Score your resume against any job description. Find missing keywords, formatting issues, and get actionable tips to pass ATS screening.
These important terms from the job description were not found in your resume.
These terms from the job description were found in your resume.
An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is software that employers use to filter resumes before a human ever sees them. Over 98% of Fortune 500 companies and a majority of mid-size employers use ATS to screen applicants. If your resume is not optimized for these systems, it may be automatically rejected regardless of your qualifications. Our free ATS resume scorer analyzes your resume against the specific job description you are targeting, giving you a detailed compatibility score and actionable improvement suggestions.
Our tool compares your resume to the job description across five key dimensions: keyword matching, skills alignment, formatting quality, length and readability, and common red flags. The keyword analysis extracts important single-word and multi-word phrases from the job description, including technical terms, tools, certifications, and soft skills, then checks how many appear in your resume. The skills matcher cross-references industry-specific skill databases covering programming, business, marketing, design, data science, healthcare, finance, and more. Formatting checks verify contact information, section headers, action verbs, quantified achievements, and appropriate word count. The red flag detector identifies first-person pronouns, overused buzzwords, cliche objective statements, and other patterns that weaken a resume.
ATS software scans resumes for specific keywords that match the job description. When a recruiter posts a position, the system creates a profile of desired terms. Resumes that contain more of these terms rank higher and are more likely to be reviewed by a human. This does not mean stuffing your resume with keywords, but rather naturally incorporating relevant terms from the posting into your experience descriptions, skills section, and summary.
Use a clean, single-column layout without tables, text boxes, or graphics that ATS cannot parse. Include standard section headers like Experience, Education, and Skills. Mirror the exact terminology from the job description where truthful. Quantify your achievements with numbers, percentages, and dollar amounts. Keep your resume between 400 and 800 words for a single page, or up to 1000 for two pages. Avoid headers and footers for critical information, as many ATS systems skip those areas.
Is this tool really free?
Yes. The entire analysis runs in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to any server, no account is required, and there are no usage limits. Your resume never leaves your device.
How accurate is the ATS score?
Our scoring algorithm simulates how real ATS systems evaluate resumes by checking keyword density, skills matching, formatting, and common disqualifiers. While no simulator can perfectly replicate every ATS vendor, our tool covers the factors that matter most and consistently helps users improve their match rate.
What file formats are supported?
You can upload PDF, DOCX, or TXT files, or simply paste your resume text directly. For best results with PDF files, ensure your resume is not a scanned image but contains actual selectable text.
Should I customize my resume for every job?
Yes. Each job description contains different keywords and requirements. Tailoring your resume to match the specific posting significantly increases your chances of passing ATS screening. Use this tool each time you apply to a new position.
What is a good ATS score?
A score of 80 or above indicates strong alignment with the job description. Scores between 60 and 79 suggest you are in good shape but have room for improvement. Below 60, you should revise your resume to better match the posting before applying.