Free CV ATS Checker
See exactly how applicant tracking systems read your CV, in under a minute.
No account needed · your CV is never stored
Click to upload or drag and drop your CV
PDF, DOCX, TXT, RTF, TEX, MD, ODT or PAGES, up to 5 MB
How it works
Drop in a file or paste the text. No account, no waiting.
We check your CV the way an applicant tracking system does, section by section.
A clear score, keyword gaps, and concrete fixes you can apply right away.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ATS, and why does it matter?
An applicant tracking system (ATS) is software that many companies use to store and filter CVs before a human ever sees them. If key sections are hard for the system to read, a strong CV can be filtered out automatically. This checker shows you exactly where that might happen.
Is this check really free, and do I need an account?
Yes. You can check up to 3 CVs a day without creating an account or entering any payment details. Create a free TalentAid account for unlimited checks and automatic fixes.
Is my CV stored or shared with anyone?
No. Your CV is processed in memory to produce your result and is never saved to a database, written to a log, or shared with anyone. Once you see your result, nothing about your CV remains on our servers.
What file formats can I upload?
PDF, DOCX, TXT, RTF, TEX, MD, ODT and PAGES files up to 5 MB. You can also paste your CV as plain text instead of uploading a file.
Can I check my CV against a specific job?
Yes. Paste the job description into the optional field and we will add a match score showing which keywords from the job ad your CV already covers and which ones are missing.
How accurate is the score?
The score reflects common patterns that make CVs harder for applicant tracking systems and recruiters to read: missing sections, weak formatting, and keyword gaps. It is a strong signal, not a guarantee of a specific outcome with any one employer's system.