GALWAY, IRELAND – November 2025
Alison, the free online learning platform, surpassed over 2 million live installs of its mobile app in July, with the number continuing to climb through Q3 2025. Available on both Android and iOS, the Alison App offers learners across the globe seamless access to thousands of certified courses, anytime, anywhere.
App Growth and Global Learning Access
The Alison App has seen over 220,000 downloads for the month of October itself, with live installs reaching over 2 million. The growth in active engagement underscores its relevance to modern lifestyles. By delivering certified learning opportunities both on and offline, the Alison App gives users the power to download a course and continue it without internet access, an essential feature for those in areas with limited connectivity. The platform also provides personalised learning paths, enabling learners to tailor their education based on personal goals, job market trends, or industry standards. New updates include the option to set study reminders and testimonials from other learners.
Empowering Learners Through Professional Development Courses
From healthcare to IT, sustainability to business, learners using the Alison App are accessing free online courses that translate into employment, advancement, and confidence.
By removing barriers to entry, with no fees, no subscription, and no pressure, Alison enables anyone, anywhere to build knowledge at their own pace. This level of accessibility is especially valuable for students in underserved regions, professionals in career transitions, and lifelong learners striving to stay competitive.
“Achieving two million live installs is a landmark moment for the app and shows that recent improvements have hit the mark,” said Alison CEO Mike Feerick. “We’re proving that free education can scale globally without compromising on quality. The Alison App makes it easier than ever to fit learning into your life, whether you're commuting, working, or offline.”
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About Alison
Alison is a global leader in free online learning and skills development. With over 50 million registered learners across 193 countries (as of October 2025), Alison empowers individuals, communities, and organisations to upskill quickly and effectively — at zero cost.
The Alison platform provides immediate access to over 6,000 free, CPD-accredited courses, covering essential areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Business Operations, Healthcare, and Sustainability. Courses are created by a mix of independent experts and global leaders, including IBM, Stanford, and Microsoft.
For organisations, Alison offers a Free Learning Management System (LMS), enabling unlimited learners to access thousands of courses with no upfront cost. A premium version with advanced analytics and customisation is also available. Alison's offering includes a full suite of assessments and psychometric tools, including a Workforce Personality Assessment, Mental Health & Wellbeing, English Language Proficiency, Numeracy, as well as Verbal and Abstract Reasoning tests.
To further support career development, learners also gain access to a Career Guide, Resumé Builder, and the ability to study offline through the Alison App.
In 2025, Alison is launching a Global Recruitment Service to connect employers directly with skilled, motivated learners. The platform is also expanding its reach with multilingual versions, starting with full Spanish, French, and Hindi offerings — reaffirming its mission to make education accessible to anyone, anywhere.
Founded in 2007, Alison pioneered the concept of free, large-scale online learning and is recognised as the world’s first MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) platform. Today, its mission continues: to break down barriers to learning, helping people gain skills, build confidence, and improve their lives — no matter where they live or what they earn.
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