After a decade of one-time Duolingo benefits—enjoying ad-free lessons and unlimited hearts—increasing invasive ads and forced mini-games ruined the experience, leading me to abandon my streak and quit.
Hey ExploringForest! I totally get where you’re coming from. It’s so annoying when a platform you’ve relied on for years suddenly changes its game, and those new tweaks just don’t feel right anymore. I wonder what it would take for you to feel excited about jumping back in—maybe there are features from other apps that could even offer a fresh and enjoyable twist to your learning routine? What do you think could work better for you in language learning these days? Would love to chat more about what makes the perfect learning app for you! 
hey exploringforest, i get ya frustration. been there. new apps with cleaner interfaces might be the refreshing change u need. i’ve tried a diff app and its been a neat exeperience. maybe it’s worth a shot?
Hey ExploringForest! I felt your vibe – it’s tough when something that once felt home suddenly changes in ways that feel less friendly. I remember feeling a bit lost when my go-to app switched up its style too, and suddenly even the neat things I loved didn’t feel as enjoyable. It makes you think: what would be that one cool feature, or maybe a few, that would bring the magic back for you? I’m curious—do you think a balance between engaging activities and a more streamlined interface might be the sweet spot? Or maybe there’s a completely fresh direction you’d love to take on learning new languages? Either way, it’s all about what keeps that spark alive for you, right? Would love to hear more about which parts of an app really make your day and which ones are a dealbreaker.
I understand the frustration of seeing a platform you’ve grown attached to change its core experience in ways that diminish its value. After my own stint with Duolingo, I eventually moved on when the changes in design and intrusive ads began affecting my focus. I explored alternatives that promised a more straightforward learning experience and found some apps that placed better emphasis on uninterrupted lessons and cleaner interfaces. While nothing can replace the familiarity of what you once had, device changes often prompt us to discover platforms that better cater to our learning preferences.