Skyeng
A Russian online English-language school with tutoring and an app.
Skyeng at a glance
Skyeng is an education website and one of the most visited sites in Russia, currently ranked #194 in the country. It was founded in 2012 by Georgy Solovyov, Konstantin Sidorenko and is headquartered in Moscow, Russia. Today Skyeng is owned by Skyeng. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 8 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through course fees, subscriptions. Its closest rivals include foxford.ru, skillbox.ru, yandex.ru.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 7.5 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 7.8 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 8 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 8.5 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Organic search44%
- Direct36%
- Referral10%
- Social6%
- Paid4%
Audience & demographics
- Women51%
- Men49%
- Age 18-2434%
- Age 25-3427%
- Age 35-4419%
The audience is concentrated in Russia, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Russia86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 2.4 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Russia
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| skyeng | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| exam results | Top 10 | High | — |
| past papers | Top 10 | High | — |
| online courses | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Russia web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 66% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading education apps in Russia
Company information
- Website
- skyeng.ru
- Sector
- Education
- Owner
- Skyeng
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founders
- Georgy Solovyov, Konstantin Sidorenko
- Founded
- 2012
- Headquarters
- Moscow, Russia
- Employees
- 2,000+
- Ownership
- Skyeng controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $200 million annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- Russian
- Top traffic sources
- organic search, direct, referral
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $200 million annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Skyeng operates an education platform focused on Russia. A Russian online English-language school with tutoring and an app. Revenue comes mainly from course fees, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Course fees
- Subscriptions
Products & services
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International presence
- Primary market
- Russia
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Russia)
- #194 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading education site in Russia
- Global rank
- 6000
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| foxford.ru | ≈ 4.8 million / month | #195 class competitor | — |
| skillbox.ru | ≈ 3.6 million / month | #196 class competitor | — |
| yandex.ru | ≈ 2.4 million / month | #197 class competitor | — |
What is Skyeng?
Skyeng (skyeng.ru) is an education platform serving users in Russia. A Russian online English-language school with tutoring and an app. It ranks #194 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the education category.
Who owns Skyeng?
The site is operated by Skyeng, founded by Georgy Solovyov, Konstantin Sidorenko. The company was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Moscow, Russia. It employs around 2,000+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Skyeng at roughly 8 million visits per month, about 0.3 million per day. Around 66% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 5.2 pages per visit with an average session of 9 min.
How Skyeng makes money
Revenue comes primarily from course fees, alongside subscriptions.
Competitors in Russia
Its closest rivals include foxford.ru, skillbox.ru, yandex.ru.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2012
Skyeng is founded in Moscow, Russia.
- Growth phase
Expands its education offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #194 among the most visited websites in Russia.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Free or low-cost access to study material
- Content aligned with the national curriculum
- Works on low-end devices
- Exam and result services in one place
Cons
- Peak-period slowdowns around exam dates
- Uneven content quality between subjects
- Limited personalised feedback
- Some features locked behind subscriptions
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Skyeng?
Skyeng is operated by Skyeng. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Skyeng headquartered?
Skyeng is headquartered in Moscow, Russia.
When was Skyeng founded?
Skyeng was founded in 2012 by Georgy Solovyov, Konstantin Sidorenko.
How many employees does Skyeng have?
Skyeng employs approximately 2,000+ people.
What is Skyeng's revenue?
Skyeng's revenue: ≈ $200 million annual revenue (est.).
Who are Skyeng's competitors?
Main competitors in Russia include foxford.ru, skillbox.ru, yandex.ru.
How does Skyeng make money?
Mainly course fees, subscriptions.
Is Skyeng publicly traded?
No — Skyeng is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Skyeng.
How many visitors does Skyeng get?
Third-party estimates place Skyeng at roughly 8 million visits per month, mostly from Russia, with 66% mobile traffic.
Is Skyeng safe?
Skyeng is an established education site founded in 2012 and ranked #194 in Russia; use the official domain skyeng.ru and HTTPS.
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Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsskyeng.ru
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageRussia and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
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Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos