Gold basics
Gold or a one time tool purchase, which should I buy?
A one time purchase buys a small pack of uses for that one tool. Gold is a subscription that covers every tool, adds Contact HR and visibility, and refreshes credits every month. A one time purchase does not make you a Gold member.
Side by side
| One time purchase | Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| Covers | Just that one tool | Every career tool |
| Amount | A small pack of uses, for example 3 full reports | Monthly credits for each tool |
| Contact HR | Not included | Unlimited |
| Profile visibility | No change | 5x profile visibility |
| Community and placement help | Not included | Included |
| Renews | No, it is a single payment | Yes, until you cancel |
| Gold badge | No | Yes |
How to choose
- Need one report today
Take the one time option on the tool's unlock card. It is the cheaper answer for a single job.
- Searching actively for weeks
Gold works out better once you need more than one tool. Compare on Gold plans.
- Not sure yet
The unlock card also offers or start a 7-day free trial under the Gold option.
Related questions
Do my leftover tool credits survive if I then buy Gold?
Credits you bought stay on your account. Gold adds its own monthly credits on top.
Can I pay with GCoins?
GCoins are a separate rewards balance. See GCoins.
Where do I see what I have bought?
On Manage products, under your tools.
