About TroveReader

Follow your curiosity. Discover new language.

TroveReader is based on a simple yet powerful idea: the most effective way to learn a language is to engage with content you genuinely find interesting. Tired of AI-generated slop, drilling apps that get you nowhere, and dry graded-readers? We get it. That's why TroveReader is a language learning tool based on real-world communication, helping you engage with challenging but authentic material: articles, podcasts, videos.

Our Philosophy: Frictionless, Comprehensible Input

Our core philosophy is based on the principle of comprehensible input, popularized by linguist Stephen Krashen. The theory suggests that we acquire language best when we understand messages in that language. TroveReader is designed to be a frictionless facilitator of this process. It's not the lesson itself; it's the tool that makes the lesson possible.

By allowing you to import almost any text—be it a news story you'd read in your native language, the transcript of your favorite podcast, or subtitles from a show you've been wanting to watch—we empower you to turn your curiosity into a curriculum.

How TroveReader Works

The process is simple. As you read, you click on words or select phrases you don't know. Instantly see translations and add them to your personal "Trove," creating a dynamic vocabulary list built from your own discovery. When you encounter these words in future texts, they're highlighted, reinforcing your learning in new contexts. This method helps you build a deep, contextual understanding of vocabulary and grammar rather than just memorizing isolated words or rules.

We are committed to building a tool that respects your intelligence and empowers your learning journey. Thank you for being a part of it.