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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this tool is 100% free to use. Just enter your email to get started. No hidden costs. You can analyse as much text as you like.

Each sentence is scored based on its length, the number of long words, and the average syllable count. Green sentences are simple and easy to read. Amber sentences are moderately complex. Red sentences are hard to read and may need simplifying.

Red sentences tend to be long (more than 20 words), contain many words with three or more syllables, or use complex vocabulary. These are the sentences that most benefit from Easy Read conversion.

No. All analysis happens instantly in your browser and stays private, unless you choose to click "Share This Result" — that sends only the text you pasted, to create a link you can share with someone else.

Red sentences are the hardest to read. You can try to simplify them yourself — shorter sentences and simpler words help. Or use our Easy Read Converter to transform your whole document into accessible content following UKAAF guidelines.
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