Free AI-Powered ATS Resume Checker
Is your resume getting blackholed by automated filters? Paste your resume and a job description below to instantly see your ATS match score and get actionable feedback.
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Why Your Resume is Being Rejected
If you are applying to dozens of jobs and hearing nothing back, your resume might not be reaching human eyes. Applicant Tracking Systems parse your PDF into raw text. If your formatting is too complex, the text becomes garbled, and you are automatically scored a 0%.
Keyword Optimization
ATS algorithms rank candidates based on keyword matches. Our scanner identifies missing critical skills from the job description and suggests exactly where to add them.
Format Validation
We check your document structure. Are you using standard fonts? Did you use standard headers like "Work Experience"? We ensure your file is 100% machine-readable.
How to Beat the ATS (3 Proven Strategies)
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Ditch the Two-Column Canva Designs
While they look pretty, ATS parsers read top-to-bottom, left-to-right. Two-column designs scramble your experience dates with your skills. Stick to clean, single-column or ATS-optimized hybrid layouts.
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Mirror the Job Description
If the job description asks for "Customer Service", do not write "Client Relations". The bot is looking for exact matches. Use our scanner to find these exact phrases.
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Save as a Standard PDF
Always use PDF format unless specifically asked for Word. But ensure it is a text-based PDF, not an image-based PDF. CVify automatically generates text-layered, ATS-compliant PDFs.
ATS Scanner FAQ
What is an ATS (Applicant Tracking System)?
An ATS is software used by employers to collect, scan, and rank job applications. Over 98% of Fortune 500 companies use an ATS. If your resume isn't formatted correctly, the ATS might reject you before a human ever reads it.
How does the CVify ATS Checker work?
Our checker parses your resume the exact same way enterprise ATS software does (like Workday or Taleo). It then compares your parsed text against a specific job description to calculate a match score based on hard skills, soft skills, and keyword density.
What is a good ATS score?
Aim for a match score of 75% or higher. Anything above 75% indicates that you have strongly tailored your resume to the job description and are highly likely to pass the automated screening.
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