Cover Letter Checker
Paste your cover letter to check its length, structure, openings, clichés, and closing. Add the job title, company, and job description for a more specific check.
Private: your text is analyzed in your browser and is never uploaded or stored.
What the checker looks at
- Length: about 250 to 400 words, one page.
- Structure: three to five short paragraphs.
- Placeholders: leftover text such as [Company] or [Name].
- Opening and greeting: generic lines like "I am writing to apply" or "To whom it may concern".
- Sentence openings and length: too many sentences starting with "I", or very long sentences.
- Evidence: at least one number or concrete result.
- Closing: thanks and a clear next step.
- Clichés: phrases such as "team player" and "results-driven".
- Company, title, and terms: mentions of the employer, the role, and key terms from the posting.
How to fix common problems
- Generic opening: name the role and give one reason you fit.
- Too long: remove sentences that repeat your resume.
- No evidence: add one specific example with a real outcome.
- Clichés: replace the adjective with a short example that proves it.
- Missing terms: use the posting's words for tools and responsibilities where they are true.
After: I led weekly client calls and wrote follow-up summaries that reduced repeat questions.
Illustrative example. Use your own facts.
What a checker cannot do
The tool uses simple rules. It cannot judge tone, honesty, or how well your story fits the employer. Read your letter aloud, ask someone to review it, and tailor it to each job. For structure and examples, see our cover letter guide, the template, and common mistakes.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a cover letter?
If the posting asks for one, yes. If it is optional, a specific, well-written letter can help you stand out.
Is a high score a guarantee?
No. The score is a checklist of simple rules. A letter can pass every check and still be generic, so add real, specific details.
Will my letter be saved?
No. The check runs in your browser and nothing is uploaded or stored.
Should I use the same letter for every job?
Keep a base letter, but adapt the opening, your two proof points, and the employer paragraph for each application.
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