Points and what is it

[meatyhead]

What are points and how do you get them. What’s it all about

[jpp025]

Hi @meatyhead,

These topics may help you understand points:

What do I need points for?

Points are used for tutoring services, that are only available on the website, like writing correction and live conversation, and to buy premium lessons. You can buy points or they can be earned by tutoring, referring friends, and sharing lessons in the Library. If you earn points by providing one of the services mentioned above, you can exchange those points for cash. Note that a 15% commission will be withheld by LingQ for each tutoring lesson. However, there is no commission for points e…

Do my points expire?

Generally speaking, any unused points will expire after one year. However, as long as you are active, earning points, buying points or spending points, your points won't expire.

Can I convert my points to cash?

Yes, you can convert points into cash!When you have a minimum of 10000 points ($100), email support@lingq.com to request a cash out.You can find your points balance here or by hovering over the profile picture on the top right corner, selecting Settings, and then clicking on the Points tab.[image]LingQ will withhold a 15% commission for each tutoring lesson. However, there is no commission for points earned from referrals or sharing lessons.

How do I earn points for referring my friends?

Get up to 2000 free LingQs for inviting your friends!For every friend you refer who signs up, you both get 100 LingQs. You will also receive 200 points each month for any of your referred friends who upgrade to Premium or Premium Plus. You can invite your friends by sharing the referral link or sending an email/social media message.You can find your referral link here or by hovering over your profile picture -> Settings -> click on Invite Friends on the left tab.[image]You continue to receive th…

[gmeyer]

Remember around 2010 when gamification was all the rage for trying to make websites more engaging?

[meatyhead]

Thanks so much. I always use the app and this info doesn’t seem to be there. The points are expensive eh? Aren’t they just

[jpp025]

@meatyhead

points are expensive eh?

I don’t really pay attention to LingQ’s “gamafication” elements.

I just study and LingQ when I can between shifts at work.

@meatyhead

Thanks so much. I always use the app and this info doesn’t seem to be there.

Glad it helped!