How to use the Readability Checker
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Paste your page copy or draft.
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Check the score and grade level.
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Shorten the highlighted sentences and swap hard words for plain ones.
Why readability matters for SEO and AI
Clear writing keeps visitors reading, and it's easier for Google and AI assistants to extract and quote. Short sentences with one idea each are exactly the kind of passage that ends up in answers.
Targets that work for most sites
Aim for these on service and product pages:
- Flesch Reading Ease of 60 or higher
- Grade level around 7 to 9
- Average sentence length under 20 words
- Active voice for instructions and claims
Frequently asked questions
What is a good Flesch score?
60 to 70 is plain English that most adults read easily. Technical B2B content can sit a little lower.
Is readability a ranking factor?
Not directly, but clear pages tend to engage visitors and get quoted, which helps.
How is the score calculated?
Flesch Reading Ease uses average sentence length and syllables per word. Syllables are estimated, so treat scores as a guide.
Is my text stored?
No. Everything runs in your browser.