cards

ATS compatibility scores are now displayed directly on your resume cards in the list view — no need to open the editor to check your score. Scores update automatically as you edit.

  • Color-coded badges (green, yellow, orange, red) for quick assessment
  • Visible on both the resume list page and dashboard
New Feature Mar 28, 2026

Writing Quality Analysis

A new writing quality checker analyzes your resume bullet points in real time. Get instant feedback on clarity, impact, and conciseness with actionable improvement tips.

  • Scores each bullet for weak verbs, filler words, length, and quantifiable metrics
  • Overall writing score badge in the editor
  • Section-by-section breakdown with specific suggestions
New Feature Mar 22, 2026

Create Resume Wizard & DOC/DOCX Import

A brand-new guided wizard makes creating resumes faster and easier. Choose from multiple paths — start from scratch, let AI build your resume, or import an existing one.

  • Import resumes from PDF, DOC, and DOCX files with AI-powered parsing
  • AI-assisted creation: paste a job description and let AI generate a tailored resume
  • Streamlined step-by-step flow with template selection
  • Projects section now supported in PDF import
New Feature Mar 21, 2026

Job Alerts — Daily Email Digests

Set up automated job alerts and receive the top 5 most relevant new jobs in your inbox every day. Create up to 5 alerts with independent search criteria.

  • Choose your preferred send time and timezone
  • Link a resume for AI-powered relevance ranking
  • Pause, edit, or delete alerts anytime
  • No email sent on days with no matching jobs
Improvement Mar 21, 2026

Job Search UI Improvements

Refreshed the Job Search page with a cleaner tab-based navigation, streamlined result cards, and helpful guidance text on the preferences form.

Improvement Mar 21, 2026

Multi-Location Job Search

Search for jobs across multiple cities at once. Add locations as tags and results from all cities are combined and deduplicated automatically.

Improvement Mar 05, 2026

Show/Hide Skill Proficiency Levels

You can now choose whether to display proficiency levels for your skills and languages. Toggle this in the Design panel — useful if you prefer a cleaner look without progress bars.

New Feature Mar 05, 2026

Projects Section in Resume Builder

A dedicated Projects section is now available in the resume builder, so you can showcase personal projects, open-source contributions, or portfolio work alongside your experience.

Improvement Mar 01, 2026

Collapsible Sidebar

The sidebar can now be collapsed to give you more screen space. Click the collapse button at the bottom of the sidebar to toggle between full and compact modes. Your preference is saved across sessions.

New Feature Mar 01, 2026

Cover Letter Studio

Cover letters now have the same Studio experience — build and preview side by side with live updates, auto-save, and AI writing assistance.

New Feature Mar 01, 2026

Resume Studio — Unified Builder & Live Preview

The resume builder and preview are now combined into a single Studio page. Edit your resume on the left and see a real-time preview on the right — no more switching between tabs.

  • Live preview updates as you type
  • Design panel for styling (fonts, colors, spacing) right alongside the preview
  • Auto-save keeps your work safe

February 2026

Improvement Feb 19, 2026

Template Gallery on Preview Page

Quickly switch between templates while previewing your resume. A new "Templates" button in the preview header opens a gallery modal so you can compare looks without leaving the page.

New Feature Feb 18, 2026

Job Search Preferences

Configure your job search preferences once and search with a single click. Set your preferred job titles, locations, salary range, job type, and more.

  • Use "AI Extract" to automatically generate search keywords from your resume
  • Preferences saved per resume for targeted searches
New Feature Feb 18, 2026

Job Search Across Multiple Providers

Search for jobs across multiple job boards simultaneously. Results from Adzuna, Google Jobs, and Remotive are combined, deduplicated, and presented in a single view.

  • Search across 19+ countries
  • AI-powered keyword extraction from your resume
  • Save interesting jobs with personal notes
  • Results cached for fast repeat searches
  • "Load More" to fetch additional results
New Feature Feb 17, 2026

Interview Prep with AI-Generated Questions

Prepare for your next interview with 12 tailored questions generated by AI based on your resume and target role.

  • Questions based on your experience, skills, and education
  • Optionally specify a target company and job description
  • Choose difficulty level: entry, mid, senior, or mixed
  • Save and revisit past sessions
  • Up to 3 sessions per hour
New Feature Feb 16, 2026

AI Resume Review

Get AI-powered feedback on your resume with detailed scoring across six categories: Impact, Brevity, Completeness, Relevance, Style, and ATS-readiness.

  • Overall score (0-100) with letter grade
  • Actionable suggestions for improvement
  • Optional job description input for job-match analysis
  • Identifies matched and missing keywords
  • Up to 5 reviews per hour
Improvement Feb 14, 2026

Resume Thumbnail Previews on Dashboard

Your dashboard now shows visual thumbnail previews of each resume and cover letter, so you can quickly identify the right document at a glance.

New Feature Feb 14, 2026

AI-Powered Cover Letter Generation

Let AI write your cover letter for you. Select a resume, optionally provide a job description, and our AI will generate a tailored cover letter in seconds.

  • Personalized content based on your resume and target role
  • Edit and refine the generated text as needed
  • Up to 10 generations per hour
New Feature Feb 14, 2026

Cover Letter Builder

Create professional cover letters to complement your resumes. Choose from 4 beautifully designed templates and customize the styling to match your resume.

  • 4 templates: Classic, Modern, Professional, and Minimal
  • Link to an existing resume to auto-fill your details
  • Full styling customization (fonts, colors, margins)
  • PDF export for easy sharing
Improvement Feb 14, 2026

Updated Download and Share Button UI

The Download PDF and Share buttons on the preview page now feature colored icons and improved hover states for better visibility and a more polished look.

Improvement Feb 10, 2026

Template Preview Images on All Pages

All template selection pages now show generated preview images instead of placeholder graphics. See exactly what each template looks like before choosing one for your resume.

New Feature Feb 10, 2026

Support Ticketing System

Need help? You can now submit support tickets directly from within the app. Track your tickets, add replies, and get notified when our team responds.

Improvement Feb 01, 2026

Improved Page Break Handling for Multi-Column Templates

Completely rewrote the page break algorithm for multi-column templates. The new recursive grid-splitting approach ensures content flows naturally across pages without cutting through text or sections.

January 2026

New Feature Jan 22, 2026

Design Customization Panel

Take full control of your resume appearance with the new design panel. Customize colors, fonts, spacing, and layout options without touching any code.

  • 10+ color accent options
  • Multiple font families including Google Fonts
  • Adjustable margins and section spacing
  • Real-time preview as you customize
New Feature Jan 20, 2026

Resume Sharing via Public Links

Share your resume with recruiters using a unique public link. No account required for viewers — just share the URL and they can view your resume instantly in the browser.

New Feature Jan 15, 2026

PDF Export with Pixel-Perfect Rendering

Export your resume as a high-quality PDF that looks exactly like the preview. Powered by a headless browser engine for accurate rendering of fonts, colors, and layouts.

  • A4 paper size with configurable margins
  • Google Fonts support (Roboto, Open Sans, Lato, and more)
  • Automatic multi-page handling with proper page breaks
New Feature Jan 15, 2026

Professional Resume Templates Collection

We launched with a curated collection of professionally designed resume templates, covering a wide range of styles from classic single-column layouts to modern multi-column designs.

  • Several single-column templates for traditional industries
  • A variety of multi-column templates with sidebar layouts
  • All templates support full customization of colors, fonts, and spacing
New Feature Jan 15, 2026

17 Professional Resume Templates

We launched with 17 professionally designed resume templates, covering a wide range of styles from classic single-column layouts to modern multi-column designs.

  • 6 single-column templates for traditional industries
  • 11 multi-column templates with sidebar layouts
  • All templates support full customization of colors, fonts, and spacing