📚 Learn How to Use Simply CV
Everything you need to know to create professional CVs and land your dream job
🚀 Welcome to Simply CV
Take a quick tour of all the tools and pages available to you — everything you need to build, manage, and share your professional CV
Platform Tour
Follow this guided walkthrough to discover every feature Simply CV has to offer. Each step below covers a different area of the platform.
5-Minute Setup
From sign-up to a finished CV in minutes. We'll show you the fastest path to creating a professional, job-ready CV.
🧭 Your Navigation Bar
The top navigation bar is your control centre. Here's what each item does and where it leads you.
Sign Up & Log In
Start by creating a free account. Click the profile icon in the top-right corner of the navigation bar. You'll see options to Sign Up or Log In.
Once you're signed in, the same profile menu gives you quick access to Preview CV, Profile, and Logout.
Use a professional email when signing up — it doubles as the contact email on your CV.
Jobs Board
Click Jobs to browse available job listings. Each listing shows company details, requirements, and how to apply — so you can go straight from building your CV to applying for roles.
Click any job to view full details including the role description, requirements, and application instructions.
Tailor your CV to match key words from the job listing before applying. It makes a huge difference with ATS systems.
Pricing & Plans
Click Pricing to see the available subscription plans. Simply CV offers a free tier with core features, plus premium plans that unlock professional editing, priority support, and more.
Choose the plan that fits your job search needs and subscribe directly from the pricing page.
Start with the free plan to build your CV, and upgrade when you're ready for professional editing or advanced features.
About Simply CV
Want to know more about who we are? Click About to learn about the Simply CV team, our mission, and why we built this platform to make CV creation accessible to everyone.
Contact Us
Have questions, feedback, or need help? Click Contact Us to get in touch with our support team. We're here to help you succeed in your job search.
Check the FAQ tab on this page first — your question might already be answered there!
Tutorial (You Are Here!)
The Tutorial link brings you to this learning centre. Explore our guides on building your CV, tips and best practices, and answers to common questions across the tabs above.
⚡ Quick-Start Checklist
📝 Building Your CV
Step-by-step guide to creating a professional CV
Add Personal Information
Start by filling in your contact details including your full name, email address, phone number, and location. This information appears at the top of your CV and makes it easy for employers to reach you.
Use a professional email address (firstname.lastname@email.com) rather than casual or outdated email addresses.
Write Your Professional Summary
Create a compelling 2-3 sentence summary that highlights your key qualifications, experience, and career goals. This is your elevator pitch - make it count!
Tailor your summary to each job application by including relevant keywords from the job description.
Add Work Experience
List your work history in reverse chronological order (most recent first). For each position, include: company name, job title, employment dates, and 3-5 bullet points describing your achievements and responsibilities.
Use action verbs (managed, developed, increased) and quantify achievements with numbers when possible (increased sales by 25%).
List Your Education
Include your degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework. List your highest level of education first, including the institution name, degree earned, and graduation year.
Recent graduates can include relevant coursework, academic achievements, and GPA (if 3.5 or higher).
Highlight Your Skills
Simply CV allows you to add the following skills: technical, soft, tools and technologies, hobby, language. Add as many as you want in each group.
Focus on skills that are most relevant to the job you're applying for. Match your skills to the job requirements. If no hobbies are mentioned or required do not include them when you download your CV
Add note-worthy projects
Make reference to some projects and community engagements that would be of interest to the recruiter.
For each of the projects, add your key contributions. Community engagements are a good indicator that you are an all-rounded individual.
Review & Download
Proofread your CV carefully for spelling and grammar errors. Preview how it looks, then download it as a PDF. PDF format ensures your formatting stays consistent across all devices.
Ask a friend or mentor to review your CV before sending it to employers. Fresh eyes catch mistakes you might miss!
💼 Tips & Best Practices
Expert advice to make your CV stand out
Keep It Concise
Aim for 1-2 pages maximum. Recruiters spend an average of 6 seconds scanning a CV, so make every word count. Focus on your most relevant and recent experience.
Tailor for Each Job
Customize your CV for each application by emphasizing relevant skills and experiences. Use keywords from the job description to pass ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems).
Use Numbers & Metrics
Quantify your achievements whenever possible. Instead of "Managed a team," say "Managed a team of 12, increasing productivity by 30%."
Action Verbs Matter
Start bullet points with strong action verbs: Led, Developed, Implemented, Achieved, Designed, Optimized, Increased, Reduced.
Proofread Carefully
Spelling or grammar errors can disqualify you immediately. Use spell-check, read it aloud, and have someone else review it before sending.
Common CV Mistakes to Avoid
Replace coolguyjoe123@email.com with firstname.lastname@email.com
Skip your age, marital status, photo (unless required), or unrelated hobbies
Focus on what you accomplished, not just what you were responsible for
Tailor your CV to highlight skills relevant to each specific job
⚡ Platform Features
Explore all the tools Simply CV offers
Easy CV Builder
Intuitive interface with drag-and-drop sections and real-time preview
Professional Templates
Multiple ATS-friendly templates designed by career experts
ATS Optimization
Templates optimized to pass Applicant Tracking Systems
PDF Export
Download your CV as a high-quality PDF ready to send
Auto-Save
Your work is automatically saved as you type
Direct Sharing
Share your CV directly via email or download link
Mobile Friendly
Create and edit your CV on any device, anywhere
Secure & Private
Your data is encrypted and never shared with third parties
Multiple CVs
Create different CV versions for different job applications
Template Customization
Each template can be customized with different colors, fonts, and layouts. Choose from modern, traditional, or creative styles based on your industry and personal preference.
How to change your template:
1. Click "Settings" in the CV builder
2. Select "Change Template"
3. Preview different options
4. Click "Apply" to use your chosen template
Section Management
Add, remove, or reorder sections to match your experience level and career goals. You can include custom sections for certifications, languages, publications, and more.
Available sections:
• Work Experience • Education • Skills • Certifications • Languages • Projects • Volunteer Work • Publications • Awards • Interests
Version Control
Save multiple versions of your CV for different job applications. This makes it easy to tailor your CV for specific roles without losing your original version.
To create a new version:
1. Open your existing CV
2. Click "Save As New Version"
3. Give it a descriptive name
4. Make your customizations
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions
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