Question 1

What is an ATS and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) scans resumes before a recruiter ever reviews them. Over 98% of Fortune 500 companies rely on ATS filters, so files missing role-specific keywords or using complex layouts are archived instantly. Optimizing structure and language keeps qualified candidates in front of hiring teams.

Question 2

How do I make my resume ATS-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Use clear headings, a single-column layout, and standard fonts. Mirror the job posting's keywords in natural sentences, quantify wins, and avoid tables or graphics that confuse parsers. The CV Tailor applies these best practices automatically so exported resumes stay clean inside ATS dashboards.

Question 3

What keywords should I include in my resume?

Accepted Answer

Start with required skills, tools, certifications, and role-specific verbs from the job description. Blend them into your summary, work bullets, and skills list without stuffing. The CV Tailor highlights missing terms so you can cover every mission-critical phrase recruiters search for.

Question 4

Should I customize my resume for every job?

Accepted Answer

Yes—job-specific resumes earn three to five times more callbacks because they echo the language and priorities recruiters search for. Tailoring signals you understand the role. With The CV Tailor the heavy lifting takes under five minutes, so personalization becomes the default.

Question 5

How long does it take to tailor a resume?

Accepted Answer

Most users finish in under five minutes. Upload your current resume, paste the job description, confirm keyword matches, and approve AI rewrites. Manual tailoring often takes one to two hours per application, so automation frees time for networking and targeted outreach.

Question 6

How does The CV Tailor work?

Accepted Answer

Upload your resume, paste the job description, and pick an AI model. The CV Tailor maps required keywords, rewrites your summary and bullets, and surfaces skill gaps. You edit each section in a structured interface, then download an ATS-safe DOCX or copy changes directly.

Question 7

What file formats does The CV Tailor support?

Accepted Answer

The CV Tailor accepts PDF, DOCX, and TXT uploads. We normalize layouts so columns or tables don't break parsing, then let you export the tailored version as DOCX or TXT for easy editing in Google Docs, Word, or applicant portals.

Question 8

Is my resume data secure and private?

Accepted Answer

All uploads travel over HTTPS and stay encrypted at rest. We never train models on your documents or share data with recruiters. You can delete files anytime from your dashboard, and automated purge jobs clear inactive uploads on a rolling schedule.

Question 9

How many CVs can I create with one credit?

Accepted Answer

One credit covers creating a new tailored resume. You can regenerate sections, edit, and re-download that version unlimited times without spending more. New accounts start with five free credits, and guest mode refreshes one credit every 30 days for ongoing testing.

Question 10

Do purchased credits expire?

Accepted Answer

Paid credits remain valid for 90 days so you can plan hiring sprints. Free welcome credits and the recurring guest credit never expire. We send reminder emails before paid credits lapse, so you only top up when upcoming applications demand it.

Question 11

Can I edit the AI-generated resume?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every block—summary, experience bullets, skills, and extras—remains editable inside the structured editor. Accept suggestions, rewrite lines inline, add new achievements, or regenerate a section with a different tone before you download the final version.

Question 12

Which AI model should I choose?

Accepted Answer

GPT-4o balances polish and accuracy for most industries. Claude 3.5 delivers conversational storytelling that suits creative or client-facing roles. DeepSeek generates lightning-fast drafts. Mix models per section until the tone reflects your voice and target employer.

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