Terra CV template: how to use it, tips & FAQ
Terra is best for: Germany, France and other EU applications with photo and personal data.
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Live preview with fictional sample content, drawn by the same renderer as the builder.
What the Terra layout looks like
An earthy structured layout with photo, date of birth and a personal-data block.
The photo only appears if you upload one. In the builder, the Show these details? panel lets you show or hide the photo, date of birth, nationality, marital status and visa status — and that single setting applies to the preview, the PDF, the Word file and printing.
Who the Terra template suits
Think twice for: US, UK and Canadian applications.
Applying in Europe? Check the country rules for photos, date of birth and length in the international CV format guide and date of birth and photo rules.
Is Terra ATS-friendly?
Structured two-column layout; use the Text PDF or .docx for portals.
Whatever design you choose, the builder's Application view shows the same content as a simple one-column page, and the Text PDF and .docx downloads keep selectable text in a clear reading order. No tool can guarantee how a particular employer's system reads a file, so follow the job advert's instructions. More in our ATS-friendly resume guide.
Tips for a stronger Terra CV
- Choose the Continental Europe or Asia format so personal fields show by default.
- Use a neutral headshot.
- Write dates as month and year.
How to make a Terra CV in 5 steps
- Open Terra in the free builder — no account needed.
- Enter your details in the form, or import a JSON backup from another device.
- Click any text on the page to edit it in place; press Enter to finish or Esc to cancel.
- Check page flow with the page markers, then look at Application view for portals.
- Download a Text PDF, a Word .docx, a Design PDF or print.
Terra template FAQ
What personal details does Terra show?
Date of birth, nationality, marital status and visa status — each can be shown or hidden.
Is Terra a German CV template?
It follows the structured European style used in Germany and France.
Is the Terra template free?
Yes. Terra is free to edit and download as a PDF or Word (.docx) file, with no sign-up and no watermark.
Can I switch from Terra to another template without losing my content?
Yes. Your details are stored once and every template reads the same content, so switching designs never deletes anything. You can also undo a change.
Which file should I send to an online application portal?
Use the Text PDF or the Word (.docx) download. Both keep your content in a simple reading order with selectable text. Use the Design PDF when you email the CV directly to a person.
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