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Short lessons for the over-50s, written in plain English. Each one fits in a tea break, and nobody is timing you. No jargon, no waffle.
“You won't break anything.”
House rule №1
Ten-minute lessons
Small steps, real progress
Three easy ways in
See the whole pathWhat will you use it for?
Real everyday jobs, not vague promises. Each guide comes with ready-made prompts you can copy, tweak and try straight away.
See all practical usesWrite a tricky letter
Complaints, condolences, or a note to the council.
Plan a trip
Itineraries, packing lists and places worth a detour.
Trace family history
Turn old records and memories into a family story.
Use up the fridge
Recipe ideas from whatever is left on Thursday.
The Academy: thirty modules to full confidence.
Thirty guided, interactive modules that take you from your first conversation to a graded certificate, with real practice at every step. Pay once and it is yours for life, updates included.
Usually £50, currently half price at £25. Pay once and it is yours for life. No subscription, and we will never rush you.
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Not sure where to start?
Answer a few easy questions and we will map out a personal route through the site. It takes about two minutes.
Take the AI finderStay a step ahead of the scammers
Each week: the latest AI scam to watch and one simple thing to try, in plain English. Free, and we never share your email.
Had a message that does not feel right?
Paste in any text, email or message and we will tell you, in plain English, whether it shows the signs of a scam and what to do next. No sign-up, and we do not save what you paste.
Can you spot the scam?
Ten real messages, one at a time. Decide if each is a scam or genuine, and learn the tells. A fresh mix every week.
Got a question?Ask us anything about AI
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