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75% of resumes are rejected by ATS before a human ever reads them — not because the candidate is underqualified, but because the resume doesn't have the right keywords. HireRaft checks your resume against the job description and tells you exactly what's missing.

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An applicant tracking system scanning a resume and returning a keyword match score

What happens before a recruiter sees you

Most large employers run an Applicant Tracking System first: software that parses your file, scores it against the posting, and ranks you. Three in four resumes stop there.

Step 1 · parse

It reads your file

Two columns, text in images and tables are where resumes quietly break.

Step 2 · match

It counts the posting’s words

Exact nouns beat clever synonyms. “Stakeholder reporting” is not “reporting for stakeholders”.

Step 3 · rank

It sorts you against everyone

A recruiter usually opens the top handful. Ranking is the whole game.

Where we come in

We fix all three in 27 seconds

Score, missing keywords, rewritten bullets, ATS-safe export.

What is ATS and why does it matter?

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is software that companies use to automatically screen job applications before a recruiter sees them. When you apply online, your resume goes through an ATS that scores it based on how well it matches the job description — specifically by looking for exact keywords, job titles, skills, and qualifications.

If your resume doesn't include the right keywords — even if you're perfectly qualified — the ATS filters you out automatically. Studies show that over 98% of Fortune 500 companies use ATS, and the rejection rate for resumes that don't pass is typically 75% or higher.

The problem is that most people write one generic resume and send it to every job. ATS systems are built to find resumes tailored to the specific role — so a generic resume almost always loses to a tailored one, regardless of qualifications.

How HireRaft's ATS checker works

Four steps, about 27 seconds, no card.

1

Paste your resume + job description

Upload a PDF or paste your resume text, then paste the job description. HireRaft extracts the keywords, required skills, and qualifications the employer is looking for.

2

Get your ATS score instantly

HireRaft shows you a score from 0–100 reflecting how well your current resume matches the job. You’ll see exactly which keywords are missing, which bullets are weak, and what needs to be rewritten.

3

Get a rewritten, ATS-optimized resume

HireRaft rewrites your resume — injecting the missing keywords naturally, strengthening your bullet points with action verbs and quantified results, and formatting it correctly for ATS parsing.

4

Download and apply

Download your optimized resume as a PDF or DOCX. See your ATS score jump. Apply with confidence knowing your resume will make it past the filter.

Top ATS resume tips for 2026

Fix these five tonight — free, no account.

  • Match keywords exactly from the job descriptionATS systems often look for exact phrases. If the job says "project management" and your resume says "managing projects," it may not match. Use the exact terms from the job posting.
  • Use standard section headings"Work Experience" ranks better than "My Career Journey." ATS parsers are trained on standard headings — stick to Experience, Education, Skills, and Certifications.
  • Avoid tables, columns, and text boxesMany ATS systems cannot parse content in tables or text boxes. Use a single-column format to ensure every word is read correctly.
  • Include skills as a dedicated sectionAdd a Skills section with your technical and soft skills as a list. This makes it easier for ATS to extract and score your qualifications against the job requirements.
  • Tailor your resume for each applicationA resume that scores 80 for one job might score 30 for another. Always tailor keywords and content to match the specific job description — HireRaft makes this take 27 seconds instead of 30 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is an ATS resume checker?

An ATS (Applicant Tracking System) resume checker scans your resume for keywords, structure, and formatting that automated hiring systems look for. Most companies use ATS to filter resumes before a human sees them — 75% of resumes are rejected before reaching a recruiter.

How do I check if my resume is ATS friendly?

Paste your resume and the specific job description into HireRaft. You'll get an ATS score from 0–100, a list of missing keywords, and a rewritten resume that is optimized for that job's ATS system — all in about 27 seconds.

Why do companies use ATS systems?

Large companies receive hundreds or thousands of applications per job. ATS systems automatically screen resumes by matching them against required keywords, qualifications, and skills from the job description. Resumes that don't match are rejected before a recruiter ever sees them.

What ATS score do I need to pass?

There is no universal threshold, but most recruiters shortlist resumes scoring above 60–70%. HireRaft shows your score before and after optimization. Users typically improve from 30–40 to 75–90 after a single optimization.

Is the ATS checker free?

Yes. You get 2 free ATS checks and resume optimizations every month. No credit card required. You only pay if you want to download the final optimized PDF or DOCX.

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