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LiveCareer

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At LiveCareer.com, we’re all about giving you the tools you need, from resume templates to a cover letter builder, to land the job you want. Our team includes career development experts, certified resume writers, and passionate professionals, all laser-focused on helping you get hired. See why professionals place their trust in LiveCareer Resume Builder to improve their online job search by reading our user reviews.


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LiveCareer Reviews Summary

The company's customer service approach is characterized by a mix of commendable support and significant concerns regarding billing practices. Many customers praise the helpfulness, professionalism, and genuine nature of the representatives, noting positive experiences in resolving issues quickly. However, a troubling trend emerges with numerous complaints about unauthorized charges and difficulties in canceling subscriptions, leading to feelings of frustration and distrust. While the quality of the service, particularly in resume building, is acknowledged, the company's billing transparency and communication practices require urgent improvement to enhance overall customer satisfaction and trust.

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1 review
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Used their services once and I would never ever used it again. At the beginning I did not know that you had to pay to download a CV created on their website. I spent quite a lot of time doing my CV and at the end, when I tried to download my CV, they asked me to pay around 3 pounds. I had no choice but to pay because I have already spent a lot of time creating the CV. I filled in my bank account details, the money were taken from my account. After that, I have literally never logged in or accessed their website the following two weeks. After two weeks I realized they took 23 pounds from my bank account for a "subscription" I had no idea about! It must have been somewhere in the small print so everybody can get fooled! I was not angry at the beginning or anything as I knew I was going to get in touch with them, explain that I did not used their services and that I was not aware I was subscribing to anything. Guess what? I got in touch with them three times and they refused to refund my money every single time for the following foolish reason: " Requested refund after trial period". I repeat, "a trial period " in which their records were showing that I did not even log in into my accounts or access their website! I would recommend their services to no one! Never use their services!

Date of experience: April 6, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

We apologize that you weren’t happy with your experience while using our service. We are very committed in providing great customer service and again are very sorry that you had this experience. We take all feedback very seriously. It will be forwarded to our Marketing team. Please contact us directly at [email protected] if you need any further assistance on your account. We will send you a private message through here so we can take a look at your account so we can get in touch with you shortly and provide you with a timely resolution.

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LiveCareer

Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I do not recommend.
April 4, 2016

I was aware of the 14 day trial period. I requested via their customer service form that my account be canceled within the trial period. However, after being charged for a renewal I was told there was no record of my request. I find that very convenient for them. Also the form promises a quick reply. The only quick reply I received was from the billing department telling me they could not correct the billing. Please, please read the reviews before using.

Date of experience: April 3, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings J. H.,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and have had this experience with our services J. H. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

Oregon
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Like everyone else I signed up for the Trial, downloaded my resume, then never used it again. I contacted them as soon as I discovered the charge, which was in PENDING status. I called to cancel and refund since it hadn't been used since day 1 of the trial and it was denied outright. I had to go through no less than 8 pages trying to trick you into staying. It said things such as your resume will be deleted permanently and your account will be terminated and other scare tactics to make you stay.
I escalated the claim to my bank with a charge back and they had the audacity to claim that I never cancelled my service (They said service was ongoing) and that I had never contacted them which resulted in them winning. I have a screenshot of the cancellation and audio recordings of your deceptive reps.
I can't believe I have to waste so much time to get my money back, I also filed a claim with the BBB.
Next time you talk to a rep on the phone, mention how you know that you're not the first person to have this problem with their company and they go dead silent. They know it's wrong, they also have the billing dept. separate from the call center we can't argue our case with them.
Everytime they tell you "We'll get back to you" The claim gets denied and then they will deny ever speaking to you.
Also, their site says one month of full access is $34.95. If that is the case, why was I and other people billed for $39.80?
Lying, deceitful company. Avoid like the Plague.

Date of experience: April 3, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Matthew R,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and have had this experience with our services Matthew. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

Iowa
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I signed up for the trial and then started getting charged $39.80 a month. Now I'm being charged by Resumenow and LiveCareer which are the same. This last month I was charged 3 times for $39.80. The product is good but not for $120 a month. It took me a couple of months to figure out what was going on because the names were not the same. I am now trying customer service and that doesn't sound very encouraging. Stay away. There have to be more reputable sites out there.

Date of experience: April 3, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Cathy D,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and have had this experience with our services Cathy. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Outstanding
April 3, 2016

Its the first time I've tried to cancel something (beside the usual and expected sales pitch to try to save) and they haven't given me the round about. Super professional and easy to chat online with a representative. I loved the service when i needed it and will be coming if i choose to again because of how easy it is to do business with them.

Date of experience: April 2, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Alejandra,

Thanks for the positive feed back. We are committed on providing great customer service. We take all feedback very seriously. It was our pleasure to have you as our customer. Thanks for using our services.

Best Regards,
LiveCareer

Virginia
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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I made a trial account MONTHS ago. Used it once and never used the site again OR signed up to continue usage. I don't even know if they've been charging me since before 2016 but for the past THREE MONTHS, they have taken 3 $40+ payment from my account totaling over 120 dollars UNBEKNOWNST TO ME,,, for their site that I ha e literally used ONE SINGLE TIME! They are scammers and thieves! I AM LIVID! They will NOT continue to get away with stealing from people!

Date of experience: April 2, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Megan P,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and have had this experience with our services Megan. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very good customer service
April 2, 2016

Diego, was very knowledgeable on my concern. Very helpful!

Date of experience: April 1, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Hannah,

Thanks for the feedback. It was our pleasure to assist you. We are committed on providing excellent customer service. We take all feedback very seriously.

Best Regards,
LiveCareer

Maryland
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I need my money
April 1, 2016

You guys charged me 38 dollars twice! I am getting the news involved. You can't do that to people.

Date of experience: April 1, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Brittany I.,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and have had this experience Brittany. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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NOTHING BUT FRAUD. I MADE ONE RESUME PAID THE 1.95 TO HAVE ACCESS TO IT FIR 14 DAYS. AFTER I PAID I COULD NO LONGER ACCESS IT OR MAKE CHANGES. THEN IN SMALL PRINT THEY SIGN YOU UP FOR A MEMBERSHIP AND START RIPPING YOU OFF FOR VARIOUS CHARGES OUT OF YOUR ACCOUNT. WHEN YOU CALL TO CANCEL THEY SOUND HELPFUL ON THE PHONE AND WILL REFUND YOU MONEY, BUT THEN SEND YOU EMAILS SAYING YOUR REFUNDS HAVE BEEN REJECTED. THEY ARE SUCH A SCAM THEY CAN'T TELL YOU IN PERSON. DON'T DO BUSINESS WITH THEM, THEY ARE A SCAM!

Date of experience: March 31, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Theresa A,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and have had this experience Theresa. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I paid 1.95 for one-time service, and without permission This company charged me $40! And the whole time I didn't get any email or notification. The craziest part is there is not even price showed when you register at the first time! I will report this fraud to the local news and social media!

Date of experience: March 31, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Xinyi,

We are very sorry that you feel this way Xinyi G. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

GB
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I paid a few pounds for a one of service... so I thought but this company seems to think that it can continue to take £23.80 from my account every month and when it likes! AVOID AT ALL COSTS... 24 chat line not available, cannot log back in! Time to involve trading standards

Date of experience: March 31, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Colin,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and had this experience Colin. We are more than willing to assist you with your concerns. We have sent you a private message so we can assit you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

Canada
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
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This company has been stealing my money without letting me know. The customer service guy seems like he had already heard this kinds of complain thousands of times and did not help at all. I just want a full refund otherwise I will start a class action against this company.

Date of experience: March 31, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Daniela,

We are sorry that you feel this way and also are very sorry that you had this experience. We are more than willing to assist you Daniela. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards,
LiveCareer

Florida
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I am a single mother of two children trying to graduate nursing school. I used the $1 resume. Which it did not tell me it cost money until I completely finished it. I paid the $1 fee.
Not even two weeks later (14 day trial) my account is charged $40. I try to log into Live Career website and my account shows no membership or resume that I had created. I see I am not the only person who has been scammed. I want my $40 back. Worst part is I paid for My Perfect Interview through my college tuition already and it should have been free from the get go.
Please fix this problem and make it clear for future users. As clearly by your reviews you guys are not putting the prices out there! I will be calling, emailing, and hoping to hear from you soon. If not resolved the local news will be hearing about it.

Date of experience: March 28, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Sydney C.

We are sorry that you feel this way and that you have had this experience with our service Sydney. We are more than willing to help you with your concerns. We take every feedback very seriously. We have sent you as private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Best Regards,
LiveCareer

Colorado
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I agree with many other reviewers. The site states that you will be billed $1.95 for a 14 day trial. However, upon signing up I was charged $39.80 immediately. Although the site does say the charges will recur at $9.95 weekly every four weeks they immediately charge the $39.80 and do not refund charges. If you can cancel at any time, the first charge should be refundable and only the initial $1.95 should be charged. This is a scam and not as advertised. No one should be charged $39.80 until AFTER four weeks have passed. I know that I was charged $39.80 before my initial 14 days even expired, never received and never received an email confirming my subscription or the original $39.80. I agree, this is definitely fraudulent billing.

Date of experience: March 26, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Michelle P,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and had this experience with our services Mrs. Michelle. We will be more than glad to assist you with your concern. We take every feedback very seriously. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner with a proper resolution.

Regards
LiveCareer

Canada
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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When you do a resume on their site you may think your making a one time purchase but you are not. You will be charged a $50 on your credit card at the end of each month until you realize you have to go back to the site account and cancel your subscription. In my case they ripped off a paraplegic gentleman who lost his job. They also go under the name of My perfect resume.

Date of experience: March 24, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings M O,

We are very sorry that you feel this way and had this experience with our services M O. We will be more than glad to assist you with your concern. We take all feedback very seriously. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner with the proper resolution.

Regards
LiveCareer

Pennsylvania
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Horrible
March 23, 2016

They charged me forty dollars without even telling me and refused to refund me.

Date of experience: March 23, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings Michele S,

We are very sorry that you had this experience with our services Mrs. Michele S. We will be more than glad to assist you with your concern. We take every feedback very seriously. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner with a proper resolution.

Regards
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California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I have bought the 14 days membership, and there is no message explicitly telling me they will automatically charge 40 dollars a month without any message sent to my email address. I have been charged 160 dollars over these 4 months, and I just discovered it on my bill. THIS IS COMPLETELY FRAUDULENT. The customer service guy seems like he had already heard this kinds of complain thousands of times and did not help at all.
DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE.

Date of experience: March 22, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings

We are very sorry that you feel this way and had this experience with our services Mr. Chris J. We will be more than glad to assist you with your concern. We take every feedback very seriously. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards
LiveCareer

Saudi Arabia
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Its a scam
March 21, 2016

They charged my credit card for 40 dollars without my permission. Its unaccpted, never use this site

Date of experience: March 21, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings,

We are very sorry that you have had this experience with our services Mrs. Shaza A. We will be more than glad to assist you. We take every feedback very seriously. We have sent you a private message so we can assist you in a secure manner.

Regards
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Washington
1 review
4 helpful votes
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FRAUD
March 19, 2016

I signed up for a 14 day trial for $1.95 and have now been charged over $110! This is complete fraud as I never signed up for a subscription and was never warned before I was charged! DO NOT USE THIS SITE! They also make it almost impossible to cancel your subscription once you do realise that you have been fraudulently charged for months! FRAUD!

Date of experience: March 18, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

We apologize that you weren’t happy with your experience with our service. We are very committed in providing great customer service and again are very sorry that you had this experience. We take all feedback very seriously. It will be forwarded to our Marketing team. Please contact us directly at [email protected] if you need any further assistance on your account. We will send you a private message through here so we can take a look at your account so we can get in touch with you shortly and provide you with a timely resolution.

Best regards,

LiveCareer

Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I used LiveCareer three months ago to build a resume for work. Little did I know that after resuming my account I would "activate" a monthly subscription of 34,95$ CAD... The only indication being on the subscription E-mail that they send to confirm your purchase. You know, the e-mail you get to authenticate the transaction on a service that you chose (in that case a 14 days trial)? Have you ever had a service that wrongfully gets you to subscribe to it without ever giving you any indication of the renewment except in your bank account listing at the end of the month?

In that case, you can subscribe to this horrible and dishonest service.

Date of experience: March 18, 2016
Laura T. LiveCareer Rep
over a year old

Greetings,

We are sorry that you feel this way Michel J, also we apologize for this inconvenience. We take all feedback very seriously. We have sent you a private message to assist you in a secure manner.

Regards
LiveCareer