Readability Checker

Measure your content's reading ease with Flesch-Kincaid scoring.

Readability Analyzer

What is Readability?

Readability measures how easy your text is to understand. The Flesch Reading Ease score ranges from 0-100 — higher scores mean easier readability. For SEO, aiming for 60-70 ensures content is accessible while maintaining sophistication.

Score Interpretation

  • 90-100: Very easy (5th grade) — Children's content
  • 80-90: Easy (6th grade) — General audiences
  • 70-80: Fairly easy (7th grade) — Most web content
  • 60-70: Standard (8th-9th grade) — Blog posts, articles
  • 50-60: Fairly difficult (10th-12th) — Technical content
  • 30-50: Difficult (College) — Academic content
  • 0-30: Very difficult (Graduate) — Legal/Technical

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good readability score?
60-70 is ideal for general audiences. 30-50 is suitable for technical content.
Does Google consider readability?
Yes, as a user experience signal. Higher readability improves engagement metrics.
How can I improve my score?
Use shorter sentences, simpler words, active voice, and break text with subheadings.