# Linga: Read & Learn Languages

> Learning Spanish & Flashcards

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1525101819](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1525101819)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1525101819`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Andrei Savchuk
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (180 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.5.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-17
- **First published:** 2021-05-24
- **Size:** 116 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/linga-read-learn-languages/id1525101819)
- **Website:** [https://linga.io](https://linga.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://linga.io/privacy](https://linga.io/privacy)

## Description

Linga turns reading into an immersive language-learning journey. Read real books in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, and English with instant word translations, a built-in dictionary, and context-based learning. Enjoy offline access, custom fonts, and adjustable spacing to study anytime.

Track progress with detailed stats, goal alerts, and personalized practice. Save words to a vocabulary list, study with flashcards and spaced repetition, and even import your own EPUB, PDF, MOBI, FB2, or TXT files to learn from genuine content.

## Rankings

- #106,158 — Overall
- #4 — smartbook

## Review summary

Users praise Linga for its clean, beautiful design and distraction-free reading, with fast tap-to-translate and strong vocabulary tools (save words, flashcards, etymology, pronunciation). Many appreciate adding personal books, file imports, and the value of a free tier plus a one-time purchase option over subscriptions. The app supports multiple devices, including a desktop version, and receives positive, ongoing development feedback. Occasional bugs (e.g., reading-time tracking, highlight behavior) and offline dictionary issues are noted but not widespread.

### Pros

- Beautiful, distraction-free design and user-friendly interface
- Powerful reading/learning features: instant word translations, vocabulary saving, flashcards, etymology, pronunciation, and the ability to add your own books and import files
- No ads and favorable pricing: no forced upgrades; free tier (up to 5 books) and a one-time purchase option for best value
- Cross-device support including a desktop option (Mac) for reading across devices
- Responsive developers and ongoing updates with new features

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