What Is an ATS and Why Does It Matter?
An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is software that companies use to automatically screen resumes before a human recruiter ever sees them. Over 98% of Fortune 500 companies use ATS software, and studies estimate that up to 75% of resumes are rejected by ATS before reaching a human reviewer.
ATS systems work by scanning your resume for specific keywords, phrases, and formatting patterns that match the job description. If your resume does not contain the right keywords — even if you are highly qualified — it gets filtered out automatically.
How Our ATS Resume Checker Works
ATS Score 0-100
A numerical score showing how well your resume matches the job's ATS requirements, graded A through F.
Keywords Matched
Every keyword from the job description already present in your resume — what you're doing right.
Keywords Missing
The specific keywords the ATS is looking for that aren't in your resume — exactly what to add.
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One-click AI fix that weaves missing keywords naturally into your resume without sounding robotic.
ATS Score Grades Explained
ATS Ready. Fully optimized — will pass automated filters.
Good Standing. Strong score with minor keyword gaps.
Needs Improvement. Use Fix My Gaps before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ATS checker really free?
The ATS Score Checker is available on Match Pack ($9.99 one-time) and Pro Matcher plans. Fix My Gaps is included with both paid plans.
Which ATS systems does this check against?
Our checker analyzes general ATS compatibility based on keyword matching — the core principles that apply across Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, and other major platforms.
What's a good ATS score?
Anything 80 or above is solid. A score of 90+ means your resume is fully optimized. Below 70 means significant keyword gaps should be addressed before applying.
How many times can I check my ATS score?
You can run ATS checks for each job you tailor your resume for. Fix My Gaps runs up to 3 optimization passes per job.
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