Letter Generator
Write a properly formatted letter in minutes. Choose from 12 types, including cover, resignation, complaint and recommendation letters, fill in a few details and copy, download or print the result.
- 100% free
- No sign-up
- Runs in your browser
Cover letter details
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Include a title such as Dr. or Ms. to use it in the greeting.
Live preview. Replace any [placeholders] before sending.
How to lay out a formal letter
The block format used here is the standard for business and formal letters. Every line starts at the left margin, paragraphs are separated by a blank line, and the parts appear in this order:
- Your name, address and contact details
- The date
- The recipient's name, job title, organization and address
- A subject line, so the reader knows what the letter is about at a glance
- The greeting, such as "Dear Ms. Lee,"
- The body: why you're writing, the details, and what you want to happen next
- A sign-off such as "Sincerely," followed by your name
Tips for any letter
- Put the purpose in the first sentence. The reader shouldn't have to guess why you're writing.
- Be specific: dates, amounts, order numbers and names make a letter easier to act on.
- Say what you want and by when, especially for complaints, reminders and cancellations.
- Keep it to one page. If you need more, attach supporting documents instead.
- For complaints and cancellations, keep a copy and note the date you sent it.
Greetings and sign-offs
Use the person's name whenever you can. If you don't know it, "Dear Hiring Manager" or "Dear Customer Service Team" is better than a generic greeting. "Sincerely" suits formal letters, "Kind regards" works for most others, and "Regards" is neutral and direct.
How it works
How to use it
- Step 1
Choose a letter type
Pick from 12 letters, such as a cover letter, resignation, complaint or payment reminder, and a formal, friendly or firm tone.
- Step 2
Fill in the details
Add your details, the recipient and the fields for that letter. Anything you leave blank stays as a [placeholder] in the preview.
- Step 3
Copy, download or print
Read the live preview, then copy the text, download it as a .txt file or print it. Printing shows only the letter.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about the Letter Generator.
Cover letters, resignation letters, complaint letters, recommendation or reference letters, thank-you letters, apology letters, requests for a raise, business proposal introductions, leave requests, rent or payment reminders, termination of service letters and inquiry letters.
It uses a standard block format: your name and contact details, the date, the recipient's details, a subject line, the greeting, the body paragraphs and a sign-off with your name. Everything is left-aligned, which is the most common layout for business letters today.
Formal is polite and traditional, for employers, landlords and official bodies. Friendly is warmer and more conversational, for people you know or smaller businesses. Firm is direct and sets clear deadlines, which suits complaints, overdue payments and cancellations where you need action.
No. The letter is built in your browser as you type. Nothing is stored or sent to a server, so close the page and your details are gone. Copy or download the letter before you leave.
Click Print letter. The page uses a print stylesheet that hides everything except the letter, so you get a clean page. In the print dialog you can also choose Save as PDF to create a PDF copy.
No. Each letter is assembled from templates written for that letter type and tone, with your details placed into the right sentences. Read it through before you send it and adjust anything that doesn't sound like you.
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