Check If Your CV Passes ATS Systems
Most CVs fail ATS screening before a recruiter ever sees them. CVCircuit analyses your resume for ATS compatibility issues and optimises it automatically — so you can apply with confidence.
Why ATS compatibility matters
Applicant Tracking Systems are used by the vast majority of employers to filter applications. A CV that fails ATS screening never reaches a recruiter — no matter how qualified you are.
Most CVs are auto-rejected
ATS systems automatically discard CVs that score below a threshold. Many qualified candidates are rejected before any human reviews their application.
Format causes silent failures
Complex formatting — tables, columns, graphics — can cause ATS parsing to fail entirely. Your CV becomes unreadable to the system, so it's discarded.
You won't know if you've failed
When ATS rejects your CV, you typically receive a generic rejection or no response at all. Checking compatibility before applying prevents this.
Common ATS mistakes to avoid
These are the most frequent reasons CVs fail ATS screening — even when the candidate is well qualified.
Formatting that breaks parsers
Tables, multi-column layouts, text boxes, headers and footers, images, and unusual fonts all cause parsing errors. ATS software can't extract the text and discards the CV.
Missing keywords
Not including the specific skills, tools, or job title keywords from the posting lowers your ATS score. Even highly relevant experience gets overlooked.
Inconsistent section headings
Non-standard headings like "My Journey" instead of "Work Experience" confuse ATS parsers. Stick to conventional section names the system recognises.
Improve your resume with CVCircuit
CVCircuit doesn't just identify ATS issues — it fixes them. Upload your CV and a job description, and get back an ATS-optimised version ready to apply.
Upload your CV
Upload your existing CV or build a new one. CVCircuit analyses the structure and formatting for ATS compatibility.
Paste the job description
CVCircuit checks your CV against the role's requirements — identifying keyword gaps and relevance issues.
Get your improved CV
Receive an ATS-optimised version of your CV with formatting fixed, keywords added, and structure improved.
ATS Resume Checker — FAQ
How does the ATS check work?
Paste your CV and the job description. CVCircuit analyses keyword match, formatting compatibility, and section structure — then optimises your CV automatically.
Will it fix the ATS issues automatically?
Yes — CVCircuit generates an improved version of your CV with ATS-compatible formatting, added keywords, and corrected structure. Not just a report of problems.
Is it free?
Yes — you can check and optimise your CV for ATS compatibility for free. No signup required to start.
Can I check my CV for multiple jobs?
Yes — paste a different job description each time to check and optimise your CV for each specific role you're applying for.
More CV tools
Everything you need to get your CV past screening and in front of recruiters.
ATS Resume Builder
Build an ATS-friendly CV from scratch — structured for automated screening from the start.
Tailor CV to Job Description
Customise your CV for every role you apply for. Match the job posting language and requirements.
Resume Keyword Optimisation
Extract the exact ATS keywords from any job description and add them to your CV automatically.