Preply Language Tutoring Platform

The platform uses a machine-learning-powered recommendation algorithm to match students with suitable tutors based on learning goals, budget, schedule, and preferences. A short onboarding questionnaire feeds the algorithm so it can surface tutors with the right qualifications, experience, and availability.

Tutor profiles include biographical information, introductory videos, reviews from other learners, and detailed teaching specializations. Filters let you narrow by language, price range, availability, nationality, certifications, and focus area before booking lessons.

Preply operates on a subscription basis where you choose a plan with 1–5 lessons per week. The platform requires a minimum purchase of 6 lessons. Tutors work as independent contractors and set their own rates and schedules. On average, English tutors charge $15–25 per hour, though rates vary based on the tutor's experience, qualifications, and the language being taught.

Lessons take place in Preply's built-in "Classroom" video platform, similar to Zoom but tailored for language learning. The environment provides everything needed for effective online lessons, and the system now layers in AI-powered insights to keep you progressing between live sessions.

• Video and audio: High-quality video conferencing for face-to-face interaction with tutors.
• Interactive whiteboard: Collaborative workspace for visual explanations, notes, and grammar breakdowns.
• File sharing & chat: Share documents, images, and quick clarifications without leaving the lesson.
• Progress tracking: Automatic tracking shows improvement areas and surfaces grammar patterns you struggle with.
• Lesson insights: AI analyzes lessons to provide personalized feedback and suggested exercises.
• Daily exercises: Customized practice generated from your recent lessons and stated goals.
• Scenario practice: AI-powered scenarios let you apply what you've learned in realistic contexts.

Preply's emphasis on conversation practice and flexible scheduling is well suited for travelers who need practical communication ability rather than academic fluency. Tutors can customize lessons to focus on travel scenarios such as ordering food, hotel interactions, and directional language.

• Conversation-focused learning: One-on-one sessions accelerate speaking confidence for real travel situations.
• Flexible scheduling: Tutors operate across time zones, making it easy to fit lessons around work and trip prep.
• Personalized pace: Adjust subscription frequency before or after trips so you only pay for what you need.

• Languages: 90+ languages available for tutoring with niche specializations.
• Average pricing: English tutors typically charge $15–25 per hour; other languages vary.
• Minimum purchase: Requires at least 6 lessons to begin a subscription.
• Tutor model: Independent contractors set their own rates, availability, and teaching style.
• Specializations: Conversation, business, exam prep, travel, corporate training, and more.
• Technology: Purpose-built video classroom plus mobile apps with seamless sync.

When you sign up, you'll complete a short questionnaire about your goals, current proficiency, preferred learning style, budget, and schedule. The algorithm uses this information to recommend tutors who match your requirements.

Tutor profiles include introductory videos, biographical details, reviews, pricing, availability, specializations, and the languages each tutor speaks. Extensive filters help you find tutors that match your needs and budget.

Many tutors offer discounted trial lessons so you can test their teaching approach before committing. After selecting a tutor, you choose a subscription plan ranging from 1–5 lessons per week; plans can be adjusted as your schedule changes.

The Preply Classroom provides all tools necessary for effective online learning: an interactive whiteboard, file sharing, real-time chat, and high-quality video/audio. Between lessons, AI-powered tools keep you practicing and measure your progress.

• Daily exercises: Practice tasks customized based on your recent lessons.
• Scenario practice: Guided simulations to apply new vocabulary and grammar in context.
• Vocabulary tools: Built-in flashcards and review features for memorizing new words.
• Progress tests: Lightweight assessments to measure improvement over time.
• Tutor chat: Message tutors between lessons for clarification or follow-up questions.
• Lesson insights: AI summarizes each session, highlighting grammar patterns and speaking time.