Short answer
The clearest approach is to include a brief, honest 'Career Break' line in your chronological history with dates and a few words on what you did — caregiving, study, health, travel or freelancing. Hiding gaps tends to raise more questions than a short, matter-of-fact note. Focus on any skills or courses you kept up during the time.
CV Desk helps you apply this on your iPhone: it keeps the layout ATS-readable, exports a clean PDF with no watermark, and lets you tailor each version to the job. Always adapt to the specific role and country.
What to look for before choosing
- A short, honest 'Career Break' entry.
- Dates and a brief reason.
- Any study, courses or freelance work done.
- Skills kept current.
- A neutral, confident tone.
A practical decision process
- Add a 'Career Break' entry with dates.
- Note briefly what you did.
- Highlight any learning or freelance work.
- Keep it concise in CV Desk.
- Move on — don't over-explain.
Quick comparison
| Need | What to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Check whether useful features require a subscription, a one-time unlock, or neither. | The cheapest app on day one may not be cheapest after a year. |
| Privacy model | Prefer on-device work when the content is sensitive. | Private documents, resumes, study data, and family content deserve careful handling. |
| Export / lock-in | Confirm file formats, sharing, backup, and deletion controls. | A good app should help you finish the task, not trap your work. |
Where CV Desk fits
CV Desk is a strong fit when you want a resume that follows best practice and still passes automated screening.
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