Free ATS Resume Checker & Scanner
Audit your resume score, extract missing keywords, and obtain AI-suggested bullet point optimizations instantly before you apply.
Drag and drop your resume file here
Supports PDF, Word (.docx), or plain text (.txt) files up to 5MB.
How the Resume Scanner Works
Landing a referral or passing automated job screens starts with a clean, keyword-optimized resume. Our scanner parses your file structures and matches them against target job descriptions in three simple steps.
Paste Resume Text
Upload a plain text version of your resume or paste the raw content directly into our secure, sandboxed scanner window.
Provide Job Target
Toggle 'Job Match' mode and paste the job description you are targeting to identify alignment gaps and missing skills.
Optimize Bullet Points
Review your estimated ATS score, missing keywords, and drop-in bullet point replacements featuring action verbs and metrics.
What ATS Systems Actually Check
Modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are automated databases used by enterprise recruiters to filter out non-matching candidates. When you submit a PDF or Word document, the ATS runs a text parser to extract your name, job titles, education, and skill profiles.
Algorithms then score your profile by checking for **exact keyword alignment** (e.g., specific software, certifications, or methods), your **chronological job progression**, and **structural formatting compatibility**. Resumes containing heavy images, floating text boxes, or columns are frequently misparsed, leading to instant disqualification. Keeping your layout simple and keyword-dense is key to securing human review.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Estimated ATS Match Score calculated?
Our scoring engine simulates industry-standard ATS parsing filters. It checks the presence of core industry skills, matches keywords against your target job post (if provided), audits formatting best practices, and evaluates the impact of your bullet points. It is a guide for self-improvement and does not guarantee passing.
Is my personal resume data kept private and secure?
Absolutely. Your privacy is our top priority. Resume data is handled in an ephemeral, transient API request to calculate recommendations. We do not store guest files, sell application text, or use your resume content to train generative models. Authenticated candidates can clear their scan log whenever they wish.
Why do missing keywords matter for ATS tracking?
Recruiters use keywords to query candidate pools. If a job posting lists “Python”, “SQL”, and “Data Pipelines”, and your resume only says “Data Engineer”, you might be filtered out because of missing exact matches. Our tool highlights these high-importance gaps so you can add them where appropriate.
How do AI bullet point replacements improve my resume?
Many candidates write passive tasks (e.g., “Responsible for managing a team”) rather than active accomplishments. Our tool suggestions convert these into outcome-focused sentences (e.g., “Led a cross-functional team of 6 engineers to launch a product, reducing page load times by 20%”) to grab recruiter attention.