Self-study learners
Convert articles from topics you already follow in English and read them in graded French. Familiar context removes the guesswork from new vocabulary.
Who it is for
A French article converter for learners who want to read real content
Teachers and tutors
Turn any current-events article into A1, A2, and B1 reading material for students. No lesson prep time, no irrelevant worksheets.
Returners and improvers
Restart French with A1 or A2 versions of real news before moving back to native sources. Build confidence one article at a time.
How it works
Three steps to graded French reading
Paste any article URL
Copy the link to any news article, blog post, or web page and paste it into the converter above.
Switch between levels
Lectura creates A1, A2, and B1 versions simultaneously. Tap between levels to find the one that challenges without frustrating.
Preview free, then sign up
Read a preview of the simplified article for free. Sign up for a 7-day free trial to unlock the full article and thousands more.
Level guide
What A1, A2, and B1 French looks like
Beginner · A1
Very short sentences. Only the most frequent French words. Present tense, clear repetition, and concrete nouns. Ideal for first-contact French reading.
Elementary · A2
Short connected paragraphs. Common past and future forms, everyday connectors, and vocabulary that appears across many topics.
Intermediate · B1
Full article argument preserved. More nuance, longer sentences, and the vocabulary needed to follow native French news sources.
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FAQ
Questions about converting articles to French
What kind of articles can I convert to French?
You can convert most publicly accessible news articles, blog posts, and web pages. Paste the URL and Lectura will simplify the text to A1, A2, or B1 French.
What is the difference between A1, A2, and B1 French?
A1 uses very short sentences and the most common French words. A2 adds connectors, common past and future forms, and compact paragraphs. B1 preserves the full article argument while keeping vocabulary accessible.
Do I need to sign up to convert an article to French?
No signup is needed to try the converter. You can convert articles and read a preview for free. Sign up for a free 7-day trial to unlock the full simplified article.
How long does the French conversion take?
Most articles are converted within 15 to 30 seconds. If the same article has been converted before, the result is often available instantly.
Can I convert articles in any language to French?
Yes. Lectura can convert articles written in any language into graded French. Just paste the URL and it handles the rest.
Will the conversion change the meaning of the article?
No. The meaning and key facts are preserved. Lectura adjusts sentence length, grammar complexity, and vocabulary to match the target CEFR level, but the story stays the same.
Can I convert the same article more than once?
Yes. If the article has already been converted, the result is cached and loads almost instantly. You do not need to wait for another conversion.
Is there a limit on how many articles I can convert to French for free?
Guest users can convert a small number of articles per hour for free. Sign up for a free 7-day trial to convert as many articles as you like.