Question 1

Do cover letters still matter in 2026?

Accepted Answer

More than they did two years ago, actually. When every resume looks AI-generated, recruiters increasingly use the cover letter as the signal for which candidate actually engaged with the role. A tailored, specific letter meaningfully lifts shortlist odds — a generic one or a missing one hurts.

Question 2

How is this different from asking ChatGPT for a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

Generic chatbots produce generic, visibly AI-written letters. Cover Letter Pro reads your actual resume, your Workfive voice profile, your Story Bank, and the specific job description — then produces a letter that sounds like you on a good day, backed by real examples.

Question 3

How long should a cover letter be?

Accepted Answer

Three to four short paragraphs — typically 200-300 words. Cover Letter Pro defaults to that range and flags when the AI tries to pad for perceived thoroughness.

Question 4

Can I generate multiple versions for the same role?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Regenerate with different tone settings, different story emphasis, or a different opening hook. Save versions per role in your Application Tracker.

Question 5

Which file formats are supported?

Accepted Answer

PDF and DOCX export, both ATS-friendly. You can also copy the plain text for application forms that don't accept file uploads.

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