burntCV is a web application designed to provide users with a humorous and brutally honest critique of their résumé. The primary function of the tool is to analyze a submitted résumé and generate a short, satirical "roast" that highlights common clichés, vague language, and ineffective phrasing often found in job application documents. The service operates under the premise that many résumés rely on overused buzzwords and unsubstantiated claims, and it aims to expose these patterns in an entertaining way. The website states that no résumé data is saved, and the first roast is offered at no cost. The main features of burntCV include a rapid analysis process that produces a result in under 30 seconds. Each roast typically includes a mock career trajectory and one "dark truth" about the submitted document. Users can select from different "interrogator" personas for varying styles of critique. The tool also presents a live feed of anonymized roasts from other users, which updates continuously. Additionally, burntCV offers a card format designed for easy screenshotting and sharing, as well as a section that poses questions about résumé writing that users may be reluctant to ask otherwise. Typical use cases involve individuals who want to test the effectiveness of their résumé language before applying to jobs, or those seeking a lighthearted, no-holds-barred perspective on their document. The workflow is straightforward: a user uploads or drops their résumé onto the website, waits for the automated analysis, and then reads or shares the resulting roast. The tool is intended for casual, one time use, though repeat visits are possible. No account registration or personal data storage is required. From a technical perspective, burntCV is a browser based tool accessible via its website. It does not require software installation. The service explicitly states that it does not save uploaded résumés or user feelings, emphasizing a privacy focused approach. The platform appears to rely on automated text analysis to identify common résumé pitfalls such as generic objectives, repeated buzzwords, and unsupported claims. The design is minimalist and centered on the roasting interaction, with no additional job search or resume editing functionality beyond the critique itself.