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How to pass an ATS in 2026: what the software actually checks

An ATS rarely auto-rejects your CV — that's a myth. Here's what an applicant tracking system checks in 2026, what gets you filtered, and how to fix it.

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ATS

How to pass an ATS in 2026: what the software actually checks

An ATS rarely auto-rejects your CV — that's a myth. Here's what an applicant tracking system checks in 2026, what gets you filtered, and how to fix it.

11 min readUpdated 8 Jun 2026
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Tailoring

How to tailor your resume to a job description

The 20-minute version of tailoring that actually changes your match score — not just swapping a job title.

In the works9 min read
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Recruiting

What recruiters look for in the first 6 seconds

Where a recruiter’s eyes go, in what order, and how to make those six seconds land in your favour.

In the works7 min read
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Basics

How long should a resume be in 2026?

One page, two pages, or it depends? The honest rule, plus when each is right for where you are.

In the works5 min read
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ATS

Resume keywords: how many is too many?

Keyword stuffing fails the same parsers it’s meant to beat. Here’s how to use the job’s language without gaming it.

In the works6 min read
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Cover letters

How to write a cover letter that matches your resume

A cover letter is the same story in a different voice. How to keep the thread without repeating yourself.

In the works8 min read

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