# IXL

> Personalized learning across K-12 subjects

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ixl.ixlmath](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ixl.ixlmath)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ixl.ixlmath`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** IXL Learning
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 7,447,328
- **Rating:** 3.98 / 5 (45,181 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2014-07-26
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 183 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ixl.ixlmath)
- **Website:** [https://www.ixl.com/](https://www.ixl.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ixl.com/privacypolicy](https://www.ixl.com/privacypolicy)

## Description

IXL is a comprehensive personalized learning platform trusted by over 1 million educators and parents. It offers a full K-12 curriculum featuring over 10,000 skills across math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish, tailored to each student's level with adaptive questions and immediate feedback. The app supports interactive learning through engaging problem types, handwriting recognition, and immersive tools to help students master concepts anytime, anywhere.

With real-time diagnostics, IXL pinpoints students' knowledge levels and provides customized skill recommendations to target growth areas efficiently. It delivers actionable analytics and progress tracking, enabling educators and parents to support student achievement effectively. IXL is kidSAFE certified, COPPA-compliant, and has demonstrated proven results in improving student outcomes globally.

## Rankings

- #17,852 — Overall
- #13 — Education (Free)
- #15 — Family (Free)
- #10 — education
- #10 — education
- #17 — math

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.ixl.ixlmath.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Overall, reviews for IXL Android are overwhelmingly negative for students. The most frequent complaints center on a punitive SmartScore/point system that deducts many points for mistakes, causing stress, anxiety, and sadness. Reviewers say the app often fails to teach with clear explanations, leaving students frustrated. The workload and close deadlines add pressure, and some report usability bugs (regrouping) and navigation issues. A minority note it can be helpful for learning math concepts and is used in class, but the dominant sentiment is that the scoring system harms learning and well-being.

### Pros

- Helps students learn math concepts and practice (fractions, clocks, etc.).
- Used in class; appears to be integrated into school routines.
- Some users find it engaging/fun and perceives value in learning math.

### Cons

- Punitive SmartScore/points system with large point deductions for mistakes, causing stress and lowering self-esteem.
- Explanations are poor or not helpful; app does not effectively teach concepts.
- Causes significant stress, anxiety, and depression; negative impact on mental health and motivation.
- Heavy workload and time pressure (long lessons, deadlines, weekly quotas).
- Usability issues/bugs and pacing problems (regrouping bug, navigation challenges).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ixl.ixlmath)