Free ATS Resume Checker
Analyze your resume for ATS (Applicant Tracking System) compatibility in seconds. Get a detailed score (1–10), identify what's blocking you from interviews, and get actionable fixes.
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Upload your resume below. Our AI scanner will check for 50+ ATS issues and give you a detailed report with specific improvements.
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Your resume is analyzed privately. We don't store it or use it for anything else.
Analysis takes 30–60 seconds
How the ATS Resume Checker Works
Upload Your Resume
Share your resume in any common format (PDF, DOCX, TXT). Takes 10 seconds.
AI Analysis Scans 50+ ATS Issues
Our tool checks: formatting, keywords, structure, font compatibility, spacing, tables, images, and more. Like running a resume through 50 different ATS systems.
Get a Detailed Report
See your ATS score (1–10), top issues blocking you, and specific fixes with examples.
Fix & Improve
Use our suggestions to fix your resume. Re-upload to verify improvements.
What We Check (50+ ATS Issues)
Formatting & Structure
- ✓ Invalid headers or missing section breaks
- ✓ Tables (ATS can't parse them)
- ✓ Images or logos embedded
- ✓ Inconsistent bullet points
- ✓ Multiple columns (ATS reads top-to-bottom)
- ✓ Complex spacing or indentation
Font & Readability
- ✓ Non-standard fonts (use Calibri, Arial, etc.)
- ✓ Text too small (should be 10–12pt)
- ✓ Text in headers/footers (ATS skips them)
- ✓ Compressed spacing reducing readability
- ✓ Unusual colors that don't scan
- ✓ Special characters not supported by ATS
Content & Keywords
- ✓ Missing job-relevant keywords
- ✓ Weak action verbs (vs. power verbs)
- ✓ Thin skills section (hard for ATS to parse)
- ✓ Unexplained job titles
- ✓ Missing contact info or wrong format
- ✓ Inconsistent formatting of dates
Organization & Flow
- ✓ Wrong section order (should be reverse-chronological)
- ✓ Too long (should be 1–2 pages)
- ✓ Missing standard headers
- ✓ Grammatical errors or typos
- ✓ Inconsistent bullets or descriptions
- ✓ No clear accomplishments (just tasks)
Example Report: What You'll See
Your ATS Score
7.2/10Good score. Small fixes will push you to 9+.
Top 5 Issues Found
1. Missing keywords from job description
You're applying for a "Machine Learning Engineer" role but your resume doesn't mention "machine learning", "neural networks", or "PyTorch".
Fix: Add relevant keywords to your professional summary and skills section.
2. Weak action verbs
You used "Responsible for analyzing data" instead of stronger verbs.
Fix: Replace with "Engineered data pipeline", "Optimized", "Delivered", "Automated"
3. No metrics/accomplishments
Several bullet points describe tasks but not impact. "Created dashboards" → "Created dashboards, reducing report generation time by 40%"
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's an ATS (Applicant Tracking System)?
An ATS is software that companies use to scan, sort, and rank resumes. Most large companies (90%+) use some form of ATS. If your resume isn't ATS-friendly, it might get filtered out before a human reads it.
How accurate is the scoring?
Very accurate. We test our analysis against real ATS systems (Applicant Pro, iCIMS, Greenhouse, etc.). A score of 8–10 means your resume will pass ATS filters with high confidence. Scores below 6 indicate you'll likely get filtered out.
What if I get a low score?
Don't panic. The report tells you exactly what to fix and how. Most issues (tables, formatting, missing keywords) take 15–30 minutes to fix. Re-upload after making changes to verify improvements.
Can you match my resume to specific job descriptions?
Yes! With the detailed report (email signup), we can analyze your resume against a specific job posting and identify missing keywords, skills, and experience that would boost your ATS score for that role.
Is my resume data private?
Absolutely. We analyze your resume for ATS issues only. We don't store it, share it, or use it for anything else. Your data is processed securely and deleted after analysis.
Does a high ATS score guarantee interviews?
No. A high ATS score (8–10) means you'll pass the initial filter and get in front of hiring managers. From there, your resume content (experience, skills, accomplishments) determines if you get an interview. Think of ATS score as passing the gate; your content wins the interview.
What about cover letters? Are they ATS-checked too?
Cover letters are rarely ATS-scanned. They're read by humans. However, we can analyze them separately if you'd like. Focus first on your resume—it's the primary filter.
Want More Than Just an ATS Score?
Our full resume optimization service goes beyond ATS checking. We'll improve your content, tailor it to specific jobs, and help you land interviews.
AI Resume Improvement
Rewrite bullet points with power verbs, add metrics, and highlight accomplishments instead of tasks.
Avg. improvement: +2.5 ATS points
Job-Specific Optimization
Match your resume to specific job postings. Identify missing keywords and skills you should highlight.
Tailored for each application
Quick Tips for ATS-Friendly Resumes
- ✓Use standard fonts: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, Times New Roman. Avoid Comic Sans, fancy fonts.
- ✓Font size 10–12pt: Too small (< 10pt) and ATS may not read it. Too large (> 12pt) wastes space.
- ✓No tables, images, or graphics: ATS reads text only. Use simple formatting: bold, italics, bullet points.
- ✓Single column layout: ATS reads top-to-bottom. Two-column resumes get scrambled.
- ✓Standard margins (0.5–1 inch): Too tight and text may get cut off. Too wide wastes space.
- ✓Save as .docx or .pdf: Different ATS systems read different formats. .docx is safest.
- ✓Include keywords from job posting: Mirror language from job description where relevant.
- ✓Use standard section headers: Experience, Education, Skills, Certifications. Avoid creative headers.
- ✓1–2 pages: Longer resumes are harder for ATS to parse correctly.