FAQ from Plag
What is Plag?
Plag is a powerful online plagiarism checking tool that helps students and teachers ensure the originality of their work.
How to use Plag?
To use Plag, simply upload your document, and the tool will compare it to a vast database of published materials and internet sources. It will highlight any similarities and provide a detailed report on the originality of your work.
How does the similarity check work?
Plag compares the uploaded document to a large database of publicly available documents and scientific articles. It identifies text similarities and provides a detailed similarity report for easy analysis.
How are similarity indices calculated?
The similarity indices are calculated based on the comparison of words and text blocks between the uploaded document and the database. The algorithm takes into account both precise matches and fragmented text similarities.
What does the plagiarism report include?
The detailed report highlights the identified similarities and provides links to the original sources. It helps users understand the context and relevance of the similarities and make informed decisions regarding attribution or necessary revisions.
What can I get for free?
With the free version, users receive a detailed similarity interval (0-9%, 10-20%, or 21-100%) and real-time plagiarism checking. This allows for proactive identification and prevention of potential plagiarism issues.
How is the confidentiality of my documents ensured?
Plag prioritizes the confidentiality and security of personal data and documents. Uploaded documents are strictly protected and not shared or included in any comparison databases. Access to this information is limited to the user and authorized personnel solely for customer support purposes.