Reactive Resume v5 – Free and open-source resume builder with enhanced customization and security

Summary: Reactive Resume v5 is a free, open-source tool for creating, updating, and sharing resumes with improved user experience, multiple templates, and enhanced security features. It supports self-hosting, custom styling, and integrates optional AI capabilities without subscriptions.

What it does

Reactive Resume v5 enables users to build single-page, multi-page, or long-form PDF resumes using 13 templates or custom CSS. It offers improved documentation, multi-language support, and options for self-hosting with setup examples. Security is enhanced with 2FA, Passkeys, and customizable OAuth2/SSO providers. AI features are available via user-provided keys without paywalls.

Who it's for

This tool is designed for job seekers, students, and anyone needing a flexible, privacy-focused resume builder with open-source access and customization options.

Why it matters

Reactive Resume addresses the need for a free, privacy-respecting resume builder that combines ease of use with advanced customization and security, eliminating subscription fees and vendor lock-in.