A public resume is a professional landing page dedicated to your career profile, accessible via a unique, shareable URL. Unlike a static PDF file, it's a dynamic, online hub that you can update anytime. Think of it as your personal career website, designed to impress recruiters and hiring managers.

Why a Public Resume Matters for Your Job Search

In today's digital-first hiring landscape, a public resume gives you a competitive edge. Recruiters can find you through search engines, and you can share your qualifications with a single click—no more cumbersome email attachments. It allows you to present a richer profile, complete with a portfolio, project links, and a professional photo, all in one place.

Step-by-Step: Create Your Public Resume in 5 Minutes

Creating a shareable resume link with Hirective is fast and intuitive.

1. Start Building: Navigate to the [Hirective Conversational Builder](/cv/start) to input your professional details. Our AI-powered chat will guide you.

2. Go to Your Profile: Once your resume data is saved, go to your Dashboard and select "Public Profile."

3. Choose Your URL: Pick a clean, professional URL slug (e.g., `hirective.com/jane-doe-marketing`).

4. Preview and Adjust: Review how your public resume looks on desktop and mobile. Adjust privacy settings as needed.

5. Activate! Click the "Activate" button. Your resume is now live and shareable.

Template: What to Include in Your Public Resume

A great public resume profile contains more than just work history.

* Professional Headline: A concise title like "Senior Software Engineer | Python, AWS, and AI"

* Summary/About Me: A 2-3 sentence pitch about your expertise and career goals.

* Contact Information: A professional email and a link to your LinkedIn profile.

* Work Experience: Detailed descriptions using the SCAR method.

* Skills: A clear section for hard and soft skills.

* Portfolio/Projects: Links to live projects, GitHub, or a design portfolio.

* Education & Certifications: Your degrees and any relevant professional certifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is a public resume the same as a LinkedIn profile?

No. A public resume is a focused, curated presentation of your qualifications that you control completely. A LinkedIn profile is a social network with more distractions.

Can search engines like Google find my public resume?

Yes, if you set your visibility to "Public." This increases your chances of being discovered by recruiters. Hirective profiles are optimized for search engines.

Is it safe to have my resume public?

Yes. With Hirective, you control what information is visible. We recommend omitting sensitive personal details like your home address or full birth date.