Preply: Connecting Learners with Expert Tutors Worldwide

Problem

Accessing quality education and personalized learning is often expensive, location-dependent, and time-consuming. Many learners struggle to find qualified tutors for language learning, academic subjects, or professional skills. Meanwhile, skilled tutors lack a flexible, global platform to reach students and monetize their expertise.

Solution

Preply is an online tutoring marketplace that connects learners with expert tutors from around the world via one-on-one video lessons. Our platform makes personalized education accessible, affordable, and flexible—empowering learners to reach their goals while enabling tutors to earn income on their own terms.

How It Works

1. Learners browse tutor profiles, read reviews, and book lessons based on price, availability, and expertise.
2. Tutors set their own rates, create profiles, and offer lessons in various subjects like languages, business skills, and test preparation.
3. Secure Payments & Communication – Lessons are conducted via built-in video chat with payment protection and messaging tools.

Market Opportunity

• The global online tutoring market is projected to reach $18 billion by 2028.
• Rising demand for remote education, language learning, and upskilling is driving the shift toward digital platforms.
• With increasing globalization, people seek affordable, flexible, and personalized learning experiences.

Traction & Growth Potential

• Thousands of active tutors teaching 100+ subjects in 180+ countries.
• Over 15 million lessons completed globally.
• Preply is expanding into corporate training and group learning—unlocking new revenue streams.

Revenue Model

1. Commission on Lessons – Preply takes a percentage of each completed session.
2. Subscription Plans – Learners can purchase lesson packages or monthly subscriptions.
3. Corporate Solutions – Language and skills training for businesses.

Why Now?

• The rise of remote work and e-learning is transforming how people acquire new skills.
• Globalization has increased the demand for language learning and cross-cultural communication.
• Technology enables seamless video communication and secure payments, making online learning more effective than ever.

The Ask

We are seeking funding to scale our platform, enhance AI-powered tutor matching, and expand our corporate training services. With your investment, we can become the leading platform for personalized online learning.

Join us in reshaping education and empowering learners worldwide.