Question 1

What is Braintiq?

Accepted Answer

Braintiq is a free AI-powered study companion built for South African university and TVET college students. It offers AI tutoring for every subject, smart flashcard generation, a Pomodoro focus timer, grade tracker and GPA calculator, study planner, AI writing assistant, note taking, habit tracker, and a gamified XP achievement system — all in one web app.

Question 2

Is Braintiq free for students?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Braintiq is completely free for students to use. Create an account with any email address and start using all features instantly. No credit card required and no institution affiliation needed.

Question 3

Which South African universities and colleges is Braintiq for?

Accepted Answer

Braintiq is built for all South African university and TVET college students — including UCT, Wits, UJ, UP, Unisa, NWU, DUT, MUT, TUT, CPUT, WSU, RU, UFH, UL, UniZulu and all 50 TVET colleges. Any student with an email address can sign up.

Question 4

What subjects can Braintiq's AI tutor help with?

Accepted Answer

All subjects. Braintiq's AI tutor covers Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Accounting, Law, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, History, English, and every other NQF level 5–10 university or TVET subject. Just type your question and get a detailed, step-by-step answer.

Question 5

Does Braintiq work on mobile phones?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Braintiq is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works on any Android or iPhone. You can install it on your home screen from your browser for a native app experience with offline support for flashcards and notes.

Question 6

How do Braintiq's smart flashcards work?

Accepted Answer

Braintiq's AI generates flashcards from any topic, subject, or notes you provide. The built-in spaced repetition system schedules cards based on how well you know them — so you spend more time on what you don't know and less on what you do. You can also create your own cards manually.