CV Password Protect For Free

First, open the Office document you would like to protect. Click the File menu, select the Info tab, and then select the Protect Document button. Click Encrypt with Password. Enter your password then click OK.

Go to Tools > Protect Document > Read Only for a squiggly-free resume.

According to the file format's specifications, PDF supports encryption, using the AES algorithm with Cipher Block Chaining encryption mode. Therefore at least, in theory whoever encrypts a PDF file can be sure that only someone who has the password can see what's in the file.

Remember that if you do make your resume private, it won't be visible to potential employers. Unless you don't want anyone to know you're searching for a job, we suggest making it public so hiring managers could reach out to you. Also remember that your information (address, email, and phone) are not shared publicly.

Protecting your privacy by making your resume cyber-safe is very important today.Protect your personal and work contact information.Carefully modify your employment history.Remove any other information which can be related directly ONLY to your current employer.

Job applicants who are actively applying to new jobs while employed often send confidential resumes. If they haven't expressed to their boss or manager that they're considering, or planning on leaving, submitting confidential resumes helps to protect their privacy and keep their job search discreet.

Yes, you should make your resume read only. Making your resume read only in MS Word or Google Docs ensures that: Your resume formatting stays how you want it. Spell-check doesn't leave ugly red lines on your resume.