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Free guides and study tips for HSK preparation, written for Chinese learners who want practical advice they can use today.

HSK 3.0: The New 9-Level Chinese Proficiency Standard

Complete guide to the HSK 3.0 nine-level system: what changed from HSK 2.0, official word counts, and how to find your level.

A practical five-step study plan for the HSK test, from finding your current level to tracking progress with free tools.

A curated list of free HSK tools, apps, practice tests, and communities, including everything you need to start studying today.

Plan your HSK exam preparation in minutes: find your level, build a weekly routine, and practice with free HSK 1-9 tools.

Compare HSK old vs new: levels, word counts, certificates, and transition rules. Find out which version to prepare for and how to switch.

Find your Chinese level in minutes.

Check any Chinese text by HSK level.

Practice vocabulary with quick quizzes.

Estimate your total vocabulary size.