Two Weeks Notice Letter & Resignation Template
Enter your name, manager, company and last day, and get a professional two weeks notice letter or resignation email you can edit, copy or download. Your last day defaults to two weeks from today. Free, with nothing sent anywhere.
Format
Your resignation letter · edit it below
Anything in [brackets] still needs your details. Changing the form rewrites the letter, so finish the form first, then edit.
Before you send it
- Tell your manager in person or on a call first, if you can. The letter confirms what you already said.
- Keep it short and positive. You don't have to explain why you are leaving.
- Check your offer is final and in writing before you resign.
- Two weeks is a courtesy, not a legal rule in most US states. Check your contract or offer letter for a different notice period.
How to use it
- Fill in your name, your manager's name, your job title and the company.
- Check your last day (we set it two weeks from today) and add a reason only if you want to.
- Choose a formal letter or an email, edit it, then copy it or download the .txt file.
What goes in a two weeks notice letter
Keep it to a few lines: say you are resigning, name your job title and your last day, thank them, and offer to help with the handoff. You don't have to give a reason, and you shouldn't use the letter to complain. Save feedback for an exit interview, if you want to give any. Address it to your direct manager, and send a copy to HR if that is how your company handles resignations.
Letter or email?
Either is fine. Many companies now accept a resignation by email, which also leaves a dated record. A formal letter, attached as a PDF or printed, suits more traditional workplaces. Either way, speak to your manager first when you can, so the written notice is never a surprise.
Frequently asked questions
Is two weeks notice required?
In most US states, employment is at will, so two weeks is a professional courtesy rather than a legal requirement. Your contract or offer letter may require longer, so check it first.
How do I write a two weeks notice letter?
State that you are resigning, name your job title and last day, thank your manager, and offer to help with the transition. Keep it to a few lines and stay positive. The generator above writes this for you.
Do I have to give a reason for leaving?
No. A simple line like “I have accepted another opportunity” is enough, and you can leave the reason out. Never criticize the company or coworkers in the letter.
Should I resign by email or by letter?
Check how your company handles it. A short email is common and leaves a written record. If you send a formal letter, tell your manager in person or by phone first.
Can my employer ask me to leave sooner than two weeks?
In an at-will state they can, and some employers do, especially in sales or competitive roles. Be ready for that possibility, and don't resign until your new job is confirmed in writing.
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