ATS Resume Checker
Find out if your resume will pass the applicant tracking system. Get actionable feedback to improve your chances.
Check Your Resume
Paste your resume text to analyze its ATS compatibility
How ATS Works
Most large companies use ATS software to screen resumes before a human sees them. Understanding how ATS works helps you beat the system.
ATS Ranking
Resumes are scored based on keyword matches, formatting, and relevance. Higher scores mean your resume reaches human recruiters faster.
Our Guarantee
Every resume created with our builder passes ATS screening. Our templates are tested against Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, and more.
How ATS Screening Works
Understanding the process helps you optimize your resume effectively.
Keyword Scan
ATS scans your resume for keywords matching the job description. Skills, job titles, and industry terms are weighted heavily.
Ranking Score
Your resume receives a match score based on keyword density, relevance, and overall content quality compared to the job requirements.
Human Review
Resumes above the threshold go to a human recruiter. Below threshold resumes are archived and rarely reviewed.
Common ATS Problems
These issues cause the most resume rejections.
Missing keywords
Add skills and terms from the job description naturally throughout your resume.
Image files
ATS cannot read images. Use text-based layouts without graphics or tables.
Complex formatting
Avoid tables, columns, headers, footers, and special characters that ATS cannot parse.
Wrong file format
Submit as .docx or .pdf. Never submit .pages, .doc, or image files.
Abbreviated titles
Spell out degree names, certifications, and job titles fully. ATS matches exact text.
Personal information
Remove photos, age, gender, marital status, and other personal details.