Free ATS resume checker

Test your resume against applicant tracking systems and target job descriptions. Spot missing keywords, formatting traps, and weak verbs before submitting.

Import my resume, free to tailor bullet points to match any job description.

Sources & methodology

• Hidden Workers: Untapped Talent (Harvard Business School, Managing the Future of Work): Research on how applicant tracking systems and rigid keyword filters screen out qualified candidates.
• Algorithmic Writing Assistance on Jobseekers' Resumes (National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER Working Paper 30886)): A ~500,000-jobseeker field experiment linking clearer, quantified resume writing to more hires and higher starting pay.

Frequently asked questions

Is this ATS resume checker free?

Yes. No signup, account, or credit card is required. The match score and keyword analysis run entirely in your browser.

Does my resume get uploaded to a server?

No. The match score is computed locally using client-side keyword extraction. Your resume and job description are never sent to a server.

How is the ATS match score calculated?

The checker extracts important skills, tools, and requirements from the job posting, weights them by frequency and section placement, and compares them against your resume.

What is a good ATS match score?

A score of 70% or higher represents strong alignment. Research shows matching 50% or more of job requirements increases callback rates by 2.8x. You do not need a 100% score to get an interview.

What should I do if my ATS score is low?

Review the missing keywords list and add the terms that genuinely match your past experience. Avoid keyword stuffing or adding skills you cannot defend in an interview.