Read.cv
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What is Read.cv
Read.cv is a web-based resume and professional profile builder that lets individuals publish a shareable CV page and present work history, links, and writing in a public or semi-public format. It targets job seekers, freelancers, and creators who want a lightweight personal profile that can be shared with employers or clients. The product emphasizes a clean, link-first profile experience rather than a traditional applicant tracking workflow. Read.cv is owned by Perplexity following an acquisition.
Fast, shareable CV pages
Read.cv focuses on creating a public-facing profile that can be shared as a single URL. This supports common job-search workflows such as sending a portfolio/CV link to recruiters, hiring managers, or clients. The output is designed for web viewing rather than only PDF export, which can be useful for modern, link-based applications.
Simple profile-first workflow
The product centers on an individual’s profile and content rather than employer-side requisitions and pipelines. For candidates, this reduces setup overhead compared with platforms that require building multiple applications per employer. It also fits use cases where a candidate wants a consistent “source of truth” profile across opportunities.
Good fit for creators
Read.cv supports linking out to external work (e.g., writing, projects, social profiles) in a structured way. This is practical for roles where proof-of-work matters and where a static resume is less informative. The format can complement, rather than replace, traditional resumes used in formal hiring processes.
Limited recruiting-side tooling
Read.cv is not primarily an employer system for managing job postings, candidate pipelines, interviews, or offers. Organizations needing end-to-end recruiting operations typically require dedicated workflows, permissions, and reporting that are outside a profile builder’s scope. As a result, it is better suited to candidate presentation than to running a recruiting function.
Not a broad job marketplace
Compared with job search sites that aggregate large volumes of listings and provide advanced search and alerting, Read.cv is more profile-centric. Job discovery features (where present) are not the core of the product experience. Candidates may still need separate job boards and aggregators to find roles at scale.
Public profile privacy tradeoffs
Publishing a web CV can introduce privacy considerations, such as exposing employment history or contact pathways. While users can control what they share, a public URL model can be less suitable for candidates in sensitive searches. Some employers also still require standardized resume files and application forms, which can limit reliance on a web profile alone.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Basic profile access; create and host profiles on read.cv (permanent free tier). |
| Supporter | $6 per month or $60 per year | Unlocks personal domains, profile insights, private bookmarks on Posts, supporter badge, and discount on job listings (supporter features described in official Help Center). |
| Job listing | $99 per month per listing | Employer job listings start at $99/month; listings are shared on the Front Page, Open Roles, and the platform's bi-weekly newsletter. |
Seller details
Perplexity AI, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, USA
2022
Private
https://www.perplexity.ai/
https://x.com/perplexity_ai
https://www.linkedin.com/company/perplexity-ai/
