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Process

How CV Score Works

Objective evaluation in three steps.

1

Upload your CV

Submit your CV in PDF format. Secure, encrypted upload.

  • PDF format only
  • Maximum 5MB file size
  • Up to 3 pages supported
  • Encrypted transmission
2

Automated analysis

Your CV is evaluated against professional recruiter criteria.

  • Content clarity and specificity
  • Quantifiable achievements
  • Section structure
  • Formatting and keywords
3

Review results

Your score and verdict arrive free; the structured report with findings and recommendations is a one-time unlock.

  • Overall score (0-100)
  • Eight category breakdown
  • Specific findings
  • Improvement areas

Evaluation Categories

Eight areas based on professional recruiter standards.

1

Contact Information & Header

Name visibility, contact completeness, professional links

2

Professional Summary

Presence, clarity, conciseness

3

Work Experience

Chronological consistency, role descriptions, quantified achievements

4

Education & Qualifications

Degree clarity, relevance, certifications

5

Skills & Competencies

Organization, specificity, relevance

6

Layout & Visual Design

Readability, formatting consistency, section separation

7

Language & Communication

Grammar, spelling, professional tone

8

Strategic Positioning & ATS Readiness

Keyword optimization, ATS-compatible formatting, tailoring indicators

Technical Approach

Transparent methodology, full control over your data.

Data Isolation

Each analysis runs isolated. Your CV is never shared with third parties.

Consistent Criteria

Versioned evaluation standards. Reproducible results.

Real-time Processing

Results delivered to browser. No waiting.

PDF Format Supported

CV Score accepts PDF files up to 5MB. PDFs ensure consistent formatting and are the standard for professional documents.

Native text extractionOCR for scanned documentsMulti-page support

Common Questions

Quick answers about the evaluation process.

What file formats are supported?

CV Score accepts PDF files only. PDFs ensure consistent formatting and are the industry standard for professional documents. Both native text PDFs and scanned documents (via OCR) are supported.

How is my CV evaluated?

Your CV is analyzed against eight professional categories: Contact Information & Header, Professional Summary, Work Experience, Education & Qualifications, Skills & Competencies, Layout & Visual Design, Language & Communication, and Strategic Positioning & ATS Readiness. Each category is scored from 0-100, and 48 individual criteria feed into those scores.

Is the evaluation automated or manual?

The evaluation is fully automated using algorithms based on professional recruiter criteria. No human reviews your document during the evaluation process.

What happens to my CV after analysis?

Your CV is processed in an isolated environment and kept securely in your account so you can preview it and re-scan later. We never share it with third parties, and you can delete it, or your entire account, anytime from account settings.

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