Questions & answers
Everything a grown-up might want to know.
Is Clevercado really free? +
Yes. Both activities — Picture & Build and Sound & Match — are completely free to play, right now, in any web browser. There are no ads and no in-app purchases interrupting play. As we add more activities in the future, the current phonics games will stay free.
What ages is it for? +
Clevercado is designed for ages 3 to 6 — the years when children first connect sounds to letters. Younger kids enjoy the pictures and sounds; older kids practice building and reading three-letter words on their own.
What does it actually teach? +
The core of early reading: CVC words (consonant-vowel-consonant), like cat, sun, and bug. Picture & Build practices spelling a word from its picture; Sound & Match practices hearing the difference between similar-sounding words. Every letter and word is spoken clearly, sound by sound.
Do I need to create an account? +
No. There's no sign-up, no login, and no email required. Just open it and play. Stars your child earns are saved right on the device.
Does it work without internet? +
The upcoming App Store version works fully offline — everything is built in, so it's perfect for car trips and planes. The free browser version needs a connection to load.
Is it safe for my child? +
Yes — safety is built into the design. There are no ads, no links out to the web, no accounts, and no data collected of any kind. Your child can't wander off to a browser, a store, or social media. See our Privacy Policy for the full details.
Is there an iPhone or iPad app? +
It's on the way! The Clevercado app is coming soon to the App Store. In the meantime, you can play the full experience free in your browser.
Will there be more activities? +
Yes. Phonics is just the first patch of the garden — we're growing toward shapes, early math, and more. Little minds ripen, and so does Clevercado. 🌱