ATS Resume Checker
Paste your resume and the job description. See your match score, the keywords you're missing, and what to fix.
How ATS resume screening works
Most mid-size and large employers use an applicant tracking system to collect applications. Recruiters search and filter those resumes by keywords from the job description, like skills, tools, and job titles. A resume that describes the right experience in different words can rank below one that uses the posting's language, which is why tailoring each resume matters.
How the score works
70 points come from keyword coverage: the checker pulls the most important words and two-word phrases from the job description and looks for them in your resume. The other 30 come from format checks that recruiters and ATS software both care about: contact details, standard section headings, a sensible length, bullet points, numbers that show results, and strong action verbs. Every ATS works differently, so treat the score as a guide to what to fix, not a pass mark.
Tips for a resume that gets through
Use standard headings like Experience, Education, and Skills. Save as a simple Word or PDF file without tables, text boxes, or graphics holding important text. Mirror the job's wording for skills you really have, and back your claims with numbers. Need a starting point? Try the resume builder or the resume bullet point builder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ATS resume checker?
Most employers run resumes through an applicant tracking system (ATS) that searches them for keywords from the job description. This checker compares your resume with a job posting, shows which keywords you’re missing, and flags formatting problems that make resumes harder to read.
Is this an AI resume checker?
No. It uses fixed keyword and formatting checks, which is closer to how most ATS keyword screens work. It runs instantly in your browser and nothing is uploaded.
What is a good ATS score?
There is no official score, because every ATS is different. As a rule of thumb, aim to cover most of the job description’s key skills and terms, and fix every formatting warning.
Should I copy keywords into my resume?
Only ones that are true for you. Use the job’s wording for skills you have, in real sentences about your experience. Keyword stuffing can get past software and then fail with the person who reads it.
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