Free ATS CV Checker
Does your CV pass the ATS filter?
90% of large employers use Applicant Tracking Systems to reject CVs before a human sees them. Find out if yours makes it through — and exactly how to fix it.
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No credit card · 3 free checks per month · Results in 30 seconds
90%
of employers use ATS
75%
of CVs rejected by ATS
30s
to get your ATS score
4.8★
average user rating
What we check
Full ATS analysis — not just a keyword count
ATS Fit Score
Instant score out of 100 showing how well your CV aligns with ATS filters for your target role.
Keyword Gap Analysis
See exactly which keywords your CV is missing and which ones are already present.
Language & Tone
Identify weak phrases, passive language, and missing action verbs that reduce impact.
Structure Check
Verify your CV sections are in the right order and formatted for ATS compatibility.
Role-specific Feedback
Set your target role and get keyword recommendations tailored to that specific job market.
Results in 30 Seconds
Paste your CV and get a full analysis report instantly — no waiting, no uploading files.
How it works
3 steps to a stronger CV
Paste your CV
Copy and paste your CV text into the analyzer. No file upload needed.
Set your target role
Tell us what role you're applying for. We tailor the keyword analysis to that job market.
Get your report
Receive your ATS score, keyword gaps, and prioritised improvements in under 30 seconds.
Why it matters
What is ATS and why it matters for your job search
Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are automated tools companies use to ingest, parse and filter CVs before a human recruiter ever sees them. ATS look for clear section headings, role-relevant keywords, standard dates and contact fields, and plain-text-friendly formatting. If your CV uses uncommon section names, heavy imagery, or non-standard dates, the ATS parser can misread or drop important information. That means a highly qualified candidate can be filtered out simply because their CV isn't structured for machine parsing. NovaProCV focuses on both content and structure — matching your CV to target roles with keyword-aware analysis while also flagging formatting issues that break ATS parsing. The result is a prioritised list of fixes that improve the chance your CV reaches a human reviewer, not just a longer CV with fluff.
Example report snippet
A real report highlights where to prioritise changes.
ATS Score: 72/100
Top issues:
- Missing keywords: {"product management", "roadmap"}
- Low-impact bullets: 3/6 bullets lack metrics
- Structure: Education section below Experience may reduce relevancy
Suggested first fixes:
1) Add role keywords to top summary and bullets
2) Quantify achievements (add numbers/percentages)
3) Move Education after Experience for senior roles
Manual review vs NovaProCV
| Manual CV Review | NovaProCV |
|---|---|
| Subjective feedback, varies by reviewer; may miss ATS parsing issues. | Quantitative ATS score, keyword-gap detection and structural checks tuned to common parsers. |
| Time-consuming and costly; limited scalability for many applications. | Instant, repeatable checks for each application and role target. |
| Often focuses on formatting and tone without testing against ATS logic. | Simulates ATS parsing and prioritises fixes that improve both machine and human readability. |
FAQ
ATS checker questions
What is an ATS CV checker?
An ATS (Applicant Tracking System) CV checker scans your CV the same way employer software does — looking for relevant keywords, formatting compatibility, and role alignment. Our checker uses AI to give you a score and specific fixes.
Why do I need to check my CV for ATS?
Over 90% of large employers use ATS software to filter CVs before a human reads them. If your CV lacks the right keywords or uses incompatible formatting, it's rejected automatically — even if you're well-qualified.
What does your ATS checker look for?
We check keyword alignment with your target role, section structure, action verb strength, quantified achievements, missing skills, and overall ATS compatibility score — all in one report.
Is this ATS checker free?
Yes — you can run 3 CV analyses per month for free with no credit card needed. Pro users get unlimited checks plus full access to all 10 AI tools.
How accurate is the ATS score?
Our scoring is based on real ATS logic and recruiter feedback patterns. It's not a perfect replica of every employer's system, but it gives you actionable signal on where your CV underperforms.
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