What it checks: Flesch Reading Ease score (should be 50+).

Why it matters: Easy-to-read content reaches a wider audience and keeps users engaged.

How to fix:

• Use shorter sentences
• Use simpler words when possible
• Break up complex ideas
• Write for your audience's reading level

What it checks: Whether any keyword exceeds 3% density (potential stuffing).

Why it matters: Keyword stuffing is a spam signal that can hurt rankings.

How to fix:

• Write naturally for humans first
• Use synonyms and related terms
• Don't repeat the same phrase excessively

What it checks: Whether date indicators are found in content.

Why it matters: Dates signal freshness and can influence click-through rates.

How to fix:

• Include publish or update dates
• Update evergreen content regularly
• Use structured data for dates

What it checks: Whether content has at least 1 minute reading time.

Why it matters: Very short content may not provide enough value to users.

How to fix:

• Add more valuable, relevant content
• Expand on key points
• Include examples, data, or case studies

What it checks: Average paragraph length (should be under 150 words).

Why it matters: Long paragraphs are hard to read, especially on mobile.

How to fix:

• Break long paragraphs into smaller ones
• Aim for 2-4 sentences per paragraph
• Use headings to organize content

What it checks: Average sentence length (should be under 25 words).

Why it matters: Long sentences are harder to understand and process.

How to fix:

• Break long sentences into shorter ones
• Use periods instead of connecting with "and"
• Vary sentence length for natural flow