Starting should cost $0.
No trial clock, surprise bill, or locked lesson waiting after the introduction. Students should be able to begin without a credit card in the way.
What we mean by free.
No Paywalls
Every course, every lesson, and every feature is accessible without spending a cent. We don't gate content behind subscriptions.
No Freemium Tricks
We don't lure you in with free basics and lock the good stuff. There are no premium tiers or upsells waiting around the corner.
No Hidden Costs
No surprise fees, no credit card required, no free trial that auto-charges.
No Data Selling
We don't monetize your data or bombard you with ads.
How we keep the doors open.
We do not pay for the site by selling attention or learner data. The model is smaller and more human: grants, donations, and people who give their time.
Nonprofit Model
As a nonprofit, we're legally obligated to serve the public good. Our financial structure ensures that profit can never take priority over students.
Volunteer-Powered
LCN is helped along by people who give time to write, review, fix, and explain things clearly.
Community Funded
We rely on grants, donations, and community support rather than subscription fees. This keeps our doors open to everyone regardless of financial background.