|About us
Klaro makes legal language understandable for everyone.
We built Klaro because we saw a problem that exists everywhere: People sign contracts without understanding what's in them. Not because they're careless, but because legal language is intentionally complex.
The Problem
Contracts, official letters, terms and conditions – they all use language that nobody speaks in real life. 40-word sentences, nested clauses, legal jargon. This language creates a wall between people and their own rights.
- Tenants sign clauses they don't understand
- Creators sign away rights without realizing it
- Non-native speakers are doubly disadvantaged
- People with reading difficulties are excluded
- Attorney consultations cost money many don't have
Our goal: Tear down that wall.
Who we are
Benjamin Schlunk
Attorney
Studied law in Göttingen with a focus on business law. He knows legal language from the inside and understands where it gets unnecessarily complex.
Martin Schenk
Engineer
Diploma Engineer (FH) in Automation Technology. Has lived and worked in Madrid for over 30 years. Martin develops and operates the entire platform: Frontend, Backend, AI integration, and servers.
We've seen too many people sign contracts without understanding them. Too many people embarrassed to ask questions. Too many cases where language barriers led to real disadvantages.
Our Vision
Legal language should not be a power tool. Every person – regardless of education, background, income, or disability – should be able to understand what they're signing.
We believe: Technology can level the playing field.
Klaro is how we're doing our part.
What Klaro does – and doesn't do
What Klaro does
- Translate legal language into everyday English
- Highlight important sections
- Show original and plain English side by side
- Instant, free, no sign-up required
What Klaro doesn't do
- Legal evaluations ("good" or "bad")
- Legal analysis or assessments
- Recommendations ("don't sign")
- Legal advice
Klaro only translates language – nothing more. For legal questions, consult an attorney.