Our Story
Accessibility is foundational to participation in Europe's digital future.
What began as a classroom solution now scales across websites to make digital clarity universal.
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Where It Started
PlainlyAI emerged through AI literacy training programs led by Qhala in partnership with teachers in Nairobi, Kenya.
"How do we support learners who struggle to access written content without isolating them or reducing their independence?"
— Educator, Nairobi
Tested
Assistive AI tools
Applied
Structured reading strategies
Integrated
Multisensory approaches
Observed
Real-world outcomes
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From Classrooms to the Digital Economy
Millions of people across the United States and Europe live with dyslexia, low literacy, or cognitive challenges that make accessing essential digital services — banking, healthcare, government portals — unnecessarily difficult.
The European Accessibility Act became the catalyst for scaling what worked in Nairobi classrooms to the broader EU digital economy. The same principles that helped learners in Kenya now power an accessibility layer for websites across Europe.
780M+
People with reading difficulties worldwide
2025
EAA enforcement begins
1 line
Of code to deploy
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What We Built
PlainlyAI is an AI-powered website widget and Chrome extension that acts as an intelligent accessibility layer.
Content Simplification
Summarizes complex content into clear, digestible insights.
Voice Narration
Converts text into natural, high-quality voice narration.
Cognitive Load Reduction
Reduces cognitive overload through intelligent content adaptation.
Independent Access
Supports independent access without requiring external assistance.
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Why This Matters in Europe
The Environment
Diverse populations with varying literacy levels and cognitive abilities.
Increased regulation demanding digital accessibility compliance.
Growing consumer expectation for brand trust and inclusive experiences.
The Institution
Improving usability across all digital touchpoints.
Enhancing ESG and accessibility initiatives with measurable outcomes.
Expanding access to essential services like banking, healthcare, and education.
What We Believe
"The goal is not to fix the learner; the goal is to fix the environment."
"Intelligence is universal but access is not."
"When understanding becomes easier, participation increases."
Our Vision
A world where every webpage is understandable by default.