Language corrections
Spelling, grammar and punctuation checks on text you have written.
- Suggested edits in Word's Track Changes, where supported
- Consistent language and terminology
YOUR IDEAS. CLEARLY EXPRESSED.
Proofreading & Editing
Improve grammar, clarity, formatting and referencing in your completed assignment or dissertation. Receive suggested edits while keeping your ideas and academic voice.
£0.04 / wordMinimum £19 · From 24 hours*
*Timing depends on draft length and availability. Your final price and return date are confirmed after review.
DISCUSSION Suggested changes
A clearer way to express your ideas
The findings shows show that employee motivation have has an impact on productivity.
Your research. Your decisions. Your voice.
✓ Track Changes, where supported✓ Helpful editor comments✓ Confidential document handling✓ You remain the author
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
A clearer draft. Feedback you can use.
Choose the support that fits your document. We agree the scope before any paid work begins.
Clarity & consistency
Identify wording and presentation issues while preserving your meaning.
- Checks appropriate to your chosen service
- Your ideas and academic voice stay yours
Comments & suggestions
Understand issues that need your attention, rather than guessing what to change.
- Comments explaining unclear text
- You decide which suggestions to apply
Compare proofreading, editing and additional checks
Proofreading
A final quality check for work that is already complete. We correct language errors, typographical mistakes and inconsistencies while making only limited changes to wording.
Language and copy editing
A more detailed review of grammar, phrasing, academic tone, clarity and sentence flow. We improve readability while preserving your intended meaning.
Structural editing and feedback
Higher-level feedback on organisation, argument flow, repetition, section balance and whether the document communicates its purpose clearly. You remain responsible for deciding and making any substantive academic changes.
Formatting and referencing checks
We can review formatting and citation consistency against Harvard, APA, MLA, Chicago, MHRA, IEEE or a style guide supplied by your institution or publisher.
SEE THE DIFFERENCE
Your meaning, more clearly expressed.
An illustrative editing sample. We improve the language while keeping the author's idea.
The findings shows that employee motivation have an impact on productivity.
The findings show that employee motivation has an impact on productivity.
Editor's comment
Corrected subject–verb agreement while preserving the author's meaning.
BUILT AROUND YOUR DOCUMENT
Academic texts deserve careful attention.
Bring your completed draft and your institution's editing requirements.
Dissertations
Language and consistency checks across your own chapters.
Essays & coursework
Grammar, punctuation and clarity in your completed draft.
Theses
Careful editing within your institution’s permitted scope.
Research proposals
Present your own research plan clearly and consistently.
Reports
Clear language, consistent terminology and presentation.
Journal manuscripts
Editing against the language and style guidance you supply.
A SIMPLE, PERSONAL PROCESS
From your draft to your next revision.
- 01
Share your needs
Tell us your document type, length and where you need support.
- 02
Confirm your quote
We review your draft and agree the service, final price and return date.
- 03
Review your suggested edits
Read your editor's comments, consider the changes and finalise your own work.
CLEAR PRICING
Know the cost before you commit.
£0.04 per word
Minimum charge £19. Turnaround from 24 hours, Depending on document length and availability.
- Grammar, spelling and punctuation checks
- Suggested edits with Track Changes, where supported
- Editor comments within the agreed scope
These are proofreading estimates. Editing or additional checks may need a different scope and quote. Urgent requests depend on availability.
Get a proofreading quoteProofreading estimates
| Document length | Estimate |
|---|---|
| 1,000 words | £40 |
| 2,000 words | £80 |
| 5,000 words | £200 |
Your final price and return date are confirmed after reviewing your draft. Sending an enquiry does not take payment.
YOUR AUTHORSHIP COMES FIRST
Still your work. Always your decisions.
Our proofreading and editing services are designed to improve the communication and presentation of work you have produced. We do not create assessed content, invent research findings, guarantee grades or make changes intended to disguise authorship.
Editing requirements differ between institutions and publications. You are responsible for checking the rules that apply to your work and declaring editorial support where required.
Read our Academic Integrity Policy for guidance on using the service responsibly.
What is the difference between proofreading and academic editing?
Proofreading is a final check for spelling, grammar, punctuation, typographical errors and consistency. Academic editing is more detailed and can also improve clarity, sentence flow, tone and organisation. We will recommend the appropriate level after reviewing your document and requirements.
What types of documents can you proofread or edit?
We can review essays, assignments, dissertations, theses, proposals, reports, reflective writing, presentations, journal manuscripts, personal statements and other academic or professional documents, subject to our Academic Integrity Policy.
Will editing change my ideas or academic voice?
No. Our aim is to make your meaning clearer while preserving your ideas, evidence, conclusions and individual voice. Any higher-level recommendations are provided as feedback for you to consider and apply.
Can I receive tracked changes and editor comments?
Yes, where the document format supports them. Tracked changes let you review individual edits, while comments can explain recurring issues or highlight areas that need your decision.
Which English and referencing styles do you support?
We can work with British, American or Australian English and common referencing styles including Harvard, APA, MLA, Chicago, MHRA and IEEE. Please provide your institution or publisher's guide where requirements are specific.
How quickly can my document be edited?
Turnaround from 24 hours. Depending on document length and availability. We confirm your return date after review.
How much do proofreading and editing cost?
Proofreading costs £0.04 per word, with a minimum charge of £19.00. Your final scope and price are confirmed after review.
Will my document remain confidential?
Yes. Your personal information and documents are handled confidentially and used only to provide the requested service, subject to our Privacy Policy and legal obligations.
READY FOR A FRESH PAIR OF EYES?
Let's make your own work clearer.
Share what you need. We'll confirm an appropriate service, price and return date.
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Subject–verb agreement corrected. Your meaning stays the same.