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4,178
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.1

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Considering 1,547 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the diverse and high-quality course selection, finding the platform an excellent resource for skill development and creative exploration. Many appreciate the hands-on approach, practical projects, and the ability to learn specific skills quickly without committing to lengthy courses. Reviewers also highlight the helpful and encouraging instructors, who are knowledgeable and make learning accessible for various skill levels. However, some people mentioned difficulties with the website's navigation, struggling to find desired classes or specific content. A few other people also felt that the free trial policy was ruthless, with unexpected automatic renewals and a lack of clear communication regarding upcoming charges.

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Staff

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Subscription

Consumers find subscription experiences to be ambiguous, with many expressing frustration over unexpected... See more

Product

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I love the range of classes that are available for different skill levels. I understand why the videos are broken down into chapters, but I find it quite annoying. It’s like scrolling through the mil... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just completed the class by Cat Coquilette called Design to Shine. It's short, sweet and loaded with absolutely valuable information. Lots of calls to action. Cat provides concise moves on how to or... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I really enjoyed my subscription on skillshare. To be honest I can compare it to other learning platforms and I would say skillshare actually is more Hands-On and they pay attention and implement thei... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There's a lot of classes, some pretty good some less, the diversity and amount of classes make up for the less good ones but you might certainly need to filter the classes to match your level and you... See more

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Skillshare is an online learning community with thousands of classes in design, business, technology and more. The Skillshare community is comprised of over 5 million students and thousands of teachers, from 100+ countries, who come to learn cutting-edge skills, network with peers and discover new opportunities.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There is so much choice

There is so much choice
It’s just making the time to absorb it all

May 26, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Jane,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you appreciate the wide variety of classes available on Skillshare.

We understand it can sometimes feel like there’s so much to choose from — and finding the time to explore everything is part of the journey. We really appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community and hope you continue discovering classes that inspire you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great variety of teaching styles and topics

The site offers a large variety of teachers that gives me a chance to try on different approaches to learning. I am able to actually try out new approaches to doing art without having to commit to a paid class with a new teacher. I have recommended the site to many friends who ask me to suggest classes that they could take.

June 2, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Mary,

Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad to hear that Skillshare gives you the flexibility to explore different teachers and learning approaches without pressure, and to experiment with new art techniques at your own pace.

It’s also wonderful to know you’ve been recommending the platform to friends — that truly means a lot. We appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community and supporting fellow learners along the way!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quality

Quality, amount of info, it is great, and low price for huge value is great as well.

June 1, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Juan,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you find the classes valuable, with strong content and great value for the price.

We appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community and hope you continue enjoying learning with us!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

More Quality, Less Quantity

Sometimes artists should not be teachers. I hate to be critical, the last artist I watched is probably the most wonderful person you will ever meet, but I fell asleep right after lessons started and woke up after. Most of it was frustration with the lack of knowledge or preparedness on their part. It just seemed thrown together, not planned in relation the process. A lot of artists work that way, myself included, but teaching it is different. For the price of subscription, it’s not worth the price, and I’d like to see less quantity of classes and more quality. It matters that they are understandable, can convey step by step instructions and not so much visual emphasis on teacher but the screen/app we want to learn about. I’m just finding a lot of mistakes/missteps that could be edited out better. I don’t know if artists aren’t making much/not putting time into your videos-but in this last one I decided I cannot watch this artist, again, because she was all over the place and trying to correct after the fact. But she did speak English well enough for me to understand, which is why I chose her lesson. There are many positive things about Skillshare and great teachers/lessons; but the majority of my time is trying to find and English speaking one who is easy to follow. If I’m spending all my time doing that in the app, I lose time in production, and less likely to re-subscribe-find a more focused, professional class online through the company who produced the software/app I’m trying to learn.
Thanks for letting me convey my concerns.

May 31, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Susan,

Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed and honest feedback — we really appreciate it.

We're sorry to hear that the class you watched didn’t meet your expectations. You’re absolutely right that teaching is a different skill from creating, and when lessons feel unstructured or unclear, it can be frustrating and take away from the learning experience.

We also hear your point about consistency, clarity, and editing. Being able to follow a clear, step-by-step process without having to sift through trial-and-error is important, especially when you’re trying to stay focused and actually produce work.

We’ll make sure your feedback is shared with the team as we continue working with instructors and improving overall class quality and structure. We’re also actively looking at ways to help members more easily find classes that are well-paced, clearly taught, and aligned with their learning goals.

We do appreciate you being part of Skillshare and for also recognizing the strengths in the platform and its teachers. Feedback like yours is genuinely valuable in helping us improve.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good experience

Good experience

May 25, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Rajesham,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you had a good experience with Skillshare.

We appreciate you being part of our community and hope you continue enjoying the classes!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I Enjoyed the Instructor

I enjoyed the instructor, and how he took his time to explain step by step instructions to get the desired results! It was fun and easy!

June 1, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Harriett,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the instructor’s clear, step-by-step teaching style and that it made the learning process fun and easy to follow.

We appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community and hope you continue discovering classes you enjoy!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The classes are detailed and allow a…

The classes are detailed and allow a beginner artist to take the tools they are given and incorporate them moving forward. The teachers are top notch! I also appreciate having the extra class resources to use and refer back to.

May 31, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Marianne,

Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that the classes have helped you build your skills as a beginner artist and given you practical tools to carry forward in your creative journey.

It's also great to know that you've found the teachers and class resources valuable. We love providing learning materials that students can return to whenever they need inspiration or a refresher.

Thank you for being part of the Skillshare community, and we wish you continued success in your artistic growth!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great website! Love everything they’re doing!

Great website, wonderful customer service

March 2, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Jocelyn,

Thank you for your kind words! We're happy to hear that you've had a great experience with both the platform and our customer support team.

We truly appreciate your support and are grateful to have you as part of the Skillshare community. Happy learning!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Check their review policy

I did enjoy short courses on the platform, but lost how to login and forgot I was a subscriber. Then I missed the one email about the refreshed payment and $155 came out for renewal. I quickly applied for a refund but "Unfortunately, this charge was an automatic renewal of your existing membership. Our refund policy does not allow refunds for renewal charges".
Do not subscribe if your inbox is very oversaturated.

May 28, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Jennifer,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the short courses on Skillshare, but we're sorry to learn about the frustration surrounding your renewal.

We understand how disappointing it can be to discover a renewal charge after losing access to your account or missing an email notification. While memberships renew automatically to help ensure uninterrupted access, we recognize that situations like yours can be frustrating.

We appreciate your honest feedback and will share it with our team as we continue looking for ways to improve the member experience and communication around renewals.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was very easy to understand as the…

It was very easy to understand as the teachers were explaining in detail.

May 23, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Meenu,

Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re glad to hear that the classes were easy to understand and that the teachers’ detailed explanations helped make the learning experience enjoyable.

We appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community and wish you all the best on your learning journey!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I love the Quick and easy classes and…

I love the Quick and easy classes and it has been very inspiring 🥰

May 29, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Anne,

Thank you so much for the kind review! We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the quick and easy classes and finding them inspiring.

It's wonderful to know that Skillshare is helping spark your creativity and making learning enjoyable. Thanks for being part of our community, and happy learning!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having a lovely time painting in…

Having a lovely time painting in watercolour. Wish you could pay monthly.

May 22, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Jane,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear you're having a lovely time learning watercolor painting on Skillshare.

We also appreciate your feedback about monthly payment options. Hearing what works best for our members helps us continue improving the experience.

Currently, we don’t offer a monthly subscription plan on our website, but I’ll be sure to share your feedback with our team for future consideration. Hopefully, this is something we can introduce down the line!

In the meantime, here are a few options for you:

- A monthly subscription is available through our mobile apps on the iOS App Store and Google Play. (When you subscribe through the app, your monthly membership gives you full access to Skillshare across all supported devices. You can learn on your computer, learn in the app, and switch between devices whenever it works best for you.)
- If you're from the US, you can purchase gift cards directly from us. Simply follow the link below to make a purchase: Purchase Gift Cards (https://skl.sh/3VZLtGP)

Thanks for being part of the Skillshare community, and we hope you continue enjoying your creative journey with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Much better than Domestika!

Much better than Dimestika!

May 21, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Kate,

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Skillshare has been such a positive learning experience for you.

We’re always working to provide engaging classes, inspiring teachers, and a platform that helps our members keep learning and creating. Thanks for being part of the Skillshare community!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Its soo good

Its soo good

May 29, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Husniddin,

Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying Skillshare.

Your support means a lot to us, and we're excited to continue being part of your learning journey. Happy learning!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Tremendous range of classes

Tremendous range of classes. Some outstanding teachers.

May 22, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Terry,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re happy to hear that you’ve been able to learn animation quickly through Skillshare.

It’s great to know the classes are helping you pick things up in a fast and practical way. We appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community and hope you keep building your skills with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Fatruddi,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re happy to hear that you’ve been able to learn animation quickly through Skillshare.

It’s great to know the classes are helping you pick things up in a fast and practical way. We appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community and hope you keep building your skills with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Certified Sale

May 27, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you’ve had a positive experience overall and appreciate you taking the time to share it.

If there’s anything we can do to make your experience even better, feel free to let us know — we’re always here to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Skillshare is a very good learning tool

Skillshare is an efficient, practical and easy way to obtain knowledge in a large number of learning areas.

May 26, 2026
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Reply from Skillshare

Hi Xiritung,

Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad to hear that you find Skillshare efficient, practical, and easy to use across a wide range of topics.

It means a lot to know the platform is helping make learning more accessible for you, and we appreciate you being part of the Skillshare community!

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