# HiNative - Language Learning

> Ask questions about languages and get answers! Help other users with English!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lang8.hinative](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lang8.hinative)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.lang8.hinative`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** 株式会社Lang-8
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 5,901,241
- **Rating:** 4.36 / 5 (47,349 ratings)
- **Version:** 14.21.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-21
- **First published:** 2016-02-10
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lang8.hinative)
- **Website:** [https://hinative.com/](https://hinative.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://lang8.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-183a44cf58b1802c851acddb39445b95](https://lang8.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-183a44cf58b1802c851acddb39445b95)

## Description

HiNative is a powerful language learning Chrome extension designed for learners worldwide. With over 6.4 million users, it enables you to ask any language-related question and get rapid answers from native speakers. Whether you want to perfect your pronunciation with audio uploads, receive corrections for your writing, or understand local customs before traveling, HiNative provides personalized guidance across 110+ languages including English, Japanese, Spanish, French, Chinese, and many more.

The extension features instant search through millions of user questions, customizable question formats with automatic translation, and the ability to upload images to clarify your queries. Developed by the creators of Lang-8, HiNative fosters a friendly, interactive community where language learners can teach and learn together effortlessly. Access language tips, cultural insights, vocabulary, grammar help, and pronunciation practice — all at your fingertips with HiNative.

## Rankings

- #21,367 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_LOG`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.lang8.hinative.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.lang8.hinative.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

HiNative is praised for its active, helpful community and usefulness for learning, with smooth performance. However, recurring drawbacks include an intrusive, often incorrect AI feature and a heavy paywall that gates core functionality, plus content-quality moderation problems that frustrate beginners. Some users also find the app’s structure confusing and less beginner-friendly. Despite these, many users still value the platform for practice and prefer it over some alternatives.

### Pros

- Active, supportive community for asking questions and language practice with native speakers.
- Useful for learning and expanding vocabulary with real usage examples.
- Generally smooth app performance and a pleasant user experience.
- Perceived advantage over some competitors (e.g., HelloTalk).

### Cons

- AI assistant is intrusive and often wrong; it's on by default and cannot be easily turned off.
- Strong paywall: essential features require a subscription or payment, limiting use.
- Content quality issues: lots of random or low-quality posts; moderation lacking; beginner-friendly content lacking.
- Confusing structure and learning experience; not beginner-friendly.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lang8.hinative)