Question 1

What is IndoLingua?

Accepted Answer

IndoLingua (indolingua.fr) is an online platform to learn Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) from A1 to C2. With 180 structured lessons, varied exercises, and smart flashcards, we make Indonesian accessible to everyone. Available in 9 interface languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese.

Question 2

How is IndoLingua different from indolingua.org or indolingua.net?

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IndoLingua.fr (France) is an online learning platform with 180 lessons A1-C2. IndoLingua.org (India) is a language institute in New Delhi (not related to us). IndoLingua.net (USA) is an Indonesian-English translation service (not related to us). We are IndoLingua.fr — the complete Indonesian learning app.

Question 3

When was IndoLingua founded?

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IndoLingua was founded in 2024 with the mission to make Indonesian language learning accessible to everyone through a structured platform, from beginner all the way to C2.

Question 4

Where is IndoLingua based?

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IndoLingua is an independent French project (indolingua.fr), designed and built in France out of a genuine passion for the Indonesian language and culture.

Question 5

Is IndoLingua available in my language?

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IndoLingua is available in 9 interface languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Chinese (Simplified), and Japanese. You can switch languages from the Settings page.

Question 6

How long does it take to learn Indonesian?

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Indonesian is classified as a Category II language by the FSI (Foreign Service Institute), meaning it takes approximately 900 hours of study to reach professional proficiency. With 20 minutes of daily practice on IndoLingua, you can expect basic conversation skills (A2 level) in 3-4 months and professional fluency (B2 level) in 12-18 months.

Question 7

Is Indonesian difficult to learn?

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No, Indonesian is one of the easiest languages for English speakers to learn. It has no verb conjugations, no noun genders, no tones, uses the Latin alphabet, and has straightforward pronunciation. The grammar is remarkably simple compared to European or other Asian languages.

Question 8

Do I need prior knowledge to start?

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No prior knowledge is required. Our A1 program (lessons 1-30) starts from absolute zero with basic greetings, numbers, and survival phrases. Each concept is explained progressively.

Question 9

How many people speak Indonesian?

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Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) is spoken by approximately 270 million people, making it one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It is the official language of Indonesia, the 4th most populous country globally.

Question 10

What is the difference between Indonesian and Malay?

Accepted Answer

Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) and Malay (Bahasa Melayu) are very similar languages with about 80% mutual intelligibility. Learning Indonesian allows you to communicate in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and parts of the Philippines and Thailand.

Question 11

Why should I learn Indonesian?

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Indonesian is useful for travel (Indonesia is a top tourist destination), business (Indonesia has the largest economy in Southeast Asia), cultural immersion, and career opportunities. It's also one of the easiest languages to learn for Western speakers.

Question 12

Can I learn Indonesian if I only speak English?

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Absolutely! Indonesian is one of the easiest Asian languages for English speakers. Our platform is available in English and explains everything in clear, simple terms.

Question 13

What is the best app to learn Indonesian?

Accepted Answer

IndoLingua is designed specifically for Indonesian language learning with 180 structured lessons (A1 to C2), varied exercises, spaced repetition flashcards, and cultural context. Unlike generic apps like Duolingo or Babbel, IndoLingua focuses exclusively on Indonesian and offers a complete curriculum from absolute beginner to native-level fluency.

Question 14

What makes IndoLingua different from Duolingo?

Accepted Answer

Duolingo offers a gamified approach but limited depth beyond A2 level. IndoLingua provides a comprehensive, structured curriculum up to C2 level with varied exercises, cultural context, grammar explanations, and spaced repetition based on proven SRS algorithms. Less playful, more effective.

Question 15

Does IndoLingua replace a real teacher?

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No. IndoLingua is designed for daily practice: structured lessons, automatically corrected exercises and spaced reviews, at your own pace. It pairs very well with lessons from a human teacher.

Question 16

Can I learn on mobile?

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Yes, IndoLingua is a responsive web application accessible from any device: desktop, tablet, or smartphone. You can also install it as a Progressive Web App (PWA) for offline access and a native app-like experience.

Question 17

Is there a mobile app?

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Yes. The IndoLingua Android app is available on Google Play. On iPhone and iPad, IndoLingua installs from the browser as a Progressive Web App (PWA) and works like a native app.

Question 18

Does IndoLingua work offline?

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Partially. Once you've accessed lessons, they are cached locally. However, features requiring internet (voice translation, OCR scanner, dictionary) need an active connection.

Question 19

What features does IndoLingua offer?

Accepted Answer

180 structured lessons (A1-C2), 3,000+ vocabulary words with spaced repetition (SM-2 algorithm), voice translation, OCR scanner, grammar reference, writing practice, reading materials, and progress analytics.

Question 20

Is IndoLingua free?

Accepted Answer

IndoLingua offers a free Discovery plan with access to 10 A1 lessons and 100 flashcards. For full access (180 lessons, all tools), we offer Pro (€12.99/month or €99/year) and Premium (€24.99/month or €179/year) plans. 3-day free trial (card required, nothing charged during the trial), then a subscription you can cancel anytime.

Question 21

How does the free trial work?

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The trial lasts 3 days and unlocks every lesson from A1 to C2 and every tool. It starts with your card, but nothing is charged during those 3 days. If you don't cancel before it ends, the plan you chose starts; cancelling from Settings before the trial ends means you won't be charged. Without a trial or subscription, you keep the free Discovery plan (10 A1 lessons).

Question 22

What is included in the Pro plan?

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Pro plan (€12.99/month or €99/year) includes: 180 lessons (A1-C2), 3,000+ vocabulary words, spaced repetition flashcards (SM-2), all exercises and cross-device sync.

Question 23

What is included in the Premium plan?

Accepted Answer

Premium plan (€24.99/month or €179/year) includes everything in Pro, plus: OCR scanner, voice translation, dictionary, writing practice, reading materials, all digital books, the notebook, the guided program (daily session), progress tracking with certificates, and videos.

Question 24

How do I cancel my subscription?

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Subscriptions renew automatically. To cancel, go to Settings → Subscription → Cancel. You must cancel BEFORE the renewal date to avoid being charged. 30-day money-back guarantee from the date of payment. You keep access until the end of your paid period.

Question 25

Is there a money-back guarantee?

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Yes, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee from the date of payment, no questions asked. Contact indolingua.fr@gmail.com to request a refund.

Question 26

Can I pay annually?

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Yes! Annual plans offer significant savings: Pro annual is €99/year (save 34% vs monthly) and Premium annual is €179/year (save 34% vs monthly).

Question 27

What browsers are supported?

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IndoLingua works best on modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox (latest versions). For optimal experience, we recommend Chrome or Edge.

Question 28

Why is my audio not working?

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Make sure your browser has permission to use your microphone (for speech recognition) and speakers (for text-to-speech). Check Settings → Privacy → Microphone/Speakers. On mobile, ensure system volume is turned up.

Question 29

How do I sync my progress across devices?

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Progress is automatically synced via your account when you're logged in. Simply log in on another device (desktop, tablet, phone) and your lessons, vocabulary, and stats will be there.

Question 30

Can I export my vocabulary to Anki?

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Yes! Pro and Premium users can export their vocabulary to Anki (APKG format) from the Vocabulary page. You can filter by level, category, and difficult cards before exporting.

Question 31

How do I contact support?

Accepted Answer

Email support is available at indolingua.fr@gmail.com. You can also check this FAQ for common questions.

Question 32

I found a bug, how do I report it?

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Please email indolingua.fr@gmail.com with: (1) description of the bug, (2) steps to reproduce, (3) browser and device used, (4) screenshot if possible. Bug reports are appreciated and reviewed as soon as possible.

Question 33

Is my data secure?

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Yes. We use industry-standard encryption (HTTPS, bcrypt password hashing), secure authentication (OAuth 2.0), and host data on Supabase (SOC 2 Type 2 certified). We never sell your data. See our Privacy Policy for details.

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