Preview your CV as a website
See the portfolio version of your resume before you commit to a full build.
Generate previewYou're still emailing a PDF to hiring managers? Here's why the professionals getting hired in 2026 are sending a link instead.
Average time a recruiter spends on a CV
More engagement with a portfolio website
Of employers check candidates online
Recruiters spend 6 seconds on a resume. A website grabs their attention instantly and proves you're tech savvy.
Looks perfect on any device. 60% of recruiters check on mobile.
Show up when recruiters search for your name.
Shows a beautiful preview card when shared in DMs.
Stop being another boring PDF in the pile. Stand out and get hired faster.
| Feature | Portfolio Website | PDF CV |
|---|---|---|
| First impression | Interactive, visually stunning, memorable | Static document — same as every other candidate |
| Portfolio showcase | Full-screen images, live demos, case studies, galleries | Small thumbnails, limited to a couple of pages |
| Google discoverability | Ranks for your name — employers find you | Invisible to search engines |
| Easy to share | One link — paste anywhere: email, LinkedIn, WhatsApp | Attachment that gets lost in inboxes or blocked by spam filters |
| Mobile experience | Responsive, beautiful on any screen | Tiny text, pinch-to-zoom, frustrating on phones |
| Always up to date | Update once — everyone sees the latest version | Old versions floating around that you can't recall |
| Personality & branding | Custom colours, layout, your own style and voice | Black and white, templated, impersonal |
| Multimedia | Embedded videos, links to live projects, animations | Text and static images only |
| Analytics | See who visited, which pages they viewed, how long they stayed | No idea if anyone even opened it |
You don't have to choose — the best strategy is using both.
Next Move
Use the free tools and related guides below to improve your resume, preview your website, and decide how your link should fit into your job search.
See the portfolio version of your resume before you commit to a full build.
Generate previewFind the keyword gaps and weak sections that still matter even when you add a website.
Run CV AnalyzerUnderstand how your website, PDF, and LinkedIn should work together in one application flow.
See that comparisonLearn how candidates use a website to stand out before interviews even start.
Open the guideA PDF CV is table stakes — everyone has one. A portfolio website is your competitive advantage. It's the difference between being "another applicant" and being "the one with the impressive website." CVbaker builds yours in 24–72 hours, starting at $24.99.
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