Supported File Formats, Upload Limits, and Data Handling

PaperCheck produces the best results when it receives a clean document and the right analysis context.

Supported Formats

• PDF (.pdf) for stable rendering and preserved formatting
• Word (.docx) for working drafts and ongoing revisions

Practical Limits

• Word count should stay below 48,000 words (approximately 150 pages), file size below 50 MB, and the number of analysis versions depends on your package.
• Shorter papers may qualify for discounts. See Billing and Plans for details.
• If a file cannot be processed reliably, start with Troubleshooting.

Data Handling

• The document is processed to generate feedback, checks, and, when available, defense-preparation aids.
• During upload, you can choose whether extracted content and feedback should be deleted automatically afterward.
• Your data is not used for model training.

Related Pages

• Upload and Settings
• Security and Privacy