What is this?

This tool checks whether text meets a specified CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) language level, B1, B2, C1, etc. It's useful for plain-language compliance and for multilingual content quality assurance.

When do I need this?

Use this when you need to verify that text intended for a general audience meets a specific reading level, or when checking translations for language difficulty.

Applies to:Public-facing content, translated documents, consumer communications, legal notices, and accessibility statements.
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    Paste your text, Paste the text you want to assess into the input field.
  2. 2
    Select your target CEFR level, Choose the level you're aiming for. B1 is appropriate for general public content; B2 for professional documents.
  3. 3
    Review the assessment, The tool highlights words and phrases that are above the target level.
  4. 4
    Simplify highlighted content, Replace complex words with simpler alternatives. The tool will update the score in real time.
  5. 5
    Export the assessment, Download the results for your content quality record.

Send this checklist to a vendor

Download a blank Word document or open a printable view to send this checklist to a third party (vendor, agency, external auditor) for completion. The blank version contains every checkpoint with empty Pass / Partial / Fail / N/A boxes and a Notes column.

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  • CEFR B2 readability validation beyond Flesch-Kincaid proxy
  • 20 checkpoints across vocabulary, sentence structure, organisation & financial content
  • Pass / Partial / Fail / N/A with notes per item
  • How-to-test guidance and common failures for every checkpoint
  • Aligned with EAA Annex I Section IV(e) banking language requirements
  • Progress auto-saved in your browser
  • Export Word report with notes
  • Direct links to EAA Directive and EN 301 549

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