Free tool
ATS resume keyword checker
Applicant tracking systems rank you on how well your resume matches the job. Paste both below to see your keyword match instantly — and exactly which terms to add. Free, no signup, runs entirely in your browser.
How to use the results
- Start with the missing keywords. For each one that’s genuinely true for you, work it into a bullet or your skills section.
- Use the exact wording from the posting. If they say “stakeholder management,” don’t write “managing stakeholders” — match the phrase.
- Don’t keyword-stuff. A keyword only helps inside a real, quantified accomplishment. Honesty beats density.
- Keep the format clean. Our ATS Classic template exports real, parseable text so the keywords you add are actually read.
ATS checker FAQs
How does the ATS resume checker work?
Paste your resume and the job description. The checker pulls the most important keywords from the posting and tells you which ones already appear in your resume and which are missing — so you can mirror the language recruiters and applicant tracking systems search for.
Is my resume uploaded anywhere?
No. The check runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server, stored, or shared.
What’s a good match score?
Aim for 70%+ of the key terms that are genuinely true for you. Never stuff keywords you can’t back up — focus on the missing terms you can honestly add, then weave them into your bullet points.
Will matching keywords guarantee an interview?
No tool can. Keywords get you past the initial filter; quantified, relevant accomplishments get you the interview. Use the checker to clear the filter, then make every bullet count.