ATS Resume Checker

Free ATS Resume Score Checker

Upload your resume (PDF or DOCX) and get an instant ATS compatibility report. Our AI analyzes 12+ criteria including formatting, keywords, structure, and contact information.

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Analyzes 12+ ATS criteria

What It Does

HireParticle's ATS Resume Checker scans your resume against the same criteria used by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) like Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, and Taleo. It evaluates text readability, section structure, contact information, keyword density, and formatting compatibility. You receive a score out of 100 with specific pass/fail results for each criterion.

Who Is It For

Job seekers who want to ensure their resume passes automated ATS screening before reaching a human recruiter. Particularly useful if you are applying to large companies that use ATS software, switching careers, or updating your resume after a long time.

What You Get

A detailed ATS compatibility report with: overall score (0-100), list of passed checks (e.g., "Email found", "Education section detected"), list of issues (e.g., "Phone number missing"), actionable suggestions for improvement, and a preview of how ATS systems read your resume text.

How It Works

1

Upload Your Resume

Drag and drop or click to upload your PDF or DOCX resume file.

2

AI Analyzes Your CV

Our AI extracts text and evaluates 12+ ATS compatibility criteria in seconds.

3

Get Your Score & Report

View your ATS score, passed checks, issues, and improvement suggestions.

Key Features

Instant Analysis

Results in under 10 seconds. No account required for basic check.

PDF & DOCX Support

Upload your resume in the most common formats. We extract and analyze the raw text.

12+ ATS Criteria

Checks readability, contact info, education, experience, skills, structure, and keyword presence.

ATS Text Preview

See exactly how an ATS reads your resume — stripped of formatting, just raw text.

Actionable Feedback

Each issue comes with a clear suggestion on how to fix it.

Job-Fit Add-On

After checking ATS score, paste a job description to see how well your resume matches that specific role.

Limitations & Things to Know

Image-based PDFs (scanned documents) may not be readable. For best results, use a digitally-created PDF.

The checker evaluates ATS-readability, not content quality. A high ATS score does not guarantee interview callbacks.

ATS systems vary — our checks cover the most common criteria, but specific ATS platforms may have unique requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ATS score?
An ATS (Applicant Tracking System) score measures how well your resume can be parsed and understood by automated recruitment software. Most large companies use ATS to filter resumes before a human reviews them. A score of 80+ generally means your resume is well-formatted for these systems.
What ATS score should I aim for?
Aim for 80 or above out of 100. A score of 80+ means your resume passes the most critical ATS checks including readability, structure, and contact information. Scores below 60 indicate significant issues that may cause your resume to be filtered out.
Is the ATS check really free?
Yes. The basic ATS score check is completely free and does not require an account. You can upload your resume and get your score instantly. For advanced features like job-fit analysis and AI-powered optimization, a free account with 100 starter credits is needed.
What file formats are supported?
We support PDF (.pdf) and Microsoft Word (.docx) formats. We recommend using PDF for the most accurate analysis, as it preserves your formatting exactly as intended.
How does the ATS text preview work?
After analysis, we show you the raw text extracted from your resume — exactly as an ATS would read it. This helps you see if important information like your name, email, skills, and experience are being captured correctly by automated systems.
Does HireParticle store my resume?
For the free ATS check (without login), your resume is processed in memory and not permanently stored. If you create an account, you can optionally save your CVs for future editing and optimization.
What are the 12+ ATS criteria checked?
We check: text readability, sufficient content length, email presence, phone number presence, education section, work experience section, skills/competencies, section headings, formatting consistency, keyword relevance, file format compatibility, and content structure.
Can I check my resume in languages other than English?
Yes. HireParticle supports resume analysis in Turkish, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, and Dutch. The AI adapts its checks based on the language detected in your resume.
How is this different from Jobscan or other ATS checkers?
HireParticle combines ATS checking with a full AI resume builder. After identifying issues, you can immediately optimize your resume using our AI — without switching tools. We also offer job-fit analysis and cover letter generation in one integrated platform.
What should I do if my ATS score is low?
Review the specific issues listed in your report. Common fixes include: adding missing contact information, using standard section headings (Education, Experience, Skills), removing complex formatting or tables, and ensuring your resume contains relevant keywords for your target role.

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