Is this ATS checker really free?

Yes, 100% free with no signup required. You get your ATS score and top 3 improvement tips. For a detailed breakdown with AI-powered rewriting suggestions, you can create a free LumiCV account.

What makes a resume ATS-friendly?

ATS-friendly resumes include clear contact information, standard section headings (Experience, Education, Skills), quantified achievements with numbers, relevant keywords from the job description, and a professional summary. Avoid images, tables, and unusual formatting.

How accurate is this ATS score?

It checks section structure, keyword presence, contact completeness and content quality. No checker can tell you exactly how a given employer's ATS will read your resume. A score of 80+ means the structure, keywords and contact details an ATS reads are in place.

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How It Works

1. Upload or Paste

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2. Get Your Score

We check 5 ATS categories and give you a score out of 100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ATS?

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is software many employers use to collect, search and filter applications. If it can't read your resume properly, your details can come through incomplete or out of order, and a recruiter searching for a skill may not find you.

How does this checker work?

We read your resume and score it across 5 categories: contact information, required sections, quantified achievements, keywords and skills, and professional summary. The score is AI-assisted, with a rule-based check as a fallback, and it's free.

Is it really free? What's the catch?

The ATS score and top 3 improvement tips are 100% free, no signup needed. For a full detailed breakdown and AI-powered rewriting, you can create a free LumiCV account.

What file formats are supported?

You can upload PDF or DOCX files (up to 10 MB), or paste your resume text directly. We recommend PDF for the most accurate parsing.

How can I improve my ATS score?

Focus on: including complete contact info, using standard section headings, adding numbers and metrics to your achievements, listing 10+ relevant skills, and writing a strong 3-5 sentence professional summary.

Can I check my resume multiple times?

Yes. You can run two checks every 24 hours without signing up. Make improvements based on the feedback, then re-check to see how your score changes.