Guide

How to make your resume ATS-friendly

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) scan resumes before a human does. A clean layout and the right keywords help your CV get through.

Use a simple single-column layout

Avoid text boxes, tables, and heavy graphics for core content. iBuildMyCV templates keep a clear reading order that ATS tools parse reliably.

Mirror the job description keywords

Reuse skills and role titles from the posting in your experience and skills sections — naturally, not as keyword stuffing.

Prefer standard section names

Experience, Education, Skills, and Languages are safer than creative labels that parsers may skip.

Export a clean PDF when ready

Edit for free, then use a pass to download a polished PDF that matches your on-screen preview.

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