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EnglishIs Proofread Bot Free? What the Pricing Page Tells You
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Proofread Bot has a dedicated pricing page at proofreadbot.com/pricing, which means it operates on a paid model rather than being a purely free tool. The site's own description emphasizes checking grammar and spelling "where you type" across Gmail, Messenger, forms, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Google Docs, and mobile — a feature set that typically sits behind a paid tier. To see exactly what each plan includes and what it costs, you need to visit that pricing page directly, since the homepage and feature pages don't list plan details.
What Proofread Bot Does
Proofread Bot is an in-place grammar and spelling checker. Its core mechanic, as described on the site:
- You type in Gmail, Messenger, or any web form.
- The tool underlines grammar and spelling issues directly in the field.
- You accept or ignore each fix without leaving the page.
It's available through several entry points:
| Platform | How it works |
|---|---|
| Browser extension | Checks the focused field; right-click or Alt+Shift+P; orange underlines with Accept/Ignore |
| Chrome, Firefox, Edge | Same extension across all three browsers |
| Google Docs | Requires a separate add-on — the Chrome extension does not run in Docs |
| Standalone web editor | Paste or write at /app for a focused proofreading workspace |
| Android, iOS | Mobile access listed |
Free vs. Paid: What the Site Confirms
The site provides a Pricing link, which is the clearest signal that a paid plan exists. However, the homepage and feature descriptions in the available material do not state:
- Whether a free tier exists
- What limits apply to free use (word counts, checks per day, feature restrictions)
- What the paid plan unlocks (advanced suggestions, team features, unlimited checks)
- The price itself
- Accepted payment methods
The site's pricing signals list only the pricing page URL — no payment platforms are named. This means you cannot assume the tool is free, and you cannot assume any specific price or feature split without checking that page.
How to Decide Whether to Pay
Since the plan details aren't published outside the pricing page, the practical approach is:
- Open proofreadbot.com/pricing and note the tiers, limits, and price.
- Match the tier to your usage pattern. If you write occasionally in browsers and forms, a free or low tier may cover you. If you proofread long documents, manuscripts, or professional correspondence regularly, the higher tier's limits matter more.
- Check platform coverage against your needs. If you work primarily in Google Docs, confirm the Docs add-on is included in the plan you're considering — it's a separate tool from the browser extension.
- Confirm payment options on the pricing page before committing, since no payment platforms are listed elsewhere on the site.
What the Site Does Offer for Free
The site publishes a set of writing tips that are accessible regardless of plan:
- How to Proofread Your Own Writing — five techniques for catching your own mistakes
- Proofreading vs. Editing: What's the Difference?
- How to Proofread in Microsoft Word — a walkthrough of Word's built-in Editor, spelling/grammar checks, and Read Aloud, plus where they fall short
- How to Proofread a Resume and Cover Letter — a pre-submission checklist
- Common English Grammar Mistakes for Non-Native Speakers — articles, prepositions, and verb tenses
- How to Proofread a Manuscript — approaching long documents
These are guidance articles, not tool features, but they're available without a plan.
Bottom Line
Proofread Bot is not presented as a free tool — it has a pricing page and a feature set typical of paid grammar checkers. The exact free/paid boundary, price, and payment methods are only on that pricing page. Before buying, check three things there: what the free tier (if any) allows, whether the Google Docs add-on and mobile access are in your target plan, and what payment methods are accepted.