Cover letter checker
Paste your letter for an instant score on the things recruiters notice first. Add the job ad to see which of its key terms you cover. Then, if you like, get a recruiter-style review from AI.
Your score appears here as soon as you paste a letter. The instant checks run entirely in your browser.
What the checker looks for, and why
| Check | Target | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 250–400 words | Long enough to prove fit, short enough to be read in under a minute. |
| Proof with numbers | 2 or more | "Cut response time from 9 hours to 2" is remembered; "excellent communicator" is not. |
| Clichés | none | Stock phrases signal a generic letter and waste the first lines a recruiter actually reads. |
| Sentences starting with "I" | under a third | Varying openings shifts the focus from you to what you did for others. |
| Company and job title | both named | Shows the letter was written for this job, and gives ATS filters the exact title. |
| Greeting and sign-off | present | Basic letter form. "To Whom It May Concern" reads as dated; see how to address a cover letter. |
Frequently asked questions
How does the cover letter checker score my letter?
The instant score runs in your browser and checks length, paragraphing, greeting, sign-off, clichés, filler words, sentences starting with "I", long sentences, measurable results, and whether you name the company and job title. Each check is good, needs work or a problem, and the score is the share of points earned.
What does the AI review add?
The rule-based checks cannot judge whether your letter is persuasive. The AI review reads it like a recruiter: first impression, what works, the three changes that matter most with suggested rewrites, missing requirements from the job ad, and a stronger opening line.
Is my letter stored?
The instant checks never leave your browser. If you ask for an AI review, the text is sent once to the AI model to generate the review and is not stored by CoverLetterPro.
What is a good score?
Above 80 means the basics are solid. The score is a checklist, not a verdict: a letter can pass every check and still be dull, which is what the AI review and your own judgement are for.