Riwayah is a mobile platform that connects students with vetted Quran teachers for live, one-on-one recitation sessions, combining real-time instruction with tools for daily practice. The app includes a Madinah Mushaf reader, unlimited teacher messaging, and assigned homework to support learning between sessions. Starting at $14.99 per month, it offers two live 30-minute sessions, with the first class free.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Access to qualified Quran teachers is often limited by geography, making it difficult for students worldwide to receive personalized, live recitation instruction. Many learners lack consistent feedback and structured guidance, which slows progress and weakens the traditional teacher-student transmission of Quranic knowledge.
Solution
Riwayah provides a dedicated platform that pairs students with hand-picked, vetted Quran teachers for live one-on-one sessions, delivered via iOS and Android apps. Beyond live classes, the platform surrounds learners with a complete practice ecosystem: a page-faithful Madinah Mushaf reader, in-app recitation feedback, unlimited messaging with their teacher, and assigned homework to maintain momentum. This integrated approach ensures students receive continuous guidance and accountability, preserving the authentic riwayah method of learning while making it accessible anywhere.
Target Audience
Primary users are Muslims worldwide, from beginners to advanced students, who seek structured, personalized Quran learning with a qualified teacher, regardless of their location.
Features
- Live 1-on-1 video sessions with hand-matched, vetted teachers for personalized recitation correction
- Page-faithful Madinah Mushaf reader for self-practice of any surah or ayah
- In-app recitation feedback and assigned homework to refine tajweed between sessions
- Unlimited direct messaging with the teacher for questions and support anytime
- Streak tracking and goal-setting features to encourage daily, consistent practice