Resignation Letter Generator
Resigning from your job? Get a professional, signature-ready resignation letter in 30 seconds. Pick warm, neutral, or formal — and get a verbal script for the in-person conversation plus tips for what NOT to say.
Optional — the AI will paraphrase gracefully or use a neutral line if left blank.
Resignation Letter FAQ
How much notice should I give?+
Two weeks is the US standard and what most employers, recruiters, and HR systems expect — anything less can burn a reference. If you're in a senior role, on a critical project, or in a country with statutory notice (UK, Germany, etc.), give 3-4 weeks or whatever your contract states. If your workplace is hostile or you've been mistreated, two weeks is still the safer move for your reference — but you owe nothing beyond the legal minimum.
Should I include a reason for leaving?+
Optional, and keep it short and positive. A one-line reason like 'to pursue a new opportunity aligned with my long-term goals' is plenty — your resignation letter goes in your personnel file forever, so never name the new employer, never mention comp, and never criticize the manager or company. Save the real reasons for the exit interview (and even there, stay measured).
Can I email my resignation letter?+
Yes — email is standard in 2026, especially for remote teams. Best practice: tell your manager first in a live conversation (in-person or Zoom), then send the written letter as an email within an hour so HR has it on file. Don't lead with the email — managers should hear it from you first, not from an Outlook notification.
What if my manager asks me to stay?+
Be prepared — counter-offers are common, especially if you're a strong performer. Industry data shows that 50-80% of people who accept a counter-offer leave within 12 months anyway, because the underlying reasons rarely change. Decide your answer BEFORE the conversation. If you're set on leaving, thank them, decline politely, and keep the focus on a clean handover.