Plagiarism Detection

Does Skyline Academic save or share my work?

No. By default, your documents remain private and are deleted after scanning. If you choose, you can opt to save files in a secure institutional repository for future comparisons.  

Can I exclude references or templates from plagiarism checks?

Yes. You can filter out bibliographies, citations, and templates so they aren’t flagged as plagiarism, making your report more accurate and fair.

How much does it cost?

We offer pay-per-document scanning and student-friendly packages for multiple assignments. Pricing depends on the document length.

What are omitted words and how do they affect my report?

Omitted words are the sections you chose not to include (quotes, references, etc.). These aren’t counted in the numerator or denominator for matched text calculations, so they don’t skew your similarity score.

How do I understand my similarity report in Skyline Academic?

Your report gives an overall similarity percentage and divides matched text into: Exact Matches, Small Edits, and Paraphrased passages. You can use filters to show only those levels you care about (for example, hide small edits or only show paraphrased content).

What kinds of similarity does Skyline Academic detect in text?

We check for three main levels of similarity: Exact Matches (word-for-word), Small Edits (minor rewording or spelling differences), and Paraphrased Content (ideas preserved but with new wording). We also show any portions of your text you chose to omit from scanning (e.g. quotes, bibliography) based on your settings.

How much does plagiarism and AI detection cost?

Pricing depends on document length. We offer flexible student-friendly packages, from single checks to bulk packages for multiple assignments.

How long does it take to get a report?

Most reports are generated within minutes. For larger files (like dissertations), it may take slightly longer, but you’ll still get results quickly.

How do I understand my similarity percentage?

The similarity percentage shows how much of your text overlaps with existing sources. Matches are grouped into categories: Identical – exact copies   Minor Changes – lightly edited text   Paraphrased – same meaning, different words   This helps you know what needs citation or rewriting.

Can I customize how plagiarism results appear?

Yes. You can adjust filters in your report to exclude references, citations, or templates. This ensures only meaningful overlaps are flagged as plagiarism.