How does the ATS resume checker work?

It compares your resume content against the job description to identify matching and missing keywords. You get a match score percentage and a list of specific terms to add.

Is this ATS checker free?

Yes. Check your resume against any job description for free with no limits.

What ATS systems does this work for?

The checker identifies keywords and formatting issues that affect all major ATS systems including Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, and Taleo.

Do I need to create an account?

No. You can use the checker without signing up. Create a free account to save results and track improvements.

Resume Tools

Free ATS Resume Checker

An ATS resume checker scans your resume against a job description to identify missing keywords and formatting issues that could cause rejection by applicant tracking systems. Upload your resume and paste a job description to get your match score instantly.

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Your experience (or upload resume above)*

Job description (or paste job URL above)*

How it works

Paste your resume and job description

Enter your resume text and the full job posting. You can also upload a PDF or paste a job URL.

AI analyzes the match

The tool extracts keywords from the job description and scans your resume for matches, gaps, and formatting issues.

Get your score and fixes

Receive a match percentage, a list of missing keywords, and specific suggestions to improve your ATS compatibility.

Why this matters

Over 75% of resumes are rejected by ATS before a human ever sees them. Most rejections happen because of missing keywords or formatting that the software cannot read. Checking your resume against the specific job description before you apply dramatically increases your chances of getting past the initial screen.

What you get

Keyword match scoring

Compares your resume against the job description and calculates a match percentage based on hard and soft skill keywords.

Missing keyword detection

Identifies specific terms from the job posting that are absent from your resume so you know exactly what to add.

Formatting issue alerts

Flags tables, headers, images, and other elements that ATS software commonly fails to parse.

Section-by-section breakdown

Shows how well each resume section (experience, skills, education) aligns with the job requirements.

Tips for best results

1.Use the exact phrasing from the job description — ATS systems often match on exact terms, not synonyms.
2.Paste the complete job description, not just the title. More text gives the tool more keywords to match against.
3.Run the check again after making changes to confirm your score improved.
4.Focus on the top 5-10 missing keywords rather than trying to add every single one.

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