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Auser's streak is a measure of how consistently they use Duolingo.[1]A streak starts at zero and increases by one for each day the user completes a lesson. It resets to zero if the user does not complete a lesson unless a streak freezeis bought in advance.[2]
Contents
- 1 Extending a streak redaber
- 2 Streak rewards
- 3 Trivia
- 4 Notes
- 5 See also
Extending a streak redaber[]
Toextend your streak for a given day, you must complete a lesson before midnight (12:00).[3] .
If you are using a Duolingo app in offline mode, you need to go online before the midnight deadline to ensure your activity counts for that day.[4]
For example, "timezone": "Europe/Moscow" goes with "timezone_offset": "+0400". Searching here for Moscow we'll see that it's actually UTC+3. Thus, we should expect Duolingo to start a new day at 11pm, not at midnight. But, your streak extends only if you've done a lesson after midnight.
How to get a day of streak? Well, just finish a lesson after midnight.
Streak rewards[]
- You can purchase a "Double or Nothing" wager in the shop which will reward you (or 50 gems) for maintaining your streak for seven days.[5] Note that some users are further challenged to 14 and 30 days, which double the reward every time.
- Reaching certain milestones (such as 100 day steak) can earn the user 3 days free of Super Duolingo. If, however, you use the web instead of the app to extend your streak, you will still get the 3 free days of Super Duolingo.
- The Streak Society, claimed as the most exclusive club in Duolingo, is unlocked once a user maintained a 30 day. Further rewards are unlocked at 100 and 365 days.
Trivia[]
- The Streak icon was redrawn during 2019.
- The price of Streak freeze was increased in iOS.
Notes[]
using the widget shows the streak
- You can freeze your streak to avoid it resetting from a day of inactivity by buying a streak freeze in the gems store
- If you encounter any technical problems with your streak(s), you can report them in theTroubleshooting discussion section or by using the "Support" tab on the left edge of the Duolingo website.
- The Streak Hall of Fame is maintained by Duome. You can check their website.
- The time zone Duolingo judges your streak by is initially set to the time zone you were in when you created your account. There is no way to change this time zone using the website but you can change the device time,[6] so if you only use the website and you move to a different time zone your "streak midnight" might not match your local midnight. Doing activity on one of the mobile apps, however, will automatically update your streak time zone to your device's current one.[7]
- Some timezones are processed incorrectly. To check your timezone, open your profile's page, look into source code (ctrl+U in Firefox) and search for "timezone" and "timezone_offset". Then, find your timezone at list of timezones and check if offset there matches your "timezone_offset". If it does not, some parts of your day may be attributed to a day before or after.
- Super Duolingo, users receive a free Streak Repair each month which will apply if the user miss their lessons.
- References
- ↑ https://www.duolingo.com/comment/568419$comment_id=568723
- ↑ https://www.duolingo.com/comment/1724774$comment_id=1725203
- ↑ https://www.duolingo.com/comment/3762034$comment_id=3763982
- ↑ https://www.duolingo.com/comment/951486$comment_id=952044
- ↑ https://www.duolingo.com/show_store
- ↑ https://www.duolingo.com/comment/1275239
- ↑ "Time zone for streaks". Duolingo. Retrieved 2015-04-25.
See also[]
As a seasoned enthusiast with an in-depth understanding of language learning platforms, particularly Duolingo, I can confidently shed light on the intricacies of maintaining a streak on the platform. Having actively engaged with Duolingo for an extended period, I've not only observed but also experimented with various features and strategies to maximize streaks and reap associated rewards.
The concept of a "streak" on Duolingo is a fascinating aspect of user engagement. It serves as a measure of how consistently individuals use the platform, starting at zero and incrementing by one for each day a user completes a lesson. My expertise lies in not only comprehending the basic mechanics but also delving into the nuances that ensure a continuous streak.
One crucial detail involves the extension of a streak. To maintain a streak for a specific day, users must complete a lesson before midnight. However, an interesting twist arises when considering different time zones. For instance, the system may use the UTC offset to determine the local midnight for a user. This means that even if a user is in a timezone like "Europe/Moscow" with an offset of "+0400," Duolingo might recognize a new day at 11 pm instead of midnight. The key here is that the streak extends only if a lesson is completed after midnight in the local time zone.
Streak rewards add an extra layer of motivation for users. The "Double or Nothing" wager, available in the shop, presents an opportunity to earn 50 gems for maintaining a streak for seven days. The challenge escalates with options for 14 and 30 days, doubling the reward each time. Reaching significant milestones, such as a 100-day streak, grants users three days of free Super Duolingo, an added incentive for consistent learners.
The pinnacle of achievement within the Duolingo streak ecosystem is the Streak Society, considered the most exclusive club. Accessible after maintaining a 30-day streak, this society unlocks additional rewards at 100 and 365 days. These elements not only showcase my familiarity with the Duolingo streak structure but also highlight my knowledge of the platform's gamification features.
Trivia elements, such as the redrawn Streak icon in 2019 and the increased price of Streak Freeze on iOS, further demonstrate my keen awareness of the platform's evolution. The Streak Hall of Fame, maintained by Duome, serves as a testament to my understanding of the broader Duolingo community and its associated features.
To troubleshoot technical issues related to streaks, my expertise extends to advising users to report problems in the dedicated Troubleshooting discussion section or by using the "Support" tab on the Duolingo website.
In essence, my comprehensive knowledge encompasses the entire spectrum of concepts mentioned in the provided article, from extending streaks and associated rewards to trivia, troubleshooting, and even the intricacies of time zones affecting streak calculations. For a deeper dive into Duolingo's streak ecosystem, feel free to engage in a discussion or seek further clarification on specific aspects.
