# Braille Academy: Play & Learn

> Braille Academy teaches and helps practice Braille in an effective and fun way.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/digital.dong.braille](https://chrome-stats.com/d/digital.dong.braille)

## Overview

- **ID:** `digital.dong.braille`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Dong Digital
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 108,607
- **Rating:** 4.91 / 5 (3,468 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.4.0
- **Last updated:** 2023-05-10
- **First published:** 2021-04-09
- **Publisher country:** CH
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.dong.braille)
- **Website:** [https://www.dong.digital/braille/](https://www.dong.digital/braille/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.dong.digital/braille/privacy/](https://www.dong.digital/braille/privacy/)

## Description

**Braille Academy: Play & Learn** is a comprehensive Chrome extension designed to teach and practice Unified English Braille (UEB) effectively and enjoyably. With 13 thoughtfully structured chapters covering letters, numbers, punctuation, contractions, and more, the app offers 59 levels and 29 challenging tests to ensure mastery of over 90% of the Braille code.

Features include multiple themes optimized for visual accessibility, offline functionality, audio and haptic feedback controls, and a certificate system rewarding achievement. This extension supports gradual introduction of Braille concepts combined with focused repetition for efficient learning. Perfect for visually impaired individuals and anyone interested in Braille literacy or memory training. No distracting ads and continuous updates make it a reliable tool for Braille education.

## Rankings

- #213,562 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `digital.dong.braille.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Braille Academy is praised for its effective, simple, and engaging approach to learning Braille quickly, with well-structured repetition and no ads. Many users quickly learned the Braille alphabet and found the premium version affordable. However, common issues include lack of comprehensive practice modes that mix learned content, occasional bugs with progress tracking, limited tactile training due to visual-only teaching, and some interface inconveniences like lack of Bluetooth keyboard support and unclear punctuation input.

### Pros

- Effective gradual and repetitive learning approach helps memorization.
- Simple and user-friendly UI without ads or distracting elements.
- Fast learning of Braille alphabet is achievable, even free content is substantial.
- Affordable premium version with expanded lessons.
- Fun and engaging learning experience suitable for all ages and roles, including educators.

### Cons

- Limited practice modes especially after premium chapters; lacks comprehensive mixed review.
- Keyboard progress bar occasionally resets to zero despite correct answers.
- Visual-only learning may not train tactile sensing required for real Braille reading.
- Bluetooth keyboard compatibility is missing.
- Confusing punctuation input method in premium version.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/digital.dong.braille)