ATS Keyword Detector
Most CVs get filtered by software before a human sees them. Paste the job ad and your CV — we'll show the keywords you're missing. All on your device, nothing uploaded.
This checks for keyword presence, the way a filter does — it can't tell whether you genuinely have a skill. Only add keywords that reflect real experience.
How to get your CV past the ATS
Most medium and large employers use an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) — software that scans CVs for the keywords and skills in the job advert before a human sees them. If your CV doesn't reflect the language of the ad, it can be filtered out automatically. This tool pulls the important keywords and phrases from a job advert and checks which ones appear in your CV, so you can see exactly what's missing.
The fix is to mirror the advert's wording wherever you genuinely have that experience — filters often match terms literally, so "project management" and "managing projects" aren't always treated the same. A clear skills section is a natural place to include relevant tools and terms. What you should never do is keyword-stuff or claim skills you don't have; the aim is to surface real experience you forgot to spell out.
Everything runs in your browser and nothing is uploaded. It checks for keyword presence the way a filter does — it can't judge whether you truly have a skill, only whether the words are there.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ATS?⌄
An Applicant Tracking System is software employers use to collect and screen job applications. Many rank or filter CVs by how well they match the job advert's keywords before a recruiter reviews them.
How do I get my CV past an ATS?⌄
Use the same keywords and phrasing as the job advert (where true for you), keep formatting simple, use standard section headings, and submit as a clean document rather than an image.
Does keyword stuffing work?⌄
No. Cramming in keywords or claiming skills you don't have backfires when a human reviews your CV. Add keywords only where they reflect genuine experience.
What CV format is most ATS-friendly?⌄
Simple and text-based: standard headings (Experience, Education, Skills), no tables, columns, text boxes or images that software can struggle to read.
Is my CV or the job ad uploaded anywhere?⌄
No. The comparison runs entirely on your device and nothing is saved or sent.