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Preply is an online language learning marketplace connecting tutors and learners.
Preply has raised $411.2M across 10 funding rounds.
Preply has raised $411.2M in total across 10 funding rounds.
Preply is an online platform that connects learners with experienced language tutors for personalized lessons in various languages.
Preply is an online language learning platform that connects students with over 100,000 experienced tutors across 90+ languages and 120+ subjects, serving learners in 180+ countries.[1][2][3][5] It solves the problem of ineffective, one-size-fits-all language apps by offering personalized 1-on-1 tutoring focused on conversation from day one, with AI-enhanced tools for faster progress—students advance 3x faster than industry norms—through affordable, flexible monthly subscriptions.[1][2][3] Preply targets individuals (from beginners to exam prep like IELTS/TOEFL), school/college students, and businesses via corporate training, emphasizing human-centered learning powered by technology.[1][5]
The platform's growth momentum is strong, evidenced by 300,000+ 5-star tutor reviews, a 4.8 App Store rating, recent U.S. office opening in NYC, fresh branding, and new C-suite hires to fuel global expansion.[3][4][5] AI features like Lesson Insights (personalized summaries) and Daily Exercises are rolling out to boost engagement and tutor efficiency.[2][4]
Preply was co-founded by Kirill Bigai, who serves as CEO, though specific founding year details are not detailed in available sources; the company has evolved into a leader in AI-powered language learning.[2][4] The idea emerged from recognizing that traditional apps lack real human interaction for effective language acquisition, particularly conversation skills, leading to a marketplace model that pairs students with global tutors for tailored plans.[1][2]
Early traction came from its tutor network spanning 160-180 countries and nationalities, flexible scheduling, and subscription model that boosts commitment and results.[1][3][5] Pivotal moments include expanding to 100k+ tutors, AI integrations for personalization, and recent milestones like the NYC office, brand refresh, and AI tool launches amid rising demand for practical language skills.[2][4]
Preply rides the wave of AI-augmented edtech, blending human tutors with personalization tech amid surging global demand for language skills driven by remote work, migration, and globalization—83% of Gen Z prioritize financial stability tied to such competencies.[2][4] Timing is ideal post-pandemic, as hybrid learning booms and AI shifts education from generic apps (e.g., Duolingo) to outcome-focused platforms; market forces like tutor globalization and corporate training needs favor its 180-country scale.[1][2][5]
It influences the ecosystem by setting standards for tutor-led AI (e.g., progress tracking saves prep time), fostering a vast community (100k tutors, 120 subjects), and accelerating industry progress toward "human-led, AI-enabled" models that prioritize real conversations over gamification.[2][4]
Preply is poised to dominate personalized language edtech by deepening AI integrations—like expanding Scenario Practice for real-life contexts—while scaling its tutor network and corporate offerings amid AI's education transformation.[2][4] Trends such as multimodal AI, workplace upskilling, and Gen Z's priorities will propel growth, potentially evolving Preply into a full-spectrum learning hub beyond languages.
As the go-to for effective, tutor-powered progress, Preply exemplifies how technology amplifies human teaching to unlock global opportunities.[1][2]
Preply has raised $411.2M in total across 10 funding rounds.
Preply's investors include Laurence A. Tosi, Dima Boroday, Hoxton Ventures, Owl Ventures, James Kim, 2xN, Andreessen Horowitz, Jenny Fielding, Scott Hartley, foobar.vc, Freestyle Capital, Granite Asia.
Preply has raised $411.2M across 10 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $150.0M Series D in January 2026.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2026 | $150.0M Series D | Laurence A. Tosi | |
| Jul 19, 2023 | $70.0M Debt / Series C Extension | Dima Boroday | Hoxton Ventures, Owl Ventures, James Kim |
| Jul 1, 2023 | $42.0M Series C | 2xN, Andreessen Horowitz, Jenny Fielding, Scott Hartley, foobar.vc, Freestyle Capital, Granite Asia, Hoxton Ventures, Invariantes Fund, Owl Ventures, Reach Capital, Scott Belsky, Shaquille O'Neal | |
| Jul 13, 2022 | $50.0M Series C | Ross Darwin | Przemek Gacek, Dan Pasko, Educapital, Evli Growth Partners, Rob Kniaz, Orbit Capital, Alexander Schlaepfer |
| Mar 1, 2022 | $49.0M Series C | 2xN, AgFunder, Andreessen Horowitz, Dunce Capital, Educapital, foobar.vc, Granite Asia, Hoxton Ventures, Market One Capital, One Way Ventures, Owl Ventures, Point Nine Capital, Polaris Partners, Reach Capital, Arthur Kosten, Charlie Songhurst, Daniel Hoffer, Przemyslaw Gacek, Shaquille O'Neal | |
| Mar 1, 2021 | $35.0M Series B | Owl Ventures, Jessica Davis | AgFunder, Air Street Capital, Alchemist Accelerator, byFounders, Connect Ventures, DG Incubation, Draper Associates, Educapital, foobar.vc, Hoxton Ventures, Hyper, Lifeline Ventures, Market One Capital, mExpand Family Office, One Way Ventures, Point Nine Capital, Polaris Partners, Reach Capital, Seedcamp, Sequoia Capital, Subtraction Capital, Alexander Ljung, Arthur Kosten, Daniel Hoffer, David Rosenberg, Gerhard Eschelbeck, Janis Krums, Johannes Schildt, Märt Kelder, Moaffak Ahmed, Othman Laraki, Pete Moore, Przemyslaw Gacek, Scott Belsky, Shaquille O'Neal, Tony Jamous, Vinay Hiremath, Arthur K., David Helgason, Gary Swart, Niklas Ostberg, Przemek Gacek, Hugo Fdez.-Mardomingo, Dan Pasko, Evli Growth Partners |
| Mar 1, 2020 | $10.0M Series A | Hoxton Ventures | Air Street Capital, Alchemist Accelerator, Autotech Ventures, byFounders, Calibrate Ventures, Connect Ventures, DG Incubation, Draper Associates, foobar.vc, FusionX Ventures, Hyper, Lifeline Ventures, mExpand Family Office, NextView Ventures, Polaris Partners, Root Ventures, Seedcamp, Sequoia Capital, Subtraction Capital, Tandem, Alexander Ljung, David Rosenberg, Gerhard Eschelbeck, Janis Krums, Johannes Schildt, Märt Kelder, Moaffak Ahmed, Othman Laraki, Pete Moore, Scott Belsky, Shaquille O'Neal, Tony Jamous, Vinay Hiremath, Arthur K., Daniel Hoffer, David Helgason, Gary Swart, Jon Uriarte Uranga, Diligent Capital, Educapital, Point Nine Capital, The Family |
| Jul 1, 2018 | $4.0M Seed | Air Street Capital, Connect Ventures, Cusp Capital Partners, Educapital, FJ Labs, foobar.vc, Hoxton Ventures, HV Capital, Hyper, Insight Partners, Lead Edge Capital, Market One Capital, mExpand Family Office, One Way Ventures, Owl Ventures, Piton Capital, Point Nine Capital, Polaris Partners, Reach Capital, Team Global, Alexander Ljung, Arthur Kosten, Constanze Buchheim, Daniel Hoffer, David Rosenberg, George Godula, Janis Krums, Märt Kelder, Oleg Tscheltzoff, Othman Laraki, Przemyslaw Gacek, Tony Jamous, Vinay Hiremath, Yaron Valler | |
| Jun 1, 2016 | $1.0M Seed | Przemek Gacek | Air Street Capital, Connect Ventures, Educapital, foobar.vc, Hoxton Ventures, Hyper, Market One Capital, mExpand Family Office, One Way Ventures, Owl Ventures, Point Nine Capital, Polaris Partners, Reach Capital, Alexander Ljung, Arthur Kosten, Daniel Hoffer, David Rosenberg, Janis Krums, Märt Kelder, Othman Laraki, Przemyslaw Gacek, Tony Jamous, Vinay Hiremath, Arthur K., Mariusz Gralewski, RTAventures |
| Feb 2, 2015 | $180K Other Equity | Borya Shakhnovich, Semyon Dukach, Torben Majgaard, Vadim Yasinovsky, Value Adding Company, Vostok Ventures |