EasyA crosses one million downloads on iOS and Android
EasyA, the world’s leading app for Web3 education, has passed a major milestone: more than one million downloads across iOS and Android. The momentum is real and visible, with growing interest from developers and crypto enthusiasts alike. Over 100,000 developers have already engaged with EasyA, using it as a go-to way to learn core blockchain technologies, including Polkadot.
The founders’ vision
Brothers Phil and Dom Kwok launched EasyA in 2020 to give both new and experienced developers a clear, approachable path into major blockchains. Since then, the app has become a practical on-ramp for understanding complex concepts, helping developers move from curiosity to hands-on building. In turn, that learning has translated into deeper participation across the wider blockchain ecosystem.
"Hitting one million downloads underscores just how popular EasyA has become. But it’s not only developers who are loving EasyA. Blockchains do too. Demand for EasyA has absolutely blown us away. We currently have a waitlist of 12 months for new chains looking to launch on EasyA,” said Phil Kwok, CEO and Co-Founder of EasyA.
Learning together, mobile-first
EasyA’s mobile-first approach to Web3 education has drawn comparisons to Duolingo—fast, structured, and rewarding. As one member of the Polkadot community put it, it’s like “Duolingo, but twice as good.” The app isn’t just popular with professional developers. Students at leading universities, including Harvard and Cambridge, credit EasyA with introducing them to Web3 in a way that fits into real life—on the bus, between classes, or late at night when a new challenge drops.
“I tried learning Web3 by going to workshops or online bootcamps but always lost interest quickly. With EasyA, it’s so easy to learn about any chain I want, whenever I want. As soon as a new challenge drops in the app, I’m always one of the first to try and complete it, even if it sometimes means being late to lectures. Oops!” - Alexandra, Harvard junior and proud EasyA community member.
On-the-ground momentum and community energy
EasyA’s impact shows up in person too. At its hackathons, lines form before doors open, as developers gather to ship their ideas and launch startups on-chain. The energy is palpable—more like a concert crowd than a classroom. Recently, a series of EasyA-driven Polkadot hackathons drew around 1,000 developers and sparked the creation of 111 startups on Polkadot. And at major gatherings like the CoinDesk Consensus conference, EasyA brought together more builders than ever before at this flagship blockchain event, catalyzing the launch of over 100 startups.
The alumni results speak for themselves. Many hackathon winners have gone on to raise capital from leading venture firms, turning prototypes into real companies. One standout is Cognition AI, which started at an EasyA hackathon and is now valued at over $2 billion—a clear signal of what’s possible when motivated builders meet the right challenges and community support.
What’s next: funding, founders, and new regions
For Phil and Dom Kwok, one million downloads is a starting line, not a finish. EasyA is preparing to launch its investment fund to back startups emerging from its community—whose startups are collectively valued at over $2.5 billion—and to give founders more of what they need after a hackathon: capital, guidance, and a network. The team is also expanding deeper into Asia, home to a large share of the world’s population and a fast-growing base of Web3 builders. The direction is clear: make Web3 learning and building accessible for everyone, wherever they are.
About EasyA
EasyA is one of Web3’s most widely used learning apps, bringing blockchain education to your phone so you can learn in focused, practical bites. Learners earn rewards as they master new ideas, and the best performers get invited to exclusive in-person hackathons to launch their ventures in hubs like San Francisco, London, and Singapore. Alumni from the EasyA community have launched startups valued at over $2.5 billion and secured funding from notable venture capital firms.
Founded by Phil and Dom Kwok—graduates of leading institutions—EasyA is celebrating more than a million downloads and recognition from Apple as “App of the Day.”
Contact Co-Founder Dominic Kwok EasyA dom@easya.io
Frequently Asked Questions
What milestone did EasyA reach, and why does it matter?
EasyA surpassed one million downloads across iOS and Android. It matters because it reflects real demand from developers and students who want a simple, mobile way to learn Web3—and it signals that the app’s approach is working at scale.
Who started EasyA, and when did it launch?
Brothers Phil and Dom Kwok founded EasyA in 2020. They set out to make complex blockchain topics approachable for both newcomers and seasoned developers, and built a community around learning by doing.
How does EasyA help people learn Web3?
EasyA uses a mobile-first, challenge-based format that lets you learn anytime. You can explore blockchains like Polkadot, earn rewards as you progress, and—if you’re a top performer—get invited to in-person hackathons where many builders launch their first on-chain startups.
What impact has the community had at events and hackathons?
Turnout has been strong. At a series of EasyA-driven Polkadot hackathons, around 1,000 developers participated and 111 startups were created on Polkadot. At major events like CoinDesk Consensus, EasyA gathered more developers than ever before at that conference, helping catalyze over 100 startups.
What’s ahead for EasyA?
EasyA plans to launch an investment fund to support founders coming out of its community—whose startups have a combined value of over $2.5 billion—and to expand further into Asia. The goal is to make it easier for anyone, anywhere, to learn Web3 and turn ideas into working products.
