Readability & Grade Level Checker (Flesch-Kincaid)

Readability & Reading Ease Checker (Flesch-Kincaid)

READABILITY & GRADE LEVEL

Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

Flesch Reading Ease Score

70.1/ 100

Ideal para sites, blogs e marketing (acima de 60).

US Grade Level Equivalent

6.5º ano

Compreensível por leitores a partir de ~12 anos de idade.

Text Statistics

Total Words49

Total Sentences4

Avg. Words / Sentence12.3

Complex Words (3+ syllables)4

Estimated Reading Time~15s

US Web Copy Best PracticeFor digital marketing and online articles in the US, standard Plain English guidelines target a Grade Level between 7 and 9 (Flesch Reading Ease 60-70).

How it works

Paste or type your draft text into the editor.

Review your real-time Flesch Reading Ease score (0 to 100) and US Grade Level equivalent.

Examine detailed text statistics (words, sentences, polysyllabic words) and copy the readability report.

Frequently asked questions

What is an ideal readability score for web content?

For general web copy, blog articles, and commercial writing in the US, a Flesch Reading Ease score between 60 and 70 (approx. 7th to 9th grade) is strongly recommended for peak engagement.

How is the Flesch-Kincaid formula calculated?

The formula evaluates two key metrics: average sentence length (words divided by sentences) and average word length (syllables divided by words), weighted by standardized readability constants.

Is this tool free?

Yes. The site is supported by ads, so you never pay or need to create an account.

Is my text uploaded or stored on any server?

This tool runs entirely in your browser: nothing is uploaded to a server.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. The page adapts to your screen and does not require installing any app.