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Duolingo is the world's most popular language-learning app, with gamified lessons in 40+ languages and 500M+ learners.
Duolingo
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Listed May 19, 2026Updated Jun 9, 2026
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What is Duolingo?
Learn a language for free. Duolingo is the world's most popular language-learning app, with gamified lessons in 40+ languages and 500M+ learners.
What category is Duolingo in?
Duolingo is listed under Education on Startup Spotlight, a directory of indie and micro-startups.
Who founded Duolingo?
Duolingo was founded by Luis von Ahn (@LuisvonAhn on X).
When was Duolingo founded?
Duolingo was founded in 2011.
Where can I visit Duolingo?
You can visit Duolingo at duolingo.com, or view its full profile on Startup Spotlight.
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