Frequently asked questions

What parents usually ask before signing up.

Is it actually free, or free-trial-then-paywall?

Free to use right now, full stop - no card required, no trial clock. See the Terms of Service for how we'd handle adding any paid features later.

What age is this really for?

Built for roughly 7-13. Younger kids who read comfortably can usually follow it; hint tone and pacing adjust to the age set on their profile.

Does my kid need to already know how to code?

No. Thinking Like a Coder needs no typing at all, Scratch is drag-and-drop, and the Python course starts from zero (variables, print statements) and builds up from there through a real beginner-to-intermediate curriculum.

Which courses are there?

Eight: Thinking Like a Coder, Python Fundamentals, Scratch Coding, HTML Basics, CSS Basics, JavaScript Basics, AI Basics and Painting with Code. Every one is free, and you can read a full sample lesson from most of them without an account.

What do I need - do we have to install anything?

Nothing to install: it runs in the browser on a computer, tablet or phone. Phones work, but Scratch and the drawing world have more room on a tablet or computer.

Do I need to sit with them the whole time?

No. The AI buddy gives the hints during the lesson; the parent dashboard gives you a plain-language recap of what they worked on and where they got stuck, without needing to watch over their shoulder.

Can my child share what they make? Who can see it?

Whatever your child draws in My World is private by default. To show a world in the Gallery they ask, and it only goes live after you approve it from the parent dashboard. Gallery cards show the child's buddy name - never their real name or age - and other children can send hearts or remix it. A remix is a private copy that needs its own approval before anyone sees it, and you can turn remixing off for any world you share.

Is the code execution safe?

Yes - submitted code runs in an isolated sandbox, never directly on our servers or your device. See the Privacy Policy for exactly how that works.

What happens to my child's data?

Only what's needed to run their code, generate hints, and power the parent dashboard - never sold, no ads, no third-party trackers. Full detail in the Privacy Policy, and you can remove a child's profile (and all their data) at any time from the parent dashboard.

What if the AI gives a wrong or confusing hint?

It can happen - it's a real limitation of AI-generated hints, and it's why the system is designed to ask guiding questions rather than hand over answers, and why a parent can always see the actual conversation on the dashboard.