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Meet Scribbr’s carefully selected editors

Scribbr’s professional editors go through a rigorous selection and training process called the Scribbr Academy. Only 5% of applicants are good enough to become qualified editors.

You can rest assured that only the best editors will edit your paper.

  • Native speakers
  • University graduates
  • Academic writing experts
  • Knowledgeable in various fields of study

Proofreading and editing beyond the basics

Every Scribbr order includes both proofreading and editing. Your editor will make direct changes using Word’s Track Changes feature and provide feedback in comments to help you become a better academic writer. See an editing example.

Language

Your editor will directly correct errors related to:

  • Spelling (e.g., typos and hyphenation)
  • Punctuation
  • Grammar and syntax (e.g., sentence structure and prepositions)

Academic style

They’ll make sure your work meets academic writing standards:

  • Style and tone (e.g., avoiding subjective language and overuse of passive voice)
  • Academic writing conventions (e.g., abbreviations and equations)
  • Consistency (e.g., dialect and style choices)

Feedback & suggestions

They’ll leave thoughtful comments and queries to:

  • Indicate unclear text
  • Suggest improvements
  • Offer general advice

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Your editor will make sure that your document is well organized and contains all the essential elements.

You’ll receive in-text feedback about:

  • Whether or not each individual chapter supports your document’s main goal
  • The organization and focus of individual chapters and sections
  • Repetitive and redundant information
  • The content and weight of titles and headings
  • The numeration of figures and tables
  • Paragraph structure

You’ll also receive a personalized Structure Check Report meant to help you identify missing elements in each chapter or section and prioritize improvements.

Price

The Structure Check starts at $0.0075 per word and can only be purchased in combination with Proofreading & Editing.

Structure Check

Your editor will make sure that your document is well organized and contains all the essential elements.

You’ll receive in-text feedback about:

  • Whether or not each individual chapter supports your document’s main goal
  • The organization and focus of individual chapters and sections
  • Repetitive and redundant information
  • The content and weight of titles and headings
  • The numeration of figures and tables
  • Paragraph structure

You’ll also receive a personalized Structure Check Report meant to help you identify missing elements in each chapter or section and prioritize improvements.

Price

The Structure Check starts at $0.0075 per word and can only be purchased in combination with Proofreading & Editing.

Clarity Check

Your editor will help you tell a clear and logical story with feedback on your presentation of concepts and the logic behind your argumentation.

Through in-text comments and the Clarity Check checklists, your editor will:

  • Make sure your text tells a clear and logical story
  • Check that you’ve clearly presented concepts and ideas
  • Comment on the logic behind your argumentation
  • Highlight contradictions within the text

Price

The Clarity Check starts at $0.0075 per word and can only be purchased in combination with Proofreading & Editing.

Formatting

Our formatting experts can customize the format of your document or format your document according to APA guidelines.

Customized formatting

Your formatting expert can:

  • Generate an automatic table of contents
  • Generate lists of tables and figures
  • Ensure consistent paragraph formatting
  • Insert page numbering

Price

Customized formatting starts at $1.95 per page and can be purchased separately or in combination with Proofreading & Editing.

APA Style formatting

Your APA formatting expert will make sure all elements in your paper are formatted according to the 7th edition APA Style guidelines.

  • Make margins, line spacing, font, and indentation consistent
  • Set your running head and page numbers
  • Check your headings for consistency
  • Format your title page
  • Format your abstract and keywords
  • Format your footnotes
  • Make sure your tables are formatted consistently

Price

APA formatting costs $1.95 per page and can be purchased separately or in combination with Proofreading & Editing.

Citation Editing

A dedicated citation expert will ensure your in-text citations and reference list meet your style guide’s requirements. This service includes:

  • Applying the correct page formatting (e.g., margins and indentation)
  • Ensuring that your in-text citations and references meet your style guide’s requirements
  • Providing feedback on incomplete in-text citations and reference entries
  • Cross-checking your in-text citations against your reference list to highlight inconsistencies and missing sources

Our experts are familiar with all common citation styles, including APA, MLA, and Chicago.

Price

Citation editing costs $2.75 per source and can be purchased separately or in combination with Proofreading & Editing.

Customers rate our proofreading service excellent!

Scribbr’s editing and proofreading services are rated 4.9/5 based on 3,042 reviews on Trustpilot.
4.8
Evgenia 9 May 2023

Highly recommend you Debra from Scribbr!

I had the pleasure of working with Debra as my editor. She not only improved my text, but also provided me with valuable feedback and useful tips. She is definitely the best editor I have ever worked with!

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Jozef 8 May 2023

Very good and professional approach to…

Very good and professional approach to proofreading of the text. Proofreader explains the changes in detail and recommends aids for academic writing.

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Seyed Mostafa Mansouripour 8 May 2023

Thank you very much

Thank you very much. It wasn`t the first time I worked with you. Your service is always great.

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Tamirati Amanu 7 May 2023

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candie express 7 May 2023

Very Appreciative with the work that…

Very Appreciative of the work that was carried it's always best to get a second opinion ex[especially when you are unsure about your references.

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Mathilde 7 May 2023

An all-encompassing edit

The editor not only gave me stylistic and grammatical comments but also offered suggestions on organization and new angles to write my essay the second time around.

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Buddhima 6 May 2023

Excellent service

I recently had the opportunity to use the editorial service for my academic paper, and I must say that I am extremely satisfied with the level of service I received. Jamie provided valuable suggestions to improve the clarity of the paper and ensure it met academic standards. I highly recommend Scribbr's editing and proofreading service for those who need professional and reliable support to produce a strong paper.

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Benjamin De Silva 4 May 2023

It was truly accurate and helped me…

It was truly accurate and helped me alot.

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W. 4 May 2023

Thank you, Doug!

I highly appreciate the work and effort Doug put into correcting my paper! I am very impressed by his attention to detail and extensive commentary on the various parts of my paper. Due to his help, my thesis paper feels truely finished. Thank you so much, Doug!

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Diane Mitchell 4 May 2023

They do the job as advertised

They do the job as advertised. I used the service to finalize the citations, formatting, editing, and proofreading for my dissertation. It was expensive but worth the money, especially when I saw how much better it read and looked afterwards. I could not have found and done all the revisions in the three days in which they did it. They were also gracious about reworking my Table of Contents and lists and did so in the span of a few hours.

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Sara Riccardo 3 May 2023

Great:)

Very good comments and correction.

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Tobias 3 May 2023

Super good service

Super good service, quick feedback, great communication with the Lektor. Very good an konstruktive feedback from Margarete (Lektor). Only one negative point which lead to the one star reduction (nothing against the Lektor) was the price with nearly 500€.

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Naomi 3 May 2023

Scribbr is the best for Psychology

I use scribbr all the time for understadning how to perform psychology research and for questions, which always seem to be explained in an easy answer. Since starting university I have used it so much I cannot imagine living without it! I love this website with all my heart, the tiny explations, links and examples. I am not sure how it is for other subjects but for psychology I love it.

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Sebastian Bose 2 May 2023

good site for paraphrasing

good site for paraphrasing and for citing your sources.

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Alaa 2 May 2023

5-Star Review for Scribbr and Editor Claire

Working with Scribbr and my editor, Claire, was an absolute pleasure. The platform was user-friendly, and the turnaround time was faster than I anticipated. Claire was professional, efficient, and provided insightful feedback that greatly improved my document. Her attention to detail and meticulous editing skills were second to none. I highly recommend Scribbr and their team of skilled editors, especially Claire, to anyone seeking a reliable and excellent editing service. Five stars all around!

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Malik Johnson 2 May 2023

Great customer service for a company is like water for chocolate

Great customer service for a company is like water for chocolate. Without it is just a chocolate brick. Similarly, without great customer service, a company is just not worth using. This semester was my final thesis for my graduate program, needless to say, I was under a lot of pressure. The calmness and consistent customer care of the Scribbr team was unparalleled. I've never received prompt care with a web-based company. Thank you Scribbr for going above and beyond and doing it with such care when I needed it most. I'm eternally grateful and wish the entire team, staff, and those touched by this awesome service much success and vitality with this company, they offer great service and I don't mind paying whatever it costs to get quality work with professionals in the field. Thank you.

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AB 1 May 2023

PhD proofreading

High-quality service delivered on time.

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Francois Niyonsaba 1 May 2023

Insightful suggestions

Speedy Insightful cooments and suggestions

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IG 30 April 2023

Excellent company

Fantastic service from Doug and scribber team. Very quick service and excellent improvement to my document. Keep up the amazing work.

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yunjie 30 April 2023

I am very happy with the proof-reading…

I am very happy with the proof-reading service. Fast and useful!

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We handpick the best editor (or team of editors) for the job, based on your field of study and other requirements.

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Why choose Scribbr?

100% happiness guarantee

We aim for 100% happiness. If you’re not satisfied with your edit, we will reedit your work or give you a refund—that’s a promise!

Authority in academic writing

With over 250 free articles on academic writing and 5 million monthly visitors, the Scribbr Knowledge Base is the starting point for many students writing their papers.

2,000-word sample edit

If your document is longer than 30,000 words, we’ll first provide you with a 2,000-word sample edit to ensure the service meets your expectations.

Excellent reviews

We have an impressive track record, with 3,042 independent Trustpilot reviews and an average score of 4.8. We aim to make you just as satisfied.

⏰ Turnaround time Within 24 hours
💲 Rate per word From $0.017 per word
📄 Document types Theses, papers, manuscripts, and more
🪄 Feedback areas Language, structure, clarity, formatting

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Frequently asked questions

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How fast can Scribbr proofread my document?

The fastest turnaround time is 24 hours.

You can upload your document at any time and choose between three deadlines:

  • 24 hours
  • 3 days
  • 7 days
What is Scribbr’s 100% happiness guarantee?

At Scribbr, we promise to make every customer 100% happy with the service we offer. Our philosophy: Your complaint is always justified – no denial, no doubts.

Our customer support team is here to find the solution that helps you the most, whether that’s a free new edit or a refund for the service.

Can I get a sample edit?

Yes, if your document is longer than 30,000 words, you will get a sample of approximately 2,000 words. This sample edit gives you a first impression of the editor’s editing style and a chance to ask questions and give feedback.

How does the sample edit work?

You will receive the sample edit within 24 hours after placing your order. You then have 24 hours to let us know if you’re happy with the sample or if there’s something you would like the editor to do differently.

Read more about how the sample edit works

Can I choose between American, British, and Australian English?

Yes, in the order process you can indicate your preference for American, British, or Australian English.

If you don’t choose one, your editor will follow the style of English you currently use. If your editor has any questions about this, we will contact you.

Can Scribbr proofread my document during weekends and holidays?

Yes, regardless of the deadline you choose, our editors can proofread your document during weekends and holidays.

Example: If you select the 24-hour service on Saturday, you will receive your edited document back within 24 hours on Sunday.

Can I choose between the 6th and 7th editions of APA Style?

Our APA experts default to APA 7 for editing and formatting. For the Citation Editing Service you are able to choose between APA 6 and 7.

What types of editing does Scribbr offer?

Every Scribbr order comes with our award-winning Proofreading & Editing service, which combines two important stages of the revision process.

For a more comprehensive edit, you can add a Structure Check or Clarity Check to your order. With these building blocks, you can customize the kind of feedback you receive.

You might be familiar with a different set of editing terms. To help you understand what you can expect at Scribbr, we created this table:

Types of editing Available at Scribbr?
Proofreading
Correction of superficial mistakes, such as typos, misspellings, punctuation errors and consistency errors.
Yes!
This is the “proofreading” in Scribbr’s standard service. It can only be selected in combination with editing.
Copy editing
Focus on grammar, syntax, style, tone and the conventions of the field. The editor also considers the internal logic of the text and flags any obvious contradictions.
Yes!
This is the “editing” in Scribbr’s standard service. It can only be selected in combination with proofreading.
Line editing
Focus on language, style, concision and choices. The editor helps you strengthen your story, polish your sentences and ensure that your use of language drives home your ideas.
Yes!
Select the Structure Check and Clarity Check to receive a comprehensive edit equivalent to a line edit.
Developmental editing (i.e. content editing, substantive editing)
This is the first step of the editing process and applies to very early drafts. The editor helps you structure your ideas, decide what story to tell and find direction for your writing.
No.
This kind of editing involves heavy rewriting and restructuring. Our editors cannot help with this.

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