ATS Resume Checker — Free Resume Score & Keyword Check
Most companies never let a human see your resume first. An applicant tracking system (ATS) scans it, scores it against the job advert, and quietly drops the resumes that do not match. Our free ATS Resume Checker shows you what the software sees: a score out of 100, a checklist of what is missing, and — if you paste the job description — the exact keywords the job asks for that your resume does not mention yet.
How to check your resume
- Paste your resume — or upload the PDF and we will pull the text out.
- Add the job description — this unlocks keyword matching, the biggest part of the score.
- Fix the red items — contact details, sections, action verbs and missing keywords — then check again.
What the checker looks for
- Contact details — a working email and phone number the software can find.
- The sections recruiters expect — summary, experience, skills and education, clearly labelled.
- Keyword match — the skills and terms from the job advert, in your resume where they are honestly true.
- Strong action verbs — led, built, improved, reduced — instead of "responsible for".
- Numbers that prove results — percentages, money, customers, team sizes.
- Sensible length — most resumes score best between 400 and 800 words.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ATS?
Applicant tracking software. Employers use it to store, search and rank resumes before a person reads them. If the software cannot find the right keywords and sections, your resume may never reach a human.
What is a good ATS score?
80 or above is strong. Between 55 and 80 you are in the game but leaving points on the table. Below 55, fix the checklist items before you apply again.
Should I copy the whole job description into my resume?
No — that is keyword stuffing and recruiters spot it instantly. Add the missing keywords where they are honestly true: in your skills list and in bullet points about real work you did.
Is my resume uploaded anywhere?
No. The check runs entirely in your browser. Your resume never leaves your device — important, because it holds your personal details.
Step-by-step guide
Read the full guide: How to Beat the ATS — a plain-English guide, with the keyword method explained step by step.
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