Free ATS resume checker: upload your resume, get a score out of 100 (no login)
Published
Short answerUpload your PDF or Word resume and the checker scores it out of 100 on 13 points, shows layout problems that confuse applicant tracking software, and compares it with a job ad. It is free, needs no login, and your file is read on your device and never uploaded.
An ATS (applicant tracking system) is the software many employers use to collect and search resumes. This checker shows you how your resume looks to that kind of software, before you apply. It is part of the free resume builder: upload an old resume, see the score and the fixes, and download a clean new PDF or Word file if you want one.
How to use it
- Click "Upload my resume" above and pick a PDF, Word (.docx) or text file (up to 10 MB), or choose Paste text instead.
- Read your score and the list of fixes on the Check tab. It opens there straight after your resume is read.
- Paste a job ad into the job match box to see the skills and keywords it asks for that your resume does not mention.
- Fix things on the page, then download the new PDF or Word file. Each fix has a "Show me" button that jumps to the place.
Nothing is uploaded to a server. Your file is read inside your browser.
What it checks
The score is out of 100 and is based on these 13 points:
| Check | What it looks for |
|---|---|
| Name, email and phone | All three are present and the email and phone look valid |
| LinkedIn or portfolio link | At least one link recruiters can open |
| Short summary | 15 to 90 words at the top (about 2 to 3 lines) |
| Experience or projects with bullets | At least one job, internship or project with bullet points |
| Dates on every job | Start and end dates, which ATS software uses to count experience |
| Numbers in your bullets | At least 3 in 10 points contain a number, a percentage or a result |
| Action verbs | Points start with a strong verb, not "responsible for" or "worked on" |
| Short bullets | No bullet longer than about two lines |
| Skills with keywords | At least 5 skills listed |
| Education | At least one education entry (degree, college, year) |
| One or two pages | Not longer than two pages |
| Plain characters | No emoji or special symbols that can turn into "?" |
| No personal details | No date of birth, father's name, marital status, religion or declaration |
Items that do not apply (for example "dates on every job" when you have no job yet) are left out of the score, so a fresher is not marked down for not having work history.
Layout problems it finds in your uploaded file
Some problems are in how the file is built, not in what you wrote. When you upload, the checker looks for:
- Two columns, which many ATS read in the wrong order.
- Tables, which ATS often skip or scramble.
- Text boxes, which many ATS cannot see at all.
- Contact details in the page header, which some systems ignore.
- A scanned or image PDF with no text, which ATS cannot read.
If it finds any of these, it tells you in plain words, and the new PDF it makes from your details uses a single plain column.
How to read your score
| Score | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| 80 to 100 | Good. Your resume is in solid shape | Tailor the keywords to each job |
| 55 to 79 | Okay, with a few fixes to make | Work through the "things to fix" list |
| Under 55 | Needs work | Start with contact details, bullets and skills |
The score measures whether your resume is clear and easy for software and people to read. It does not measure how good a candidate you are, and no tool can tell you that a company's own system will pass you.
Job match: keywords from the advert
Paste a job description into the job match box. The tool finds the skills and tools it asks for (it knows more than 200 common ones, with spelling variants such as "Node.js" and "NodeJS"), separates requirements from nice to have, and shows which ones your resume already mentions and which are missing. Add a missing keyword only if it is true for you.
What it cannot do
- It is a rule-based checker, not a copy of any employer's system. Each company's ATS is set up differently, so a high score is a good sign but not a promise.
- It does not rewrite your resume with AI. It tells you what to fix and the writing stays yours.
- It reads English text best.
Related guides
Make your resume free
No sign-up, no watermark. Eight templates, a free ATS check, and PDF and Word downloads. Made on your device.
Frequently asked questions
Is this ATS resume checker really free?
Yes. It is free, needs no login or sign-up, and has no limit on how many times you check. It is part of the free PromptUp resume builder.
Do I need to create an account?
No. There is no account, no email and no card. The page works as soon as you open it.
Is my resume uploaded or stored?
No. The file is read inside your browser on your device. If you tick "Save draft on this device", it is kept in your own browser storage only, and you can clear it any time.
Can the checker compare my resume to a job description?
Yes. Paste the job ad in the job match box and it shows which skills and keywords are present and which are missing.
What file types can I upload?
PDF, Word (.docx) and plain text files up to 10 MB. Old .doc files and photos are not supported; save the file again as PDF or .docx.
What is a good ATS score?
80 or above means the resume is in good shape. Between 55 and 79, a few fixes will help. Below 55, start with the first items on the fix list.
Does a high score guarantee I will pass a company's ATS?
No. No checker can promise that, because each employer's system and rules are different. A high score means your resume is clear, in one column and easy to read, which is what most systems handle best.