Federal Plain Language Guidelines

Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Guidance for U.S. government websites and social media

digital.gov/california-wildfires
digital.gov/hurricane-helene

The Plain Language Action and Information Network (PLAIN) put together federal guidelines to help implement the Plain Language Act of 2010.

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Plain Writing Act of 2010
Plain Writing Basics
Plain Language Web Writing Tips
21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act (21st Century IDEA)— accessible and user-centered customer experience.

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Guidance for U.S. government websites and social media

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