How VitaeCheck Works
VitaeCheck helps you create professional, ATS-optimized resumes in three simple phases
Analyze
Paste your resume and job description to get instant ATS analysis and optimization tips
Create
Use Resume Creator to build your resume with auto-populated data and AI enhancements
Export
Download as PDF, copy with formatting, or paste directly into document editors
Detailed Guide
Resume Analysis
π Paste Your Resume
- Copy your entire resume text from your current document
- Paste it into the "Resume Text" field on the homepage
- Include all sections: work experience, education, skills, projects, etc.
π― Add Job Description (Optional but Recommended)
- Copy the full job description you're applying for
- Paste it into the "Job Description" field
- This enables keyword matching and targeted suggestions
π Click "Analyze"
Within seconds, you'll receive:
Overall compatibility rating
Important terms to add
Technical & soft skills detected
Personalized improvement suggestions
Always include a job description for the most accurate analysis. Generic analysis is helpful, but targeted analysis is game-changing!
Using Resume Creator
π Getting Started
After analyzing your resume, click the green "Create Resume with Findings" button to open Resume Creator with your data pre-populated.
π Six Easy Steps
- β’ Fill in your name, email, phone, and professional links
- β’ Write or edit your professional summary (2-3 sentences)
- β’ This section appears at the top of your resume
- β’ Add your job title, company, and dates
- β’ Write bullet points describing your responsibilities
- β’ Click "Enhance with AI" to improve any description
- β’ Add more positions with the "+ Add Work Experience" button
- β’ Type a skill and press Enter to add it as a chip
- β’ Organize by category: Languages, Frameworks, Tools, Platforms
- β’ Add custom categories with "+ Add Skill Category"
- β’ Remove skills by clicking the Γ on each chip
- β’ Add project name, date, URL (optional), and description
- β’ Highlight technologies used and impact achieved
- β’ Use "Enhance with AI" to make descriptions more compelling
- β’ Add multiple projects to showcase your portfolio
- β’ Add degree, institution, location, and dates
- β’ Include GPA/CGPA if it's strong (3.5+ recommended)
- β’ Check "Currently studying here" if ongoing
- β’ Add certifications, courses, or additional degrees
- β’ Add date of birth, nationality, address (optional)
- β’ Include languages spoken (e.g., "English (Native)", "Spanish (Fluent)")
- β’ Add passport number, driving license if required
- β’ Include hobbies, interests, or references
Use the "Enhance with AI" button liberally! It reformats bullet points, adds action verbs, and makes your descriptions more impactful.
ποΈ Live Preview
As you fill out each section, watch your resume build in real-time on the right side. The preview shows exactly how your resume will look.
Your data is automatically saved to your browser's local storage every second. You can close the page and return anytime!
Export Your Resume
Once you're happy with your resume, you have three ways to export it:
Download PDF
Generate a professional PDF with perfect A4 formatting and pagination.
- β ATS-friendly format
- β Multi-page support
- β Print-ready quality
Copy Resume
Copy with full formatting to paste into Word, Google Docs, or email.
- β Preserves all styles
- β Skill chips included
- β Section spacing intact
Refresh Preview
Manually refresh the preview if changes don't appear automatically.
- β Instant update
- β Debug tool
- β One-click refresh
Use "Copy Resume" to paste directly into Google Docs or Word, then save as PDF for maximum compatibility across all ATS systems.
Key Features
AI-Powered Enhancement
Click "Enhance with AI" on any description to automatically improve it with action verbs, quantifiable achievements, and professional formatting.
Privacy First
All your data is stored locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to our servers. Your resume stays 100% private and secure.
Beautiful Templates
Choose from multiple professional templates. Each is ATS-optimized and recruiter-friendly with clean, modern designs.
Auto-Save
Your work is automatically saved every second. Close the page and return anytimeβyour progress will be waiting for you.
A4 Sizing
Resumes are generated in standard A4 dimensions with proper pagination. Multi-page resumes automatically flow to new pages.
Customizable
Add custom skill categories, rearrange sections, and tailor your resume for different applications. Full control at your fingertips.
Common Questions
β Is my data safe?
Yes! All data is stored locally in your browser. We never upload your resume to our servers.
β Can I edit my resume later?
Yes! Your data is saved in localStorage. Return anytime and continue where you left off.
β What if I clear my browser data?
Clearing browser data will delete your saved resume. Always download a copy before clearing cache.
β Do templates affect ATS scoring?
All our templates are ATS-optimized. Choose based on aestheticsβthey're equally ATS-friendly.
β Can I use this on mobile?
While responsive, we recommend desktop for the best experience when creating resumes.
β Is it really free?
Yes! VitaeCheck Resume Creator is completely free with no hidden costs or subscription fees.
Ready to Create Your Resume?
Join thousands of job seekers who've created professional, ATS-optimized resumes with VitaeCheck