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Duolingo provides a language learning platform that engages users through gamified, bite-sized lessons. The app is designed for a wide range of users, from those learning for personal enjoyment to professionals and students needing language skills for their careers or studies. Users can access the core features of the app for free, while premium subscriptions offer an ad-free experience and additional functionalities. Duolingo stands out from its competitors by being the most downloaded education app ever and the top-grossing education app in 2019. The company's goal is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone.
Company Stage
IPO
Employees
1,001-5,000
Industries
Consumer Software, Education
Total Funding
$178.3M
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Founded
2011
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Collaboration with Netflix enhances user engagement through popular media content integration.
- AI agent Lily offers personalized learning, boosting premium subscriptions and user retention.
- Partnerships like DETermined scholarship expand user demographics in emerging markets.
What critics are saying
- Competition from AI-driven platforms threatens Duolingo's market share.
- Netflix partnership may face backlash if seen as culturally insensitive.
- Reliance on AWS poses risks if service disruptions or price increases occur.
What makes Duolingo unique
- Duolingo offers 98 courses across nearly 40 languages, unmatched in language diversity.
- The platform uses gamified, bite-sized lessons to enhance user engagement and learning.
- Duolingo's freemium model allows free access, with premium features for enhanced learning.
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Medical, dental, and vision for employees as well as eligible partners and dependents
Mental health benefits such as therapy sessions and coaching to support you to be your best self
Fertility benefits to support your family planning journey
Fully paid parental and adoption leave
Fully paid subscription to Care.com and paid backup days for dependents and your fur family
401(k) with generous match and immediate vesting
20 days of PTO, with two additional weeks off for winter break
Yearly professional development stipend
Transportation reimbursement for however you get to work
Lunch prepared daily by our in-house chefs
Annual international retreat for all full-time employees
On-site gym and massages
On-site game/break room
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