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🧠 General

What is LangGecko?

LangGecko is an advanced platform that transforms any text into bilingual MP3s using customizable voices and smart translation. It's designed for passive, screen-free language learning—perfect for walking, commuting, or multitasking.

How does LangGecko help with language learning?

LangGecko uses interleaved language learning: it switches between your native and target languages in real-time, helping your brain map words and grammar naturally. You absorb meaning in context, not isolation.

Do I need to study actively while listening?

No. LangGecko is optimized for passive learning. You can learn while walking, exercising, cooking, or relaxing. You can also export PDF phrase bindings for optional review.

🔊 Audio Generation

Can I input any kind of text?

Yes. You can input anything—articles, stories, dialogues, news, or even your own writing. There are no content restrictions.

What languages and voices are supported?

LangGecko supports over 80 languages and offers multiple voice options per language using state-of-the-art text-to-speech (TTS) models. Precision Mode voices use Azure's premium text-to-speech (TTS).

What's the difference between Simple, Smart, and Sentence mode?

• Simple Mode: Word-by-word translation; fast and basic • Smart Mode: Context-aware phrase bindings; natural and fluid • Sentence Mode: Full-sentence translations; preserves grammar and structure

Can I customize playback settings?

Yes. You can: • Adjust playback speed (e.g., 0.85x for better comprehension) • Choose repetition count per phrase (0–10x) • Set pause duration (0.0–5.0s) • Enable Reverse Binding (learn target → source) • Apply speed settings to source, target, or both

🌐 Translation & Accuracy

How accurate are the translations?

LangGecko uses Azure Translator and applies LaBSE (Language-agnostic BERT Sentence Embedding) to measure translation quality. Smart and Sentence modes are context-aware and professionally optimized.

What is Precision Mode?

Precision Mode uses professional translation services with enhanced quality control, ideal for technical or academic content. It leverages certified professional translation services for higher accuracy and consumes more quota but delivers superior results.

Do you provide translation quality data?

Yes. You can view SBERT (Sentence-BERT) similarity scores for each language and mode in the Accuracy Table. These scores quantify semantic fidelity between the original and translated texts.

📄 Output & Export

What do I receive when I generate audio?

You get: • A bilingual MP3 (audio file) with interleaved or phrase-aligned audio • An optional downloadable PDF (document) with side-by-side phrase bindings

Can I use the audio for commercial purposes?

Yes, with the Max Plan, which includes a commercial use license. Lower-tier plans are for personal use only.

💳 Pricing & Plans

Is there a free trial?

Yes. The Starter Plan includes a 7-day free trial with 2 hours of audio generation per month. All payments are processed securely through Paddle, our trusted billing partner.

What's the difference between monthly and annual billing?

Annual plans offer a 20% discount and include the same features and audio quotas as monthly plans. All billing is processed securely through Paddle, our trusted payment partner.

What's the difference between standard and precision audio quotas?

• Standard Mode: Uses normal translation pipeline • Precision Mode: Uses certified professional translation services with higher-fidelity translations and consumes quota faster Example: Pro Plan gives 15h/mo (standard) or 10h/mo (precision)

Do my unused hours expire?

No, your unused hours do not expire. Any unused audio generation hours carry over to the next month, so you never lose what you've paid for.

Who handles my payments and billing?

All payments and billing are processed securely through Paddle, our trusted payment partner. Paddle is used by over 6,000+ software businesses worldwide and handles everything from payment processing to tax compliance and fraud protection. Learn more at https://www.paddle.com/

🧾 Technical & Misc

How is translation accuracy measured?

LangGecko uses SBERT (Sentence-BERT) cosine similarity with LaBSE (Language-agnostic BERT Sentence Embedding) embeddings to measure semantic alignment between original and translated phrases. Scores range from -1 to 1 (closer to 1 = better).

How do I contact support?

You can reach us through the Contact page or email langgeckocontact@gmail.com. We respond within 24–48 hours.

Advanced Features

Discover the powerful features that make LangGecko stand out

High-Accuracy Translation

Professional-grade translation using Azure Translator for superior accuracy.

Audio Speed Adjustment

Set text-to-speech (TTS) playback speed (e.g., 0.85x for slower target language comprehension).

Speed Targeting

Apply speed adjustments to source, target, or both languages as needed.

Phrase Repetition

Set custom repeat counts for each phrase to reinforce learning and retention.

Pause Control

Adjust silence duration between phrases for optimal processing and comprehension time.

Binding Direction Control

Swap source and target roles for reverse learning (target → source).

Translation Modes Explained

Choose the perfect translation mode for your learning needs

Simple Mode

Basic translation with straightforward phrase-by-phrase conversion.

  • Direct translation
  • Quick processing
  • Basic accuracy

Smart Mode

Intelligent translation with context awareness and natural language flow.

  • Context-aware translation
  • Natural language flow
  • Enhanced accuracy

Sentence Mode

Full sentence translation maintaining grammatical structure and meaning.

  • Complete sentence structure
  • Grammatical accuracy
  • Professional quality

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