How to raise your ATS score
- Mirror the job’s words. If the ad says “project management”, use that exact phrase (if it is true for you), not only “managed projects”.
- Use standard headings: Summary, Experience, Education, Skills.
- Keep the layout simple. Avoid text inside images, text boxes, and complex tables — some systems cannot read them.
- Show results with numbers: “cut costs 18%”, “managed 12 accounts”.
- Save as .docx or a text-based PDF unless the employer says otherwise.
Never keyword-stuff. Add only skills you really have — a recruiter reads your resume after the software does.
Next: write a matching letter with the cover letter generator.
ATS Resume Checker FAQs
What is a good ATS match score?
Aim for roughly 70% or more of the important keywords, while still reading naturally.
Does this tool store my resume?
No. The text stays in your browser and disappears when you close the page.
Can I upload a PDF or Word file?
Open your resume, select all, copy and paste the text. This also shows you what an ATS “sees”.