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Creating a Resume on Indeed

Creating a resume gives employers a clear picture of your qualifications and experience. In this guide, we'll help you get started and show you how to upload a resume file and how to create a resume on Indeed.

Important: We’re updating your profile and resume experience. Thanks for your patience as we gradually roll out these improvements.

Getting started

Know the basics

  • Your uploaded file is automatically converted into a PDF. This helps employers easily view it.
  • Let employers find you or keep your resume hidden. The profile settings menu page explains more about these privacy settings.

Signing in or creating an account

Is this a new account?

  • Remember to verify your account.
  • Sign in using the same address each time.

Is this an existing account?

  1. Sign in to your account.
  2. Open your Profile.
  3. Click or tap the Resume tab to get started.
Tip: Complete your contact details and preferences anytime. This will help employers find you and we use it to better match you with jobs.

Uploading a resume file

For new or existing accounts, follow these steps:

  1. Click or tap Upload a resume.
  2. Choose a document stored on your phone or desktop computer.
  3. Preview the resume.
  4. Click or tap Save resume. You can also choose a different resume.
Need more help? Here are a few common questions and answers about creating, uploading and managing a resume file.

File formats and best practices

These tips help employers access a clear copy of your resume.

Don’t

  • Scan your resume or take a photo of it.
  • Use photos or graphics.

Managing the file you uploaded

  • Use the Resume options menu to manage your uploaded resume file. 
  • Visit the resume options menu page in the Help Centre to learn more.

Uploading your LinkedIn profile to Indeed

  1. Sign in to LinkedIn.
  2. Follow the instructions on how to save your profile as a PDF.
  3. Sign in to your Indeed account.
  4. Go to your Resume tab and click or tap Upload resume.
  5. Select your LinkedIn PDF file from your computer.
  6. Review your resume and select Upload this resume.
Important: Downloading your profile as a PDF isn’t available on the LinkedIn mobile app. It’s also only available for users whose profile language is English.

Build a resume

Alternatively, you can create a resume instead of uploading a file. That way, you can edit individual sections of your resume, should you need to make changes on the spot.

For new or existing accounts, follow these steps:

  1. Click or tap Build an Indeed Resume.
  2. Fill in the individual section or skip steps to complete the resume.
  3. Click or tap Continue to move on to your job search preferences. You can either fill in your search preferences or leave them blank.
  4. Choose Finish to continue to your profile.

Editing your resume

  1. You can edit your resume by clicking the three dots and choosing the pencil icon.
  2. Choose Edit resume.
  3. You can now edit the individual sections of your resume by clicking on the pencil icons.
Important: You can only edit the resume you have created on Indeed. If you have uploaded a resume file to your profile, you can replace it.

Technical support

Issue: I’m trying to upload a resume file, but it’s not working.

Solution: There might be an issue with the file. Try the following:

  1. Check the file format. Not all formats are accepted.
  2. Use a different file.
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