Free resume templates
5 professional designs for your application
Choose the design that perfectly suits your industry from 44 modern, tried-and-tested CV templates. You can edit all 5 templates directly in the browser and export them as a print-ready PDF without a watermark.
No credit card required · Ready to go immediately · 100% DIN 5008 compliant
Choose your free template
Click on a template to immediately open it with sample data in the editor.
Minimalist, clean, and timeless. Optimal readability and ATS compatibility across all industries.
Modern two-column layout highlighting your profile, skills, and languages.
Sophisticated contrast layout with vibrant accents for modern professionals.
Sets targeted visual accents without appearing restless. Perfect for immediately standing out from the crowd among creative employers.
Strong headings and a strong visual hierarchy. Confidently highlights leadership experience and masterful expertise.
Would you like even more choice?
In addition to the all 55 free templates, CVStart offers 39 additional designs for special accents - unlockable with a fair one-time payment of 6.99 CHF without any subscription.
Which template suits which industry?
Choosing the right design depends largely on your job and company culture.
Conservative & formal industries
In authorities, banks, law firms and large corporations, structure counts over color. Here our Formal template is the first choice.
Modern companies & SMEs
The two-column template Journey is ideal for marketing, sales, consulting and dynamic medium-sized companies.
Tech, IT & Science
Programmers, engineers and scientists score points with the Minimal template, which is reduced to the essentials.
Frequently asked questions about the free templates
Transparent information about usage, formats and storage options.
Are all 55 templates really 100% free?
Yes. You can use these 5 CV templates without any restrictions, fill them with your personal data and download them as a print-ready PDF - permanently and free of charge.
Can I change the template while editing?
Yes, with just one click. All data that has already been entered is retained in its entirety when you switch between the different designs in the editor.
Do the templates meet the requirements in Germany (DIN 5008)?
Yes. All templates were designed according to the common standards of German HR departments. Structure, margins and font sizes correspond to the expectations of modern recruiters.
Are the templates also optimized for ATS systems (applicant scanners)?
Yes. The text structure is clearly translated into machine-readable vectors so that automatic applicant management systems can read your data without errors.
Are there hidden costs when downloading?
No. You don't need a credit card or a subscription to use the all 55 free templates. Downloading as a PDF is guaranteed free.
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