Show HN: ZenResume – Free, local-first ATS resume builder with AI import

ZenResume· Jul 31, 2026 · 6:25 AM UTC ·4 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 2 views

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ZenResume is a free, local‑first resume builder that lets users create ATS‑friendly resumes without creating an account. It uses Gemini AI to import and parse existing resume content, filling out templates that are optimized for applicant tracking systems. All data is stored locally in the browser, ensuring privacy and no server‑side storage.

Key facts

▪The service is completely free and does not require user registration or data tracking.
▪Gemini AI can parse a messy PDF or raw text and automatically populate the chosen resume template.
▪ZenResume offers seven recruiter‑approved, ATS‑optimized templates for various industries and experience levels.
▪Generated PDFs are high‑fidelity vector files that retain selectable text for easy indexing by recruiters.

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Original publisher	Hacker News (AI / LLM)
Canonical URL	https://www.zenresume.online/
Publication time	Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:25:20 +0000
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🌿 100% Free & No Account Needed Create an ATS-Friendly Resume in 5 Minutes Build a recruiter-approved professional resume. Your details stay 100% private in your browser local cache—never saved to a server database. Create My Resume zenresume.app/editor Why Build With ZenResume? Magic AI Import Upload a messy resume PDF or copy-paste raw text. Our integrated Gemini AI automatically parses and pre-fills your layout fields in seconds. 100% Data Privacy No account signups, no data tracking. Your personal details remain locally saved in your browser storage. Download and load backup JSONs anytime. ATS-Optimized Templates Choose from 7 recruiter-approved templates structured specifically for resume parsing software, ensuring your applications actually get read.

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