Resume Checker & ATS Scorer

Score your resume across 8 categories: keyword match, job title match, bullet quality, AI detection risk, ATS formatting, and more. Free Jobscan alternative — no signup, no limits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ATS and why does keyword matching matter?

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is software used by 99% of Fortune 500 companies to filter resumes. Workday (39% of F500), iCIMS, and Greenhouse scan for keywords from the job description. If your resume is missing critical keywords, it gets automatically ranked lower or filtered out. This tool identifies and closes those keyword gaps.

How does this compare to Jobscan ($50/month)?

ForgeDaddy checks 8 scoring categories (vs Jobscan's core analysis): keyword match with required/preferred split, job title match (10.6x interview impact), bullet quality, section completeness, contact info, ATS formatting, writing style, and AI detection risk. Jobscan adds LinkedIn integrations, but for resume-to-JD matching, this tool is comparable — at zero cost and no signup.

What does the AI Detection Risk score measure?

It checks for patterns that AI detectors (GPTZero, Originality.ai) flag: overused AI buzzwords (spearheaded, leveraged, orchestrated), uniform bullet lengths, repetitive verb patterns, and generic quantification without context. 74% of hiring managers say they can spot AI-generated resumes — this score helps you avoid getting flagged.

Why does job title match matter so much?

Research shows matching the exact job title makes you 10.6x more likely to get interviewed. ATS systems like Workday heavily weight job title when ranking candidates. If the JD says "Senior Software Engineer," your resume header should say "Senior Software Engineer" — not "Full Stack Developer" or "SWE."

What's a good ATS score?

Aim for 75+ (B+ or higher). A score of 85+ (A) means your resume is well-optimized. Below 50 means significant gaps. Focus on keyword match and job title first — those are the two biggest factors in ATS ranking.

Should I stuff my resume with keywords?

No. Modern ATS detects keyword stuffing (>3% density). Instead, naturally incorporate keywords into bullet points with context: "Developed automated data pipelines using Python and SQL that reduced processing time by 40%."

What percentage of my bullets should have numbers?

Aim for 80%+. Resumes with quantified achievements get 2.3x more interview invites. Use specific numbers: "$847K revenue" (not "$850K"), "team of 5 engineers" (not "small team"), "reduced latency by 40ms" (not "improved performance").

Is my resume data stored?

No. Everything runs 100% in your browser. Your resume text never leaves your device. No data is stored, no cookies are set. Close the tab and it's gone.

How do I upload a PDF resume?

Click "Upload Resume (PDF or TXT)" above the resume text area. The tool extracts text automatically using pdf.js. Alternatively, open your PDF, Ctrl+A, Ctrl+C, and paste.

How to Check Your Resume

  1. Upload or paste your resume — click "Upload Resume" for PDF import, or paste text directly.
  2. Paste the job description — copy the full job posting including title, requirements, and preferred qualifications.
  3. Click Analyze — the tool runs 8 scoring checks: keyword match, job title match, bullet quality, sections, contact info, ATS formatting, writing style, and AI detection risk.
  4. Review your scores — see which keywords are missing, which bullets need improvement, and whether your resume looks AI-generated.
  5. Fix and re-check — follow the prioritized suggestions (high/medium/low) and re-analyze to watch your score improve.

Why Use ForgeDaddy's Resume Checker?

  • 8 scoring categories — keyword match, job title match (10.6x impact), bullet quality, sections, contact, ATS format, style, and AI detection risk
  • Required vs preferred keyword split — see which required keywords you're missing vs nice-to-haves
  • AI writing detection — flags buzzwords, uniform bullet lengths, and patterns that trigger GPTZero and recruiter detection (74% of hiring managers spot AI resumes)
  • Date consistency, acronym expansion, and experience level checks — catches formatting issues competitors miss
  • Free Jobscan alternative — Jobscan charges $49.95/month. This tool is 100% free, no signup.
  • 100% private — your resume never leaves your browser
  • Pair with Resume Builder to create an ATS-optimized resume, then check it here

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Last Updated: March 2026