Getting Started — Accessing the App
Accessing the app
- Open your web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge…)
- Enter the app URL in the address bar
- The Racines home page appears
💡 Tip: Bookmark the URL or save it to your favourites. For even faster access, install the app on your home screen.
The home page
When you arrive on the home page, you will see:
1. The search bar
At the top of the page, a search bar lets you filter available languages by name. It is useful when multiple languages are available.
2. The language list
Each language is displayed as a card showing: - The name of the language (e.g. "Pular") - A distinctive colour - A representative icon or silhouette - A status badge: - 🔒 Locked: you need to enter an access code to access it - ✅ Unlocked: you have already entered the code and the content is accessible
3. Global statistics
At the top or bottom of the list, aggregated statistics may appear (total number of available languages, etc.).
Locked vs unlocked language
| State | Visual indicator | What you can do |
|---|---|---|
| 🔒 Locked | Padlock or greyed out | Click to enter the access code |
| ✅ Unlocked | Bright colour, accessible | Go directly to cards and quizzes |
A language remains unlocked indefinitely on the device where you activated it. If you switch devices or clear your browser cache, you will need to enter the code again.
Requirements
| Need | Detail |
|---|---|
| Internet connection | Required for first use (unlocking + downloading) |
| Access code | Provided in the Racines game box |
| Storage space | Approximately 5 to 10 MB per language (for offline mode) |
| Recent browser | Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox (2020 version or later) |
First steps (summary)
1. Open the URL → Home page appears
2. Click on the desired language (locked)
3. Enter the access code from your game box
4. The app downloads the content
5. You can start learning!