How the ATS checker works
- Upload your resume PDF.
- Optionally paste a job description (or pick a role) for a job-specific match.
- Get your match score and missing keywords in about 30 seconds.
What the ATS scan checks
- Keyword match against the exact job posting you paste.
- Missing hard skills the posting asks for that your resume lacks.
- Section coverage: summary, skills, experience, education.
- Formatting risks that break ATS parsing, like tables and image-based text.
Not sure how to lay the document out? Read the best resume format for ATS.
How this compares
| Tool | Free scan | Signup needed | Checks against a specific job |
|---|---|---|---|
| QuickResumeAi | Yes, unlimited | No | Yes |
| Jobscan | 5 scans per month | Yes | Yes |
| Resume Worded | Limited free scan | Yes | Yes |
| Teal | Free plan, match score on Teal+ | Yes | Yes |
| Enhancv | Free scan, fixes need Pro | Yes, account required | Optional |
Competitor pricing and scan caps based on publicly listed rates as of July 2026.
FAQ
Can I check my resume for ATS for free?
Yes. The score and missing keywords are free with no signup needed. You pay $5.99 one-time only if you want the optimized PDF export.
What is a good ATS match score?
75%+ is solid and 80%+ is strong. Below 60% usually means missing keywords are filtering you out.
Do I need the job description?
No, it is optional. Without one you get a general ATS score for your resume. Paste a posting (or load a sample above) and we score you against that exact job instead.
Can an ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes. Modern ATS parse text-based PDFs; scanned-image PDFs fail. Our checker flags this.
How do I check my resume for ATS compatibility?
Upload the PDF, paste the posting, and read the flags: parse errors, missing hard skills, and risky formatting.
What is the best resume format for ATS?
A single-column, reverse-chronological PDF with standard section headers (Summary, Skills, Experience, Education) and no tables, text boxes, or image-based headers. Our checker flags these formatting risks automatically.
Is this a free alternative to Jobscan?
The scan, score, and missing keywords are free with no signup needed and no monthly scan cap. You pay $5.99 one time only if you want the optimized PDF export.