The largest language tutoring marketplace, with professional teachers and community tutors across 150+ languages. Teachers set their own rates and schedules.
italki is a language tutoring marketplace where anyone can register to start earning, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are 21% on single lessons, 15-19% on packages, 30% on group classes, trial lessons commission-free, the minimum payout is $30 and you can withdraw via PayPal, Payoneer, Hyperwallet and Bank transfer via Payoneer. Founded in 2007, italki is based in Hong Kong. It is available worldwide.
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What people actually earn on italki
Figures published by italki or by independent studies and surveys, as dated. Individual earnings vary widely.
Can I join italki?
Apply on a computer, decision within 10 business days, need native or C2 level, Professional Teacher status also needs a teaching certificate.
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How italki compares
- At 15%–30%, italki sits near the middle — the median fee across the 8 tutoring platforms we track that charge a percentage is 22.5%.
- italki is the only one of the 31 tutoring platforms we track that pays out via Hyperwallet.
- Founded in 2007, italki has been running for about 19 years — longer than 29 of the 38 tutoring platforms we track with a known launch year.
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Is italki legit?
italki is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2007 (19 years)
- Headquartered in Hong Kong
- Has a Wikipedia article
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Frequently asked questions
How much does italki charge?
italki fees: 21% on single lessons, 15-19% on packages, 30% on group classes, trial lessons commission-free. On a $100 payment that leaves you about $70–$85, before withdrawal or conversion costs.
How do you get paid on italki?
italki pays out via PayPal, Payoneer, Hyperwallet and Bank transfer via Payoneer. Minimum payout: $30.
Which countries is italki available in?
Worldwide.
How much do people earn on italki?
italki had about 5,000 teachers and more than 3 million users from 100+ countries as of July 2017, per Wikipedia (dated figure, no newer official data found). Individual earnings vary widely.
Is italki legit?
Yes, italki is a real, operating platform: operating since 2007 (19 years), headquartered in Hong Kong and has a Wikipedia article. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best italki alternatives?
Similar platforms include Vedantu, GoStudent, MyTutor and Preply. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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