Cover Letter Generator
Enter the job, the company, and your highlights, pick a tone, and get a polished cover letter in seconds, ready to copy and send.
How to write a cover letter in 5 steps
- 1Enter your name, the job title, and the company so the letter is addressed correctly.
- 2Add the hiring manager's name if you know it; 'Dear Hiring Manager' works fine if not.
- 3List your top skills and achievements, one per line, ideally with numbers.
- 4Pick a tone (professional, warm, or confident) and generate.
- 5Copy the letter, give it one personal read-through, and send it with your tailored resume.
What to include in a cover letter
- ✓A specific opening that names the role and the company, never 'To Whom It May Concern.'
- ✓Two to four achievements that map directly to the job description, with numbers where you have them.
- ✓Why this company, in one sentence, so it doesn't read like a mass send.
- ✓A confident closing that asks for the interview.
- ✓Under one page, always. Three to four short paragraphs is the sweet spot.
Cover letter template
Here's a simple, proven cover letter template. Generate your own above with your real details, or copy this and fill in the brackets. Looking for finished letters instead? See our cover letter examples.
Dear [Hiring Manager's name], I am writing to apply for the [Job title] position at [Company]. With [X] years of relevant experience, I am confident my background is a strong match for this role. Here are a few highlights from my background that map directly to this role: - [Achievement with a number, e.g. "Grew the email list from 5k to 40k subscribers in a year"] - [Skill or achievement matched to the job description] - [A third proof point] Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experience can contribute to [Company], and I am available for an interview at your convenience. Sincerely, [Your name]
Frequently asked questions
How do I write a cover letter?
Address it to a real person if you can, open by naming the exact role and company, back yourself up with two to four achievements that match the job description (with numbers), say in one line why this company, and close by asking for the interview. Keep it under one page. The generator above does the structure for you.
What is the best cover letter format?
Three to four short paragraphs: an opening that names the role, a body with your most relevant achievements (a short bulleted list is fine and easy to scan), a line on why this company, and a closing with a clear call to action. Use the same font and header as your resume.
Do I still need a cover letter in 2026?
When it's optional, a good one still helps you stand out, and when it's required, a generic one hurts you. Since this tool writes one in seconds from your real highlights, there's little reason to skip it or to send a template everyone else is sending.
Is this cover letter generator really free?
Yes. Generate and copy as many letters as you like, no signup. Everything runs in your browser, so your details never leave your device. It's one of several free tools from the team behind JobTailored.
Should my cover letter match my resume?
Yes, and both should match the job listing. The letter tells the story; the resume proves it with the same keywords the ATS is scanning for. JobTailored rewrites your whole resume for any listing with an honest match score, and your first tailored resumes are free.
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