Recommendation Letter Template
You (the recommender)
Who it is for
How you know them
Strengths, each with a real example
Specific stories beat adjectives. Say what they did and what came of it.
Closing
Fill in a few blanks and get a complete recommendation letter built around real examples, not empty adjectives. Enter who you are, who you are recommending and how you know them, add up to three strengths with a concrete example each, and the tool assembles the letter. It flags generic wording and shows the word count against the 300 to 500 word range. Print or save as PDF, nothing uploaded.
How it works
- Enter your details, the candidate's name and pronouns, what you are recommending them for and how long you have known them
- Describe up to three strengths, each with a real example — the tool warns about stock phrases like hard-working
- Check the word count, then click "Print / Save as PDF" and choose "Save as PDF", or copy the text
Frequently asked questions
What should a recommendation letter include?
Who you are, how you know the candidate and for how long, two or three strengths backed by specific examples, a clear statement of how strongly you recommend them, and how to contact you. This template builds the letter in that order.
How long should a recommendation letter be?
Most guides suggest 300 to 500 words, about one page. The counter turns green inside that range, orange when a bit outside and red when far outside.
Why does the tool warn about words like hard-working?
Stock adjectives make letters read as generic. A specific story, such as a project the candidate led and its result, persuades readers far more than a list of qualities.
Can I edit the letter after it is generated?
The letter is assembled from your inputs and updates as you type. Copy the text into a document if you want to rewrite sentences freely.
Is this suitable for academic or scholarship letters?
Yes, put the program or scholarship in the "recommending for" box. Follow any format or length rules the institution gives you, since some require their own forms.
Is anything stored or uploaded?
No. The letter exists only in your browser tab. Save the PDF or copy the text before closing the page.
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Update history
- 2026-09-21 Launched: fill-in recommendation letter builder with example-based strengths, generic-phrase warnings, 300-500 word counter and browser print-to-PDF — no signup or watermark.