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AI Resume Checker
Upload your resume and receive an instant ATS compatibility score based on 130+ criteria. Our AI evaluates 11 distinct sections — from header and summary to skills and projects — so you know exactly what to fix before applying.
Drop your resume here or choose a file.
PDF & DOCX only. Max 2MB file size.

Understand, Fix, and Improve Your Resume

Instant Score with Real-Time Tracking
The moment you upload, your resume is scored on a 0–100% scale across categories like contact info, work experience, and skills. Make edits inside the builder and watch your score update in real time.

Section-by-Section Content Feedback
Every section is analyzed individually. The checker flags weak bullet points, missing action verbs, low metric density, and inconsistent date formats — then tells you exactly how to fix each one.

Keyword & ATS Optimization Guidance
See which keywords your resume is missing for your target role. The AI highlights gaps in skill mentions, section titles, and industry terminology so ATS software can parse your resume correctly.
Get your resume score now!
Upload your resume to instantly see your ATS score, detect critical issues, and get improvement tips.
Drop your resume here or choose a file.
PDF & DOCX only. Max 2MB file size.
Stop Guessing — Know Your Resume Is Ready
Most applicants never find out why their resume was rejected. OwlApply's Resume Checker grades your resume the way real ATS software does — evaluating header completeness, summary length, action verb usage, quantified achievements, and 11 other categories.
Every issue comes with a clear explanation and a one-click "Show Me" button that jumps straight to the problem inside the resume builder. Free users see their overall score and top issues; Premium users unlock the full analysis with every detail across all sections.
Fix the issues, re-scan, and watch your score climb — all without leaving the editor.

How to Check Your Resume in 4 Steps
Upload or Build Your Resume
Upload a PDF or Word file, import from LinkedIn, or create a new resume from scratch using our ATS-friendly templates. The checker works with any format.

Get Your ATS Score Instantly
Your score appears automatically at the top of the resume builder — no extra clicks needed. It is calculated from 130+ checkpoints across 11 resume sections.

Review Issues One by One
Open the Issues panel to see every problem ranked by severity. Tap any issue card for a detailed explanation, then click "Show Me" to jump to the exact spot in your resume.

Apply Fixes and Re-Scan
Edit directly in the resume builder and your score recalculates in real time. Once you hit 80%+, your resume is well-positioned to pass most ATS filters and reach human reviewers.

Resume Checker — Frequently Asked Questions
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Tailor every resume, prove your fit with data-backed keywords, and track applications from one dashboard.
Drop in role-specific bullets and summaries vetted by certified resume writers.
Match any job posting and see your fit score update instantly.
Tweak colors, fonts, and spacing so every application feels on-brand.