How to Check Your Resume's ATS Score

Last updated: March 4, 2026

Most large companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to filter resumes before a human ever sees them. If your resume doesn't match the job description's keywords and format requirements, it may be automatically rejected. ScoreMyCV is a free Chrome extension that scores your resume against any job description — entirely in your browser.

Step-by-Step Guide

Install the ScoreMyCV Chrome extension

Visit the Chrome Web Store and add ScoreMyCV to your browser. The extension adds a side panel that opens alongside any webpage. No account creation or signup is needed.

Upload your resume PDF

Open the extension's side panel and upload your resume as a PDF file. The file is parsed locally in your browser — it's never sent to any server. You can upload multiple resumes and cover letters to compare different versions.

Navigate to a job listing

Visit any job listing on LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Dice, Monster, Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, SmartRecruiters, or iCIMS. The extension automatically detects the job description. Alternatively, paste a job description manually.

Review your ATS score breakdown

The extension scores your resume on four factors: keyword match (do you have the right keywords?), skills alignment (hard skills and tools), context quality (are keywords used naturally in sentences?), and format score (standard ATS sections present?). You'll see an overall score from 0-100.

Fix missing keywords and improve your score

The extension lists every missing keyword from the job description, categorized by importance (high, medium, low). It also shows matched keywords and provides suggestions for improvement. Update your resume to include the missing high-importance keywords, then re-score to see the improvement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ATS score?

An ATS (Applicant Tracking System) score measures how well your resume matches a specific job description. It considers keyword presence, skills alignment, keyword context, and resume formatting. A higher score means your resume is more likely to pass automated screening.

What's a good ATS score?

Generally, 80+ is a strong match, 60-79 is good, 40-59 needs improvement, and below 40 is a poor match. Aim for at least 70+ before submitting an application.

Does checking my ATS score upload my resume?

Not with ScoreMyCV. The extension processes everything locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your resume PDF is parsed and scored entirely on your device — no data is ever sent to any server.

How many job sites does ScoreMyCV support?

ScoreMyCV auto-extracts job descriptions from 13 job sites: LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Dice, Monster, Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, SmartRecruiters, and iCIMS. You can also paste any job description manually.

Checking your ATS score before applying gives you a significant advantage. By ensuring your resume contains the right keywords in the right context, you increase your chances of passing the automated screening and getting your resume in front of a human recruiter.

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