Convert a Markdown Resume to PDF
Write your résumé or CV in Markdown, preview A4 or Letter pages, and download a PDF with selectable text and clickable links—no account or watermark.
- Selectable PDF text
- A4 or Letter
- No watermark
Try it with an example résumé
We've loaded a sample Markdown résumé so you can see how headings, experience, skills, and links appear in the exported PDF.
Why write a résumé in Markdown?
Markdown keeps the source easy to edit while you still export a professional PDF for applications.
Plain-text source
Keep your résumé in Markdown you can edit in any text editor.
Version control friendly
Diff and track changes in Git without fighting proprietary formats.
Less formatting drift
Structure content with headings and lists instead of brittle layouts.
Easy template changes
Swap themes, fonts, and paper size without rebuilding the whole CV.
Selectable text for ATS compatibility
Generated PDFs use selectable text rather than résumé screenshots, which can make the document easier for recruiters and document-parsing software to process.
Complex layouts can still affect some ATS systems, so simple single-column Markdown résumés are recommended. Prefer clear headings, standard section names, and links written as Markdown rather than decorative multi-column designs.
A4 vs Letter and one-page layouts
Choose Letter for many US applications and A4 for many other regions. Switch paper size in the full-screen editor and confirm pagination in the live preview.
Margins and font sizes strongly affect whether a résumé stays on one page. If content spills to page two, shorten bullets, reduce spacing, or tighten margins—then re-check the preview before you apply.
Links, typography, and résumé structure
LinkedIn, GitHub, portfolio, and email links written in Markdown remain clickable in the PDF. Keep the contact line concise and scannable.
Built-in fonts are chosen for clean on-screen and print reading. Use consistent heading levels for Experience, Skills, Education, and Projects so the PDF outline matches how recruiters skim a CV.
- Contact and links
- Professional summary
- Experience
- Skills
- Education
- Projects
How to convert a Markdown résumé to PDF
Step 1
Paste or edit Markdown
Start from the sample résumé, paste your own Markdown, or upload a Markdown file (.md, .markdown, or .txt).
Step 2
Preview page size and breaks
Check A4 vs Letter, margins, and whether the résumé stays on one page.
Step 3
Download the PDF
Export selectable text with clickable links when the layout looks right.
Frequently asked questions
Answers about ATS, paper size, clickable links, privacy, and PDF export.
Is a Markdown résumé PDF good for ATS?
Generated PDFs use selectable text rather than a rasterized screenshot, which can make the document easier for recruiters and document-parsing software to process. Complex multi-column layouts can still confuse some ATS systems, so simple single-column Markdown résumés are recommended. This is not a guarantee that every ATS will parse every layout.
Should I use A4 or Letter?
Use Letter for many US applications and A4 for many other regions. You can switch paper size in Document settings and check the live preview before downloading.
Do LinkedIn and portfolio links stay clickable?
Yes. Markdown links remain clickable in the exported PDF, including LinkedIn, GitHub, email, and portfolio URLs.
Can I keep a résumé to one page?
Often yes. Margins, font size, and spacing affect page count. Use the live preview to see breaks, then tighten content or adjust layout settings in Document settings.
Is there a watermark or account requirement?
No. Exported PDFs do not include a watermark, and no account is required.
What happens to my résumé data?
Pasted text and files you open on your device stay in your browser until you download a PDF. We send your Markdown to generate a PDF only when you choose Download, and we do not keep a copy after processing finishes.
Can I start from a sample résumé?
Yes. This page preloads a sample Markdown résumé so you can see headings, experience, skills, and links in the preview, then replace it with your own content.