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Native Editors

Professional Proofreading & Editing

Professional proofreading and editing for translations, original documents, marketing content.

14Years Experience
50,000+Documents Translated

Why Lingo Service

  • ISO 17100 certified and an ITI corporate member
  • 260+ languages, native qualified linguists
  • Certified translation from £35, transparent pricing
  • Same-day return available on weekdays
  • GDPR-compliant, files stored in the UK

Translation Services We Provide

Specialist services delivered by qualified linguists

  • Translation Review

    Review existing translations for accuracy, consistency, natural flow

  • Copy-Editing

    Grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure improvement

  • Technical Proofreading

    Technical documents, medical, legal, specialist terminology verification

  • Multilingual Content

    Proofread content in 50+ languages by native speakers

  • Marketing Content

    Marketing materials, website content, advertising copy polish

  • Academic Editing

    Research papers, theses, academic articles, journal submissions

Why Choose Us

  • Native Speakers

    All proofreaders native speakers of target language

  • Subject Expertise

    Editors matched to content type (legal, medical, technical)

  • Fast Turnaround

    48-72 hour standard, rush service available

  • Quality Guarantee

    Professional editing, consistent terminology, polished final product

Client Types We Serve

Business

  • Marketing materials
  • Website content
  • Business documents
  • Corporate communications

Academic

  • Research papers
  • Theses
  • Journal articles
  • Academic books

Technical

  • Manuals
  • Technical documentation
  • Specifications
  • Product guides

Enterprise & Volume Solutions

Scalable translation solutions for organisations with ongoing or high-volume needs

  • Dedicated Account Manager

    Single point of contact for all your translation needs. Priority support and project coordination.

  • Volume Pricing

    Competitive rates for high-volume projects. Translation memory reduces costs on recurring content.

  • Framework Agreements

    SLA-backed contracts with guaranteed turnaround times, fixed pricing, and service level commitments.

  • Security & Compliance

    Cyber Essentials certified. GDPR compliant. NDA protection. Secure file handling for sensitive documents.

Explore Enterprise Solutions

Or call our enterprise team: 0800 193 8888

Our Process

  1. Document Upload

    Upload document for proofreading, specify level needed (light/copy-edit/technical)

  2. Editor Assignment

    Native speaker editor with subject expertise assigned

  3. Proofreading

    Grammar, spelling, consistency, flow checked and corrected

  4. Review & Delivery

    Tracked changes document delivered, clean version provided

Case Study

Professional Proofreading

Polishing translations and original content with native speaker editors ensuring professional quality and consistency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about professional proofreading & editing

What is the difference between proofreading and copy-editing?

Light proofreading: Spelling, grammar, punctuation errors only (£0.02-£0.03/word). Copy-editing: Grammar, sentence structure, clarity, consistency (£0.03-£0.05/word). Technical editing: Specialist terminology, subject-matter accuracy (£0.05-£0.08/word).

Can you proofread machine translations?

Yes - we review and correct machine translation output. This is called post-editing. Light post-editing (basic errors), full post-editing (comprehensive review), or transcreation (complete rewrite). Pricing depends on MT quality.

How much does proofreading cost?

Light proofread: £0.02-£0.03/word (min £40). Copy-editing: £0.03-£0.05/word (min £60). Technical editing: £0.05-£0.08/word (min £100). Hourly alternative: £25-£70/hour depending on level.

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  • Accepted by the Home Office
  • Available 24 Hours
  • ITI Corporate Member