Getting Started with ResumeStore

This guide walks you through creating your account, uploading your resume, and running your first ATS report. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your score and concrete steps to improve it.

Create your account

1. Go to the pricing page and choose a plan or start a free trial.
2. Create your account with your email and a secure password.
3. Verify your email if prompted, then sign in.

Tip: Use the same email you use for job applications so saved jobs and alerts line up across tools.

Upload your resume

Supported formats: PDF and DOCX. We recommend PDF for most users.

1. From your dashboard, click Upload Resume.
2. Select your file. Keep it under 5 MB.
3. Confirm the parsing preview looks correct (name, contact info, sections).

If parsing looks off, see Troubleshooting Upload Issues.

Run your first ATS report

1. Paste a job description or upload a job posting.
2. Click Analyze. We’ll generate an ATS score and key findings.
3. Review sections: Keywords, Formatting, Experience match, and Recommendations.

Learn how the score works in Understanding Your ATS Score.

Improve your score

• Add missing keywords: Incorporate exact phrases from the job description where they reflect your experience.
• Fix formatting: Use standard section headings and avoid text boxes or images for critical information.
• Tailor bullet points: Quantify outcomes and prioritize achievements that map to the role.
• Use a compatible template: See Choosing the Right Resume Template.

Repeat Analyze after edits to track progress. Most users see a 10–25 point improvement with one iteration.

Common issues

• File won’t upload: Ensure it’s PDF/DOCX and under 5 MB; try another browser.
• Score seems low: Check that the job description is specific and includes all requirements.
• Sections not detected: Rename headings to standard labels like “Experience”, “Education”, “Skills”.

Still stuck? Contact support and include your file and the job link.

Next steps

• Generate a tailored cover letter: Creating AI-Powered Cover Letters
• Track improvements over time in your dashboard
• Set job alerts to monitor new listings