Make your CV read like a native
Fix language, tone and idiom while staying ATS-friendly.
Speak native English without breaking ATS rules
Many excellent candidates lose traction because their CV reads like a translation. Literal phrasing, odd collocations and clumsy idioms confuse recruiters and can dilute ATS keyword matches. HRLens rewrites sentences so they sound natural to native readers while preserving the exact keywords and section labels ATS systems look for.
Upload your CV and get a section-by-section report with suggested rewrites, tone options, and keyword checks. Accept the edits you like, export as an ATS-safe PDF, or use the built-in CV builder to produce a polished version tailored to the role and locale you target.
Native idiom and phrasing
We rewrite literal translations into natural English that hiring managers trust.
ATS-safe rewording
Edits keep exact keywords, section headings and common parsable formats intact so screening systems still read your CV correctly.
Role and locale tailoring
Choose British or American English and adjust tone for seniority and industry without losing ATS relevance.
What we edit and why it matters
Grammar and idiom fixes
Remove literal translations, fix verb choices and adjust prepositions so lines read like a native wrote them.
Tone and impact edits
Swap passive phrasing for active results language recruiters expect at each seniority level.
British vs American English
Switch spelling, date formats and common phrases to match the job location you target.
Preserve ATS keywords
We never remove or rewrite keywords that matter for automated screening; we rephrase around them to sound natural.
Clear bullets and metrics
We tidy bullet structure and suggest measurable accomplishments so ATS and humans both see impact.
How HRLens compares for language and ATS safety
| Feature | HRLens | Standard ATS checker | Manual native editor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language fluency | Native-level rewrites and idiom edits tuned to industry. | Flags grammar and gives keyword advice but rarely rewrites for idiom. | Great phrasing, but time-consuming and inconsistent for multiple roles. |
| ATS safety | Keeps exact keywords and parsable headings while improving phrasing. | Focuses on keywords but can suggest changes that break parsers. | May remove or reformat keywords unintentionally when improving style. |
| Speed | Instant section reports and suggested rewrites you can apply in minutes. | Fast checks for keywords, slower on rewrite suggestions. | Depends on availability; edits can take days and require back-and-forth. |
| Role tailoring | Tailors tone and examples by role and seniority, with template-safe formatting. | Shows missing keywords for a role but leaves rewrites to you. | Can craft tailored text but requires briefing and manual effort. |
| Control and export | Choose edits, toggle variants, export ATS-safe PDF or use the CV builder. | Reports only; you must edit elsewhere to export final CV. | Editor provides files but may not preserve ATS-friendly structure. |
Get English polish that recruiters actually notice
Run a free CV check, apply suggested edits, and keep every ATS keyword intact.
Will editing for native tone change my ATS keywords?
No. HRLens flags and preserves the exact keywords ATS systems need. Rewrites happen around those terms so the sentence sounds natural but still contains the phrases parsers match. You can review every suggested change before you apply it.
Can I choose British or American English?
Yes. Select your preferred locale and HRLens swaps spelling, date formats and common phrases to match. That choice applies across the CV so your language and formatting are consistent for the markets you target.
Will the edits break my CV format or ATS parsing?
We keep section headings, standard labels and parsable formats intact. Edits focus on wording, not layout. If you need a different layout, use the CV builder which exports ATS-friendly PDFs after you accept the language changes.
How fast do I get suggestions after uploading a CV?
The initial language and ATS report is generated instantly. Suggested rewrites for each section appear immediately and you can accept, edit or reject them in the editor within minutes.
Can I use the same edits in my cover letter?
Yes. The suggestions translate directly into clearer, native-sounding sentences you can paste into cover letters. For a tailored cover letter, run your job description through the cover-letter tool to match tone and keywords precisely.