Help Center
Quick answers to the most common questions from students and tutors on etalki.
For Students
How do I book my first lesson?
Browse the Find Tutors page, filter by language and price, then open a tutor's profile. Click Book Lesson, pick a date and time, and confirm. You'll need to top up your wallet first via the Wallet page.
How do payments work?
You top up your etalki wallet with a single deposit, and individual lessons are deducted from that balance when you book. We never charge your card per-lesson.
Can I cancel a lesson?
Yes — cancellations made at least 24 hours before the lesson are refunded in full to your wallet. Late cancellations may be charged at the tutor's discretion.
What if I'm not happy with a tutor?
If your first lesson with a tutor doesn't go well, contact us within 7 days and we'll review for a refund. You can also leave a rating after every lesson to help other students.
For Tutors
How do I become a tutor?
Visit Become a Tutor and create a tutor account. Complete your profile, set your hourly rate, and submit for review. An admin will approve your application — usually within 2 business days.
How much do tutors earn?
Tutors keep 85% of every lesson fee. etalki takes a 15% platform commission to cover hosting, payment processing, and customer support.
When do I get paid?
Earnings appear in your wallet immediately after a lesson is marked complete. You can request a payout anytime from the Wallet page.
Account & Security
I forgot my password.
Go to the Forgot Password page, enter your email, and we'll send a reset link that expires in 1 hour.
How do I change my email?
Log in, then open Account Settings to update your name, country, and other profile details. To change your email address itself, contact support.
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