ATS Keyword Matcher
Paste a job description and your resume side by side. See exactly which keywords you're matching and which you're missing. Know your ATS match score before you apply.
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How it works
Match your resume to any job in 3 simple steps
Paste Both Texts
Copy the job description from any job board and your resume text into the two side-by-side fields above.
Compare Keywords
Our algorithm extracts keywords from the job description and checks each one against your resume text, including word variations.
Optimize Resume
Add the missing keywords to your resume in the right places. Each missing keyword is categorized so you know where it belongs.
Why keyword matching matters
ATS systems decide your fate in milliseconds. Matching the right keywords is the single most important factor in getting past automated filters.
applications per job on Greenhouse in 2025, up from 28 in 2021. Recruiters search and sort that pile inside the ATS, often by the skills in the job description, so knowing your match rate before applying helps you get found.
recruiters interviewed by Enhancv in 2025 said their ATS does not auto-reject resumes. Keywords decide where you rank when a recruiter searches, not whether a robot deletes you.
the interview rate for applications sent with a tailored resume (5.71% vs 3.09%) in Huntr's Q2 2026 job search data. Matching the posting's language is the core of tailoring.
is the average time a recruiter spends on an initial resume scan. When your resume mirrors the job description language, recruiters instantly recognize you as a strong match during that brief window.
More than a simple word search
Our keyword matcher uses stemming, phrase detection, and category analysis to give you an accurate picture of your ATS compatibility.
Smart Extraction
Automatically identifies significant keywords, phrases, and technical terms from any job description using frequency and context analysis.
Category Detection
Separates hard skills, soft skills, and qualifications so you know exactly what type of keyword each one is.
Stemming-Aware
Matches word variations intelligently. "Managing" matches "management" and "managed" so you get credit for what you've written.
Side-by-Side Compare
Paste your resume and job description together for an instant visual comparison of matched and missing keywords.
Actionable Tips
Get specific suggestions on which keywords to add and where to place them in your resume for maximum ATS impact.
100% Private
Everything runs in your browser. Your resume and job descriptions are never uploaded, stored, or shared with anyone.
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Frequently asked questions
Stop applying with a mismatched resume.
Compare your resume against any job description in seconds. See your keyword match score and know exactly what to fix before you hit apply.
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