Question 1

What is Flesch reading ease?

Accepted Answer

A score from 0-100 measuring how easy text is to read. 60-70 is plain English suitable for most web content. 70-80 is fairly easy (conversational). Below 50 is academic or technical. Higher scores mean easier reading.

Question 2

Why does readability matter for SEO?

Accepted Answer

Google measures user engagement signals — if visitors bounce because content is hard to read, rankings suffer. Readable content earns longer time on page, more scroll depth, and lower bounce rates. All of these indirectly improve SEO performance.

Question 3

How do I improve readability?

Accepted Answer

Shorten sentences (aim for under 20 words average). Use simple words instead of complex alternatives. Break paragraphs to 3-4 sentences. Replace passive voice with active voice. Use bulleted lists for 3+ items. This tool identifies specific issues to fix.

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