Question 1

What is a communication archetype?

Accepted Answer

A communication archetype is a pattern of how you express needs, handle conflict, and respond under emotional pressure. ALYGN identifies 6 archetypes based on Gottman research, CBT, and Nonviolent Communication: Secure Connector, The Softener, The Absolutist, The Deflector, The Critic, and The Ruminator.

Question 2

How does ALYGN work?

Accepted Answer

ALYGN analyzes messages you paste or type — things you want to send or have received — and reveals the emotional subtext, perception gap, and communication patterns. Over 5+ messages, it derives your personal communication archetype and tracks your emotional intelligence score.

Question 3

Is ALYGN free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The core features — quiz, message decoder, archetype, EQ score — are free. No sign-up required to start. Your data stays private and is never sold.

Question 4

What is the difference between ALYGN and other communication style tests?

Accepted Answer

Unlike personality tests that ask abstract questions, ALYGN analyzes real messages you actually write or receive. It gives you science-backed insight on how your words actually land — and tracks how your communication evolves over time.