Editage

Editage is a world-leading provider of author support services, dedicated to helping researchers and academics overcome the barriers of language and publication. With over 21 years of experience, Editage has assisted more than 870,000 authors across 190 countries, editing over 1.85 million manuscripts. The platform combines the expertise of over 2,000 native English-speaking editors, who are PhDs and seasoned academics from top universities, with an advanced AI-powered system to deliver unparalleled quality and precision.

The service is built on a foundation of deep subject-matter expertise, covering more than 1,300 disciplines across five main categories: Medicine/Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences/Engineering, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Business & Economics. This ensures that every manuscript is handled by an editor with relevant knowledge of the field, who understands the specific terminology, conventions, and expectations of academic journals.

How to use Editage

The process is designed to be simple, secure, and efficient for authors:

1. Submit Your Manuscript: Upload your document (e.g., journal article, thesis, research paper) to the Editage website.
2. Choose Your Service: Select the service that best fits your needs, from basic language checks to in-depth scientific editing. You can also choose your desired turnaround time, with options as fast as 8 hours.
3. AI-Powered Expert Matching: Editage's intelligent system analyzes your manuscript's subject area and requirements to assign the most suitable editor and a second quality-checking editor.
4. Expert Editing & Review: Your assigned editor meticulously revises the manuscript for language, clarity, and style. A second senior editor then performs a final quality review to ensure accuracy and consistency.
5. Download and Finalize: You receive the edited manuscript with tracked changes, along with an editing certificate. You can then ask your editor unlimited questions to clarify any changes or suggestions.

Core Features of Editage

• Multi-Tier English Editing: Four levels of editing services are available: Standard (grammar and phrasing), Premium (logic, structure, and flow, with 365-day re-editing), Scientific Deep Editing (peer-review style feedback on scientific content), and Scientific Deep Editing Pro (for high-impact journal submissions).
• Academic Translation: Professional translation of academic manuscripts (e.g., from Chinese to English) by bilingual subject experts, followed by a final polish from a native English-speaking editor.
• Comprehensive Publication Support: A full suite of pre- and post-submission services, including journal recommendation, plagiarism checking (iThenticate), cover letter writing, figure/artwork preparation, and assistance with responding to reviewer comments.
• Subject-Matter Expertise: A vast network of editors with PhDs and advanced degrees from institutions like Harvard, Oxford, and Cambridge, covering over 1,300 subjects.
• AI-Enhanced Workflow: An AI-powered system for intelligently matching manuscripts with the most appropriate subject-matter experts, ensuring a perfect fit for every paper.
• Quality and Confidentiality Guarantee: ISO 27001:2013 certified for information security, ensuring all manuscripts are handled with strict confidentiality. Editage also offers a 100% quality satisfaction guarantee.

Use Cases for Editage

Editage is ideal for:

• Non-Native English-Speaking Researchers: Scientists and academics who need to ensure their research is communicated in clear, polished, and publication-ready English.
• Early-Career Academics: PhD students and postdoctoral researchers who require guidance on manuscript structure, writing style, and navigating the journal submission process.
• Senior Researchers Targeting High-Impact Journals: Established authors who need a critical review of their work to maximize its chances of acceptance in top-tier publications like Nature, Science, and The Lancet.
• Authors Responding to Peer Review: Researchers who need expert help in revising their manuscript and crafting a compelling response letter to address reviewer feedback effectively.

Advantages of Editage

The key advantages include a dual-editor system for robust quality control, fast turnaround times to meet tight deadlines, unlimited Q&A with your editor post-delivery, and a 365-day unlimited re-editing service with premium plans. The platform provides a free editing certificate recognized by international journals and offers localized support with a dedicated Chinese team. Its comprehensive, end-to-end service model saves authors significant time and effort, allowing them to focus on their research.

Pricing and Plans

Editage operates on a quote-based pricing model, determined by the manuscript's word count, the selected service level, and the required turnaround time. Users can get an instant, transparent quote on the website. The primary English editing services are priced as follows (prices are approximate and may vary):

• Standard Editing: From ¥0.34 per word, focusing on grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Premium Editing: From ¥0.54 per word, including structural and logical flow improvements, plus 365 days of free re-editing.
• Scientific Deep Editing: From ¥1.39 per word, providing a comprehensive peer-review-style report on the manuscript's scientific rigor.
• Scientific Deep Editing Pro: From ¥1.59 per word, designed for submissions to top-tier journals, with review by senior experts.

Additional services like translation, plagiarism checks, and figure preparation are available as add-ons or part of customized packages.