Check your resume against any job

Paste your resume and a job description to get an instant ATS compatibility score with missing keywords.

90% Fortune 500 Use ATSATS Optimized75% Resumes FilteredFree ToolNo Login RequiredInstant Results
90% Fortune 500 Use ATSATS Optimized75% Resumes FilteredFree ToolNo Login RequiredInstant Results
90% Fortune 500 Use ATSATS Optimized75% Resumes FilteredFree ToolNo Login RequiredInstant Results
How ATS filters resumes: from 100 submitted to 25 that pass the filter

Most resumes never reach a human. Our checker helps you fix that before you apply.

Analyze

Paste your resume and job description

Your Resume

0 characters

Job Description

0 characters

How it works

What is an ATS?

An Applicant Tracking System is software that over 90% of Fortune 500 companies use to manage job applications. Before a recruiter ever sees your resume, the ATS scans it for keywords, skills, and qualifications that match the job posting.

Resumes that lack the right keywords get automatically filtered out, even if the candidate is qualified. Studies estimate that 75% of resumes are rejected by ATS before reaching a human reviewer.

Our free checker compares your resume against the job description to identify exactly which keywords you have and which are missing so you can fix the gaps before you apply.

Read our ATS guideBrowse resume examplesResume tips blog
Resume being scanned by ATS

How to beat ATS filters

Practical tips to get past the bots and in front of real people.

Use exact keywords from the job posting

ATS systems match literally. If the job says "project management" don't write "managed projects." Use the exact phrase.

Include both acronyms and full terms

Write "Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)" so the ATS catches both formats.

Stick to a single-column layout

Two-column layouts, tables, and text boxes confuse most ATS parsers. Use simple formatting with standard headings.

Avoid images, headers, and footers

ATS cannot read text embedded in images, charts, or document headers/footers. Keep everything in the main body.

Tailor for every application

One generic resume won't pass. Customize your skills and keywords for each job description you apply to.

Use standard section headings

Use "Work Experience" not "My Journey." ATS looks for conventional headings like Experience, Education, Skills.

Build Your Resume Free
FAQ

Common questions

Is this ATS checker really free?
Yes, 100% free with no login required. We don't store your resume data or require an account. Run unlimited checks.
How accurate is this compared to real ATS systems?
We use deterministic keyword matching, which is the primary method real ATS systems like Taleo, Workday, Greenhouse, and Lever use. Our scoring closely mirrors how these systems rank resumes by keyword match percentage.
What ATS score do I need to pass?
Most ATS systems don't have a hard cutoff, but resumes scoring above 75% are significantly more likely to be forwarded to a recruiter. Aim for 80% or higher for competitive roles.
Does formatting affect my ATS score?
This tool checks keyword matching only. However, formatting issues like tables, images, and fancy layouts can prevent ATS from reading your resume at all. Use a simple, single-column format.
Should I stuff my resume with keywords?
No. ATS systems are getting smarter, and recruiters will eventually read your resume. Include relevant keywords naturally in context within your experience bullets, skills section, and summary.
How is this different from Neat Stack's AI resume builder?
This checker analyzes your existing resume. Our AI resume builder goes further: it automatically rewrites your experience, skills, and summary to match any job description, generating a fully tailored resume in under a minute.
Can I upload a PDF instead of pasting text?
Yes. Switch to the Upload tab on the resume input and upload your PDF, TXT, or DOCX file. We extract the text automatically and run the ATS check against the job description.
What types of keywords does this check?
We check programming languages, frameworks, cloud and infrastructure tools, databases, DevOps tools, frontend technologies, AI/ML tools, APIs, and soft skills like leadership, communication, and Agile methodologies.
Do you store my resume or job description?
No. Your data is processed in real-time and never stored on our servers. Once you close the page, your inputs are gone. We take your privacy seriously.