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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

Popular add-on editing services

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 4.7/5 based on 3,340 reviews on Trustpilot.
4.6
Ardhmeria Saqipi 26 November 2023

I thought the corrections were really…

I thought the corrections were really helpful and I appreciate that she took the time to go through it and give nice comments. It also came back earlier than I had thought and that was very effective. I'd recommend it. Thank you very much :)

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Richard 24 November 2023

Adequate proofing

I recently sent out a sample of a manuscript to five different proofing organisations. Scribbr was not the best, but also not the worst. Their efforts were good, with few misunderstandings, but two other services were above expectation, leaving Scribbr in third place. I would say the service is adequate for many and great if you don't want to spend time reviewing many changes. For me, I preferred the eager and deeper edits of the other services, even if they had a few mistakes and misinterpretations I had to undo.

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Paula Russo 23 November 2023

Excellent Experience!

I requested a 7 day turn around of my 111 page dissertation. The Scribbr editors provided professional edits, comments, and recommendations to assist me in drafting the final version of my paper. The Scribbr team gain my trust and made this daunting process quite seamless. I would highly recommend Scribbr to anyone in need of the many services Scribbr provide. Thank you Deb and Emma for your patience with my review. I am 100% satisfied. Thank you, Paula Russo

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Edith 21 November 2023

Proofreading

Sccribbr is your go-to place for all proofreading and editing of academic work.

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Marcin 21 November 2023

Thank you very much for proofreading…

Thank you very much for proofreading and suggestions. I wholeheartedly recommend the Scribbr service to everyone.

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Naz Jaffer 20 November 2023

I use Scribbr for its citation tools…

I use Scribbr for its citation tools and thought I had lost everything today. Rose was terrific, walking me through my email to retrieve my Scribbr account. Thank you rose

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Clairissa Richardson 20 November 2023

Absolutely stellar team work!

Absolutely stellar team work!! Editors are highly experienced and having a special representative assigned to your work order adds credibility to the work being done correctly! I had an issue with my order and Scribbr wasted no time correcting it! Thank you Sidney and Rukky!!

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Rógvi Olavson 19 November 2023

Worth every penny!

The comments and suggested changes were incredibly good, easy to understand and well argued. I chose the proofreading, structure check, and clarity check and it did not disappoint. I will definitely use this service again in the future. Highly recommended!

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Zach Hill 18 November 2023

If only I would have found Scribbr sooner!

Within 12 hours of submitting a 50,000 word document, I was paired with an editor who showcased his talents in a 2,000 word editorial preview. The attention to detail was impressive and exactly what I needed to polish off my work. The final edit was returned promptly with great feedback throughout. All I can say is: I wish I would’ve found Scribbr at the beginning of my project rather than at the end!

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Mathilde 17 November 2023

PhD application hinges on Scibbr

Concise comments: 1) need to refer every point back to the PhD program applying for 2) don’t jam 2 ideas into 1 paragraph

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Lesley Liebhart 15 November 2023

Masterarbeit

Marna did a great Job. Thank you

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Gabriela Vázquez 13 November 2023

My revision was ready ahead of the deadline

My revision was ready ahead of the deadline, and it was made carefully. As always, I appreciate the feedback concerning English mistakes

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Max 13 November 2023

Great editing

Joan edited my manuscript really well. She improved the language and fixed all grammar mistakes. Moreover, she also formatted it in perfect APA style, as requested in the order.

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Jeremy Aguirre 10 November 2023

The process was quick and easy

The process was quick and easy. I received my feedback sooner than expected and the suggestions were very beneficial.

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Brenda Williams 8 November 2023

IT IS THE BEST TOOL USE THUS FAR

IT IS THE BEST TOOL USE THUS FAR. MANY THANKS FOR THIS EXCELLENT PRODUCT!!!!

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Tess 7 November 2023

He provided clear and detailed…

He provided clear and detailed feedback, has an eye for language and clarity and even proofread sections I did not pay for.

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Iceland LVJQ 7 November 2023

High quality and very efficient work!

High quality and very efficient work!

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Salvatore Pistone 5 November 2023

Citing websites

It helps me cite websites for projects, essays, etc.

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Marijn Neuman-Sjonger 5 November 2023

I am thrilled with the changes that…

I am thrilled with the changes that were made in my article. It has improved a lot! I would recommend Scribbr to anyone!

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Max 3 November 2023

Great language editing and clarity improvements

Balakumar enhanced the language of my manuscript greatly and also had sensible recommendations for improving its clarity. Thank you.

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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 20,000 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 3,340 independent Trustpilot reviews and an average score of 4.6. We aim to make you just as satisfied.

⏰ Turnaround time Within 12 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 12 hours.

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

  • 12 hours
  • 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 20,000 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 12 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 12-hour service on Saturday, you will receive your edited document back within 12 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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