Toucan by Babbel - Language Learning

Name: Toucan by Babbel - Language Learning
Rating: 4.591172214182344 (1382 reviews)
Author: https://jointoucan.com

Learn a new language just by browsing the internet.

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Toucan by Babbel is a Chrome extension that seamlessly integrates language learning into your daily browsing experience. Instead of disrupting your online activities with traditional quizzes and tests, Toucan translates selected words and phrases on web pages into your chosen language, using context clues that help you learn naturally and effortlessly.

With support for languages including English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Korean, Portuguese, Italian, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Hebrew, and Hindi, Toucan offers features like Shortcuts for common phrases, Extra Practice embedded in popular sites such as Google, Twitter, and Reddit, and the ability to save words for later review. Privacy is a top priority, ensuring no tracking beyond your selected language. Perfect for anyone looking to pick up a new language conveniently throughout the day without interruption.

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By:

https://jointoucan.com

Users:

200,000

Rating:

4.59

(1,382)

Version:

2.19.6 Last updated: 2024-10-14

Creation date:

2020-06-17

Risk:

Permissions:

storage
cookies
activeTab
contextMenus
scripting

Host permissions:

https://jointoucan.com/*
https://*.jointoucan.com/*
https://*.wikipedia.org/*
https://*.jointoucan.com/welcome*
https://jointoucan.com/welcome*
https://*.google.com/*
https://*.youtube.com/*
https://*.amazon.com/*
https://*.yahoo.com/*
https://*.facebook.com/*

Size:

11.58MB

Email:

in*****@jointoucan.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

13 hours ago

Ranking

# 1,121 ▲ 92

Other rankings

#21 in Education #2 in Editors' Picks extensions #10 in language keyword 51 ▲ 2 #38 in learn keyword 41 ▲ 4 #71 in phrase keyword 6

Other platforms

Toucan - Language Learning (v2.15.3)

7,640 4.01

(153)

Toucan - Language Learning (v2.18.11)

103,794 4.10

(192)

User reviews

Users appreciate Toucan's unique, contextual language learning approach while browsing. However, many report significant bugs, such as unresponsive settings and crashes, and desire more native language options like Chinese and Russian. The extension is also criticized for high resource usage leading to browser slowdowns. Overall, while the concept is well-received, technical issues and limited language support hinder its effectiveness.

Pros

Innovative and natural language learning approach integrated into web browsing.
Helps users pick up new vocabulary passively and contextually.
Supports multiple languages with positive user experience in those supported.
Valuable as a learning tool for travelers and language learners alike.

Cons

Extension is buggy and unstable, especially issues with opening settings and dashboard.
Lack of support for some native languages (notably Chinese and Russian) despite multiple requests.
High resource consumption causing browser slowdowns or freezes.
Inconsistent functionality across different browsers; sometimes doesn't work or crash.
Limited control over learned vocabulary repetition and known languages setting.

Recent reviews

Buggier than big orange presidents :(

Bo*****, 2025-06-20

I would like to this application to study English. However, I speak Japanese so I cannot choose this one as a native language. I hope this will update soon.

No*****, 2025-04-28

Me after installing: ¿Dónde está el baño? ¿Dónde está el baño? (Where is the bathroom? in Spanish)

Je*****, 2025-04-28

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Toucan by Babbel - Language Learning requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

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Toucan by Babbel - Language Learning has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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