CV Keyword Checker & Matcher
Compare your candidate CV with a job description side-by-side. Spot keywords, gaps, and optimize density instantly.
Please paste both the Candidate CV and the Job Description to trigger the comparison analysis.
Finding the right keywords in a candidate’s CV can save hours of guesswork and improve your shortlist. This free CV keyword checker shows you exactly how well a CV matches a job description. It highlights keyword overlap, gaps, and the naturalness of keyword use — all instantly and without signing up.
TL;DR
Check any CV against a job description in seconds. See which keywords match, which are missing, and how naturally they fit. It runs entirely in your browser, so your data stays private. No signup needed.
Use the tool (above)
Paste the candidate’s CV text and the job description into the boxes above. The tool instantly compares the two and highlights:
- Keywords present in both documents
- Important keywords missing from the CV
- How naturally the CV uses those keywords (not just keyword stuffing)
This gives you a quick, clear picture of whether the CV fits the role’s language and requirements. It’s ideal for screening candidates fast or coaching them on better wording.
How it works
The tool breaks down both texts into keywords and phrases. It matches them to show overlap and gaps. The naturalness score flags when keywords are forced or repeated unnaturally, which often signals keyword stuffing.
Key features:
- Ignores common stop words to focus on meaningful terms
- Detects synonyms to catch relevant variations
- Shows keyword density to avoid overuse
- Highlights missing must-have terms from the job description
You get a simple, actionable snapshot without manual cross-checking. It’s not a perfect semantic analysis but cuts down your review time significantly.
Privacy: nothing leaves your browser
Your candidate’s CV and job description never leave your device. The entire comparison runs in your browser’s memory. We don’t store, send, or process your data on any server.
This approach means:
- No risk of candidate data leaking or being stored externally
- Compliance-friendly for GDPR and other data protection laws
- Instant results without uploading or waiting
If your agency handles sensitive candidate information, this privacy model is safer than cloud tools that upload CVs to external servers.
When to upgrade to the full Distill workflow
This free checker is great for occasional keyword matching and quick checks. But if you send 20+ CVs a week or need deeper formatting and compliance tools, Distill’s full platform helps:
- Automatically stripping personal data before submission
- Formatting CVs to client ATS specs
- Bulk processing to save hours of manual work
- Tracking compliance with GDPR and Equality Act requirements
The free keyword checker is a fast, no-commitment step. For full CV processing, see Distill pricing and security details.
FAQ
Q: Does the tool work with PDF CVs?
A: Paste text only. PDFs with complex formatting may need copying into plain text first.
Q: Can I check multiple CVs at once?
A: This free tool handles one CV and one job description at a time. Bulk processing is part of Distill’s full service.
Q: Is this suitable for candidate coaching?
A: Yes. You can quickly show candidates which keywords they’re missing or overusing.
Q: What if the job description uses jargon or acronyms?
A: The tool detects common synonyms but relies on exact terms mostly. For niche language, manual review helps.
Q: Is this tool GDPR compliant?
A: Since data never leaves your browser, the risk is minimal. However, always follow your agency’s data handling policies.
Use the tool above to check CVs against job descriptions in seconds. For agencies submitting dozens of CVs weekly, Distill automates keyword checks and formats CVs to client specs while keeping sensitive data safe. Try Distill free today.