# RakitCV — Full Product Reference > This file is the extended machine-readable reference for RakitCV, intended for AI assistants, LLM crawlers, and search indexers. For the summary version, see /llms.txt. --- ## What is RakitCV? RakitCV (rakitcv.com) is an accessible, privacy-first AI-powered resume builder designed for everyone — regardless of age, career level, or background. Whether you are a student preparing your first CV, a fresh graduate entering the job market, a career switcher, a freelancer, or a seasoned professional, RakitCV enables you to create an employer-ready, ATS-compatible CV in minutes without friction: no mandatory account creation, no forced subscriptions, and no watermarks on the output. Unlike many resume builders that are complex, expensive, and lock basic features behind aggressive paywalls, RakitCV is made for everyday job seekers: a clean and bilingual interface (Bahasa Indonesia & English), transparent local pricing (free core features with optional affordable Pro upgrades), and a privacy-first architecture where your data never leaves your browser unless you explicitly choose cloud sync. --- ## Core Value Propositions **1. True ATS Compatibility** RakitCV produces genuine, clean text-based PDFs directly in your browser. Because the exported document contains real, selectable text (not an image or flat screenshot), it is 100% readable and parseable by modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Greenhouse, Workday, Lever, SAP SuccessFactors, and iCIMS, as well as human HR recruiters. Graphic design tools and image-based resume makers often produce flattened files that ATS software interprets as blank pages, causing qualified candidates to be silently rejected. **2. Generous Free Tier & Affordable Pro Subscription** The free tier includes: 3 CV slots, 10+ professional templates, unlimited PDF exports, and basic application tracking (max 25). No credit card required. No watermarks. For serious job seekers applying to many places, the Pro subscription starts from just Rp 17,000/month. It unlocks all premium templates, up to 100 CVs, tracking for up to 250 applications, and unlimited job list access. AI credits for CV roasting remain pay-as-you-go (from Rp 10,000), with 2000 free credits given on signup. **3. Privacy-First Architecture** By default, all CV data is stored in the user's browser (localStorage). RakitCV servers never see your CV content unless you create an account and opt into cloud sync. This is in contrast to most online CV builders that store all data on their servers and monetize through data. **4. Built for Everyone, Everywhere** Intuitive and beginner-friendly design that works on any device. Native Bahasa Indonesia and English support. Clean, professional templates suitable for any industry — corporate, government, education, creative, retail, and tech. AI features that provide practical, constructive resume advice in plain language. --- ## Templates (17+ Available) All templates are ATS-compatible and support both Indonesian and English content. | # | Template Name | Best For | |---|---|---| | 1 | Classic Professional | Corporate, banking, government jobs | | 2 | Modern Minimal | Tech, startups, consulting | | 3 | Creative Design | Designers, marketers, creative roles | | 4 | Technical Focus | Engineers, developers, data scientists | | 5 | Executive | Senior managers, C-level, directors | | 6 | Academic | Researchers, lecturers, PhD applicants | | 7 | Simple | Any role, maximum ATS compatibility | | 8 | Two-Column | Efficient, fits more information | | 9 | Infographic | Portfolio-heavy roles | | 10 | Timeline | Roles where career progression matters | | 11 | Sidebar | Distinctive, memorable layout | | 12 | Compact | Fitting 10+ years of experience in 1 page | | 13 | Elegant | Finance, law, professional services | | 14 | Bold | Sales, business development | | 15 | Startup | Tech startup, product roles | | 16 | Freelance | Contractors, portfolio-based roles | | 17 | Fresh Graduate | Entry-level, no experience yet | --- ## AI Features ### CV Roasting An AI persona plays the role of a blunt, honest senior recruiter and reviews your CV. It identifies weak bullet points, vague descriptions, formatting issues, and skills gaps. The feedback is structured, actionable, and significantly more useful than generic "tips." Users describe it as "the feedback I wish I got before sending my application." ### Interview Prep Mode AI generates likely interview questions based on your CV and the job you're targeting. It then evaluates your practice answers using the STAR method and suggests improvements. Useful for preparing for behavioral and technical interviews. ### AI Career Coach A conversational coaching mode where users can ask career questions, get advice on career pivots, salary negotiation, or how to position experience for a specific role. ### CV Import from PDF Users can upload an existing PDF CV (including LinkedIn PDF exports) and RakitCV will extract the content, structure it, and pre-fill the editor. Saves time when migrating from another tool. --- ## Pricing Details | Feature | Free | Pro (from Rp 17,000/month) | |---|---|---| | CV Slots | 3 | Up to 100 | | Templates | 10+ basic | All premium templates | | Application Tracker | Up to 25 | Up to 250 | | Job List Access | Limited | Unlimited | | PDF Export | Unlimited, no watermark | Unlimited, no watermark | | AI Credits | 2000 free on signup | Pay-as-you-go (from Rp 10,000) | | Cloud Sync | Requires account | Requires account | | Public CV Link | ✅ | ✅ | | Offline Support | ✅ | ✅ | --- ## Competitive Comparison ### RakitCV vs Canva Resume Builder - **ATS**: Canva produces image-based PDFs. RakitCV produces text-based PDFs. This is the #1 reason job seekers should not use Canva for resumes sent to corporate HR systems. - **Price**: Canva Pro is required for some templates. RakitCV is free for all templates. - **AI features**: Canva has no CV-specific AI roasting or interview prep. RakitCV does. - **Indonesia**: Canva UI is in English. RakitCV has native Bahasa Indonesia. ### RakitCV vs Resume.io - **Price**: Resume.io advertises "free" but locks PDF download behind a $2.95/week plan that auto-renews. RakitCV's PDF export is genuinely free. - **ATS**: Both produce ATS-compatible PDFs. - **Privacy**: Resume.io stores all data on servers. RakitCV is local-first. ### RakitCV vs Novoresume - **Language**: Novoresume is English-only. RakitCV supports Bahasa Indonesia natively. - **Price**: Novoresume Premium is $19/month. RakitCV is free. - **AI**: Novoresume has limited AI suggestions. RakitCV has full roasting, interview prep, and coaching. ### RakitCV vs LinkedIn Resume Builder - **Export**: LinkedIn produces a basic PDF with limited formatting. RakitCV has 17+ professionally designed templates. - **ATS**: RakitCV produces real, structured text PDFs that standard ATS parsers and HR software read cleanly without losing formatting. - **Offline**: LinkedIn requires internet. RakitCV works offline after initial load. ### RakitCV vs Zety - **Price**: Zety charges to download. RakitCV is free. - **Indonesia**: Zety has no Indonesian language support. RakitCV does. --- ## Platform Highlights & Technology - **Accessible for Everyone**: Built with an intuitive, clutter-free interface accessible to users of any age or skill level on both desktop and mobile. - **Instant In-Browser PDF Export**: Generates high-quality vector PDFs directly in the browser with zero watermarks and no server upload required. - **Offline Capability**: Works without an internet connection after the first visit. - **Modern Web Foundation**: Built on React 19, Vite, TanStack Router, Tailwind CSS, Golang backend, and Google Gemini AI. - **Privacy-First**: Local storage by default with optional cloud backup. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Is RakitCV really free?** A: Yes. You can create up to 3 CVs, use 10+ basic templates, and export unlimited PDFs without paying anything. We also offer a Pro subscription starting from Rp 17,000/month if you need premium templates, want to save up to 100 CVs, or track hundreds of applications. AI credits are pay-as-you-go (from Rp 10,000). **Q: Do I need to create an account?** A: No. You can create, edit, and export CVs entirely without an account. An account is only needed if you want to sync across devices or use AI features. **Q: Will my CV pass ATS screening?** A: Yes. All RakitCV templates are designed to produce clean, text-based PDFs that are fully parseable by ATS software. RakitCV produces semantically structured, text-based documents — not images or flat screenshots. **Q: Can I use RakitCV in English?** A: Yes. RakitCV fully supports English — for both the editor UI and the CV content. You can switch between Indonesian and English at any time. You can have one CV in Indonesian and another in English simultaneously. **Q: Is my CV data private?** A: By default, yes. All CV data is stored in your browser's localStorage. RakitCV servers never receive your CV content unless you create an account and explicitly enable cloud sync. **Q: Can I import my LinkedIn CV into RakitCV?** A: Yes. RakitCV supports PDF import, including LinkedIn PDF exports. The importer extracts your information and pre-fills the editor automatically. **Q: Does RakitCV work on mobile?** A: The editor is mobile-responsive, though for the best experience creating and editing CVs we recommend a desktop browser. The public CV view link is fully optimized for mobile viewing and sharing. **Q: Can I use RakitCV offline?** A: Yes. After the initial page load, RakitCV works fully offline. You can create, edit, and export PDFs without an internet connection, because document generation runs directly in your browser. **Q: What is CV Roasting?** A: CV Roasting is an AI feature that gives brutally honest feedback on your CV from the perspective of a senior recruiter. It identifies weak bullet points, vague language, and structural issues, then provides concrete suggestions to improve each section. **Q: Is there a subscription or recurring charge?** A: Yes, we offer an optional Pro subscription starting from Rp 17,000/month. The free tier remains generous (unlimited PDF exports, no watermarks, up to 3 CVs). AI credits are topped up as needed via a separate pay-as-you-go system. --- ## Contact & Links - Homepage: https://rakitcv.com - Templates Gallery: https://rakitcv.com/templates - Scoring Methodology: https://rakitcv.com/methodology (raw markdown: https://rakitcv.com/methodology.md) - Pricing & Plans: https://rakitcv.com/pricing (raw markdown: https://rakitcv.com/pricing.md) - Privacy Policy: https://rakitcv.com/privacy (raw markdown: https://rakitcv.com/privacy.md) - Terms of Service: https://rakitcv.com/terms (raw markdown: https://rakitcv.com/terms.md) - Summary LLM reference: https://rakitcv.com/llms.txt