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ResumeGenius

4.5

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Resume Genius was established in 2009 to help Americans make resumes and cover letters faster. The business has since transformed into a leading online resource for job seekers across the globe. With a professional resume builder that leverages AI technology, resume writing and formatting guides, plus hundreds of free resume templates, Resume Genius provides every resource and tool you need to earn more interviews and land better jobs.

Learn how to use our software for free here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeti3oqe1la


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ResumeGenius Reviews Summary

The company has established a strong reputation for its user-friendly resume-building platform, which is praised for its intuitive design, effective templates, and time-saving capabilities. Many customers express satisfaction with the polished results and helpful prompts that enhance their resumes. However, concerns regarding the transparency of pricing practices are prevalent, with some users feeling misled by the marketing of free access. Additionally, issues with customization options and the accuracy of information fetched have been noted. Overall, while the service is highly regarded for its quality and ease of use, addressing pricing clarity could further enhance customer trust.

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Canada
1 review
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Pay wall sucked, at least give the option of free styles so people dont put in the work just to hit a pay wall

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Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Hello Laura,

We are deeply sorry to see your rating towards us. We always want our customers to have the best possible experience with our products or services, and we would love to see if we can find a way to make that happen, so please be on the lookout for a private message shortly to obtain your account details.

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Resume Genius

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It's been a great experience thus far. My resume is beautiful and I feel confident going forward.

Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

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Resume Genius

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Helpful, was listed as free, but found the charge at the end.

Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

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Resume Genius

Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very easy and was done in a matter of 10 min. Downfall part is that it isn't free like I had thought it was. I don't like being fooled.

Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you. We are always open to new suggestions on ways we can improve, and your feedback helps us to do it.

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Resume Genius

Arkansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I think it is a great site and resource. I just wish I was told from the beginning that there would be a cost before typing all of my information into the program. I probably would have still done it, but it was frustrating getting to the end and then being told. It is not all on you, it might've been on there, I just did not see it.

Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you. We are always open to new suggestions on ways we can improve, and your feedback helps us to do it.

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Resume Genius

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Scam site, would not have used if I had known I had to pay to get my resume

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Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Hello Belinda,

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California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I lost the first resume I was writing because it was not able to save during writing. This made me mad!

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Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Hello Erin,

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Resume Genius

North Carolina
1 review
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Very easy to use
April 18, 2022

Very easy to use. Multiple intuitive options and displays.

Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

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Resume Genius

North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Way too much money and for it being a monthly charge of $24 is ridiculous

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Date of experience: April 18, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Hello Tiara,

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Resume Genius

GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was a good experience I liked that it was a low cost and it was easy to use

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

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Resume Genius

1 review
0 helpful votes
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Advertised as free but costs after all the work of putting the resume together is complete. Wont be recommending to others

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Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Hello Savonne,

We are deeply sorry to see your rating towards us. We always want our customers to have the best possible experience with our products or services, and we would love to see if we can find a way to make that happen, so please be on the lookout for a private message shortly to obtain your account details.

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California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Be upfront about 3 dollar charge
April 18, 2022

Be upfront about 3 dollar charge. I know it's not much, but I can see why people get turned off by it.

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

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Resume Genius

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Building my resume' was so easy with Resume Genius.

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

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Resume Genius

Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My first attempt to pay was refused due to some issue

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

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Resume Genius

Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great!
April 18, 2022

Great! It helped me through the whole process and walked me through every stage

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

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Resume Genius

Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was duped into paying for something I thought was free

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you. We are always open to new suggestions on ways we can improve, and your feedback helps us to do it.

Have a great day,
Resume Genius

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I would rather pay a flat fee than for a membership but was happy with the quality of the resume and ease of building it

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you. We are always open to new suggestions on ways we can improve, and your feedback helps us to do it.

Have a great day,
Resume Genius

Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to use
April 17, 2022

Easy to use. Structured. Wonderful suggestions. Creative. Extremely helpful.

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

Have a great day,
Resume Genius

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great experience and easy
April 17, 2022

Great experience and easy. Love the options. Excited about my resume

Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review. Glad we were able to help.

Have a great day,
Resume Genius

1 review
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Very good website and great experience overall. However, not displaying that this is a subscription based service or the payment tiers until after I spent 2 hours on the resume is a dark pattern and you should feel ashamed.

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Date of experience: April 17, 2022
Alexandra M. — ResumeGenius Rep
over a year old

Hello Jake,

We are deeply sorry to see your rating towards us. We always want our customers to have the best possible experience with our products or services, and we would love to see if we can find a way to make that happen, so please be on the lookout for a private message shortly to obtain your account details.

Thank you.

Regards,
Resume Genius