Free ATS Resume Checker
Paste your resume and a job description to see how well they match, the way an applicant tracking system would score it.
Beat the resume robots before they reject you
Most companies run your resume through an applicant tracking system, or ATS, before a person ever sees it. These systems scan your resume for the skills, tools, and keywords that match the job description, and resumes that score poorly often get filtered out automatically. This free ATS resume checker shows you that match score in seconds, so you can fix the gaps before you apply.
How the resume checker works
It takes about a minute. Paste your resume text into the first box and the full job description into the second, then click Check My Resume. The tool reads both, identifies the terms the job emphasizes, and reports three things: a match score out of 100, the keywords your resume already covers, and the important ones it is missing. It also gives you a few specific tips to close the gap.
How to read your match score
- 75 and above: strong. Your resume reflects most of what the job asks for.
- 50 to 74: decent, but worth tightening. Work in the missing keywords you genuinely have experience with.
- Below 50: weak match. Your resume is likely missing skills and terms the employer cares about most.
Tips to improve your ATS score
- Use the exact wording the job description uses, where it honestly applies to you. If they say "project management," do not only say "led projects."
- Add a short skills section that lists your relevant tools and technologies in plain text.
- Keep formatting simple. Skip tables, columns, images, and text boxes, which many systems cannot read.
- Never add a skill you do not actually have just to raise the score.
From a strong resume to a strong application
Once your resume matches the role, finish the application with a tailored cover letter. Our free AI cover letter generator builds one from the same job description in seconds, and our job search guides walk you through the rest. You can also browse ATS resume keywords by role to see what recruiters scan for in your field.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ATS resume checker?
An ATS (applicant tracking system) resume checker compares your resume against a specific job description and scores how well they match, similar to the software many companies use to screen applications before a human reads them. It highlights the keywords you have and the important ones you are missing.
Is this resume checker free?
Yes. You can check as many resumes as you need without paying or signing up. The site is supported by ads, which keeps the tool free for everyone.
Will it store or share my resume?
No. Your resume is sent securely to generate the analysis and is not stored afterward. The results live in your browser.
What is a good ATS match score?
Aim for 75 or higher. A score in that range means your resume reflects most of the key skills and keywords the job is asking for. Below 50 usually means you are missing important terms the employer cares about.