Where Does Brainscape Store Flashcard Decks?
Brainscape account synced decks with offline downloads on mobile.
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Brainscape keeps decks, study progress, confidence ratings and marketplace purchases on the account with per deck downloads in app storage for offline study. Certified and user decks share one shelf.
Study algorithms run on synced progress, so streaks and mastery survive device changes on login. Downloads are per device convenience. Reinstalls restore the collection instantly while deck files refetch.
Where Brainscape stores this, by platform
App-private storage (decks downloaded in-app; progress on account)
Download decks for offline sessions. Pro unlocks advanced stats and unlimited premium decks. Clearing app data drops downloads; progress returns on sign in.
App sandbox (decks downloaded in-app; progress on account)
Same model on iPhone and iPad. Deleting the app clears cached decks while study progress persists. Web study mirrors the identical account.
Frequently asked questions
does Brainscape study progress sync across devices
Yes on the same account. Confidence ratings and session history merge on login. Download decks per device for offline; progress never depends on the downloads.
can I study Brainscape decks offline
Downloaded decks open fully offline with progress queuing for sync. New marketplace decks and account changes need connectivity.
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