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AI Resume Scanner & ATS Checker

See if your resume passes the ATS robot. Find missing keywords, fix formatting, and get an instant match score for your target job.

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Drop your Resume PDF here

100% Secure. Text is extracted locally.

How to ai resume scanner & ats checker?

1

Upload Resume PDF

Drag and drop your PDF resume. We extract the text locally in your browser—your actual file is never uploaded to a cloud storage server.

2

Enter Target Job

Type in the exact job title you are applying for (e.g. 'Senior Data Analyst') so our AI knows which keywords to look for.

3

Get Instant Score

Our AI scans the text like a real ATS robot and immediately returns your score, missing keywords, and critical errors.

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How to Beat the ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

Did you know that over 75% of resumes are rejected by an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) before a human ever reads them? These corporate robots scan your PDF looking for specific keywords, formatting structures, and experience markers. If your resume doesn't match the required criteria, you get the dreaded automated rejection email.

Tutorial: Optimizing Your Resume Score

To get a higher score using our AI Resume Reviewer, follow these steps:

  • Use Standard Formatting: Avoid complex multi-column layouts, tables, and heavy graphics. ATS software struggles to read these and might skip important text.
  • Inject Keywords Naturally: Use the exact phrases found in the job description. If they ask for "Customer Relationship Management", don't just write "Sales".
  • Include a Summary: A strong 2-sentence professional summary at the top helps the AI quickly understand your core competency.

Absolute Privacy Guarenteed

Your resume contains your phone number, email, address, and entire work history. Unlike other free AI scanners that upload and store your PDF on their servers to train their models, PDF Pro extracts your text locally using WebAssembly. Your `.pdf` file never leaves your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this resume scanner actually free?

Yes, completely free. We do not require you to sign up, create an account, or pay a subscription just to see your results.

Is my resume saved or uploaded to your servers?

No! We use client-side processing to extract the text from your PDF directly inside your Chrome or Safari browser. The original PDF file is never uploaded to any cloud storage.

How accurate is the ATS Match Score?

Our AI is modeled on the parsing rules of top-tier enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Lever. It strictly checks for keyword density, formatting consistency, and standard section headers.

Why did my resume get a low formatting score?

ATS robots struggle with complex designs. If you used tables, multi-column layouts, images, or non-standard fonts, the scanner might not be able to read your text properly, resulting in a low formatting score.

PDF Pro tools are 100% cloud-based and secure. Your documents are processed with end-to-end encryption.