# Reactive Resume

> Free, open-source resume builder with live preview and no paywalls

Reactive Resume is a privacy-focused resume builder that lets you create, tailor, and format resumes without advertisements or subscriptions. It features a split-pane interface with real-time PDF previews and supports multiple languages and templates. It can be used directly on the web or self-hosted for complete data ownership.

Website: https://rxresu.me/

## What it is for

- Design and update a professional resume without paying a subscription
- Self-host a private resume builder to keep personal employment data off third-party servers
- Export tailored CVs to high-quality PDF format with a live preview

## Features

- Real-time split-pane editing with live preview
- Customizable layout, colors, typography, and sections
- Direct PDF export without watermarks
- Self-hosting support via Docker
- No tracking, ads, or paywalled templates

## Pricing

Open source. Free and open source

## Details

- Type: Web app
- Category: [Productivity](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity.md)
- Open source: yes
- Platforms: Web, Self-hosted
- For: Job seekers, developers, and privacy-conscious professionals
- Alternative to: Canva, Novoresume, Zety
- Tags: resume, cv, open source, pdf, career, self hosted

## Why it was saved

- [@kalypsodesigns, 21 December 2025](https://www.instagram.com/p/DShMaVqEsXe/): Eliminates subscription paywalls of typical resume builders, offering full control over your CV data and export formats.
- [@setupsai, 4 January 2025](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEZjjHuTcvE/): It offers modern resume templates and live PDF previewing without hidden paywalls, subscriptions, or watermarks.

## Compare

- [Alternatives to Canva](https://xiry.app/alternatives/canva.md)

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Updated 3 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/reactive-resume

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