Keyword match
Role language from the job advert.
Free ATS CV Checker UK
Upload your CV and add a job title to get a free ATS score.
Start your free CV check
PDF, DOCX, or TXT. A job title is enough; a full advert gives sharper feedback.
1. Upload your CV
This is the only file we need for the free check. PDF, DOCX, or TXT up to 5 MB.
Drop your CV here, or browse
Accepted: PDF, DOCX, TXT · up to 5 MB
2. Tell us the job
A job title is enough for a fast score. Paste the advert if you have it for sharper fixes.
No card needed | Free score first | Pay only if you choose PDF + Word export.
What we check
Five signals, one clear score
Guidance only, not a guaranteed ATS pass. The goal is to show the biggest fixes before you apply.
ATS-readable structure
Headings, dates, sections, and layout.
Evidence quality
Clear, credible bullet points.
Recruiter readability
Easy scanning for a real recruiter.
Apply-ready completeness
Missing dates, tools, skills, or context.
How to make your CV more ATS friendlyOptional guide
An ATS-friendly CV is usually a clear CV. These basics help online forms read your details and help recruiters find the evidence they need.
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Use standard CV headings
Sections such as Personal Details, Work Experience, Education, and Skills are easier for forms, ATS tools, and recruiters to scan.
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Tailor the CV to one job at a time
A generic CV can miss the exact language in the advert. Match the role honestly using experience you can evidence.
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Turn duties into evidence
Recruiters need more than task lists. Add outcomes, scope, tools, volume, or impact where your experience supports it.
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Keep formatting calm
Simple layouts, readable spacing, and ATS-safe sections usually perform better than heavily visual templates for online applications.
Why this is built for UK applicationsOptional context
Built around UK CV expectations
Plain section order, clear work history, dates, education, and skills so the CV feels familiar to UK recruiters and application forms.
Works from the real job advert
A job title is enough for a quick check, but pasting the advert gives sharper feedback on keywords, responsibilities, and role fit.
Useful before you pay
The score and priority fixes come first. If the CV needs work, you can preview the improved version before buying the export pack.
Next steps
Guides and tools
After your check
How to make your CV ATS friendly in the UKRead the practical guide behind the structure, headings, and formatting this checker looks for.How to tailor your CV to a job descriptionLearn how to turn a job advert into honest CV priorities before sending another application.Improve My CVUse the improvement page if you want a clearer path from score to stronger application.Rewrite My CVUse the rewrite page when your CV needs clearer wording while staying grounded in your real experience.
Honest answers
ATS CV checker FAQ
Is this a free ATS CV checker for the UK?
Yes. You can upload a CV and run a free first score against a UK job title or job advert. The paid step is only for exporting the improved PDF and Word files.
Can an ATS checker guarantee my CV will pass?
No ATS checker can guarantee a pass because employers use different systems, settings, and recruiter processes. CVMindAI gives practical guidance on readability, keywords, evidence, and structure so you can improve the CV before applying.
Should I paste the job description?
Yes if you have it. A job title can produce a quick score, but the full advert helps the checker compare your CV with the actual responsibilities, requirements, and keywords for that role.
What file formats can I upload?
You can upload a PDF, DOCX, or TXT CV file up to 5 MB for the free check.
What happens after the free score?
You see the score, top issues, matched keywords, and missing keywords. If you want the CV improved, you can generate a free preview and only pay if you choose to export the PDF and Word files.