8 Ranking Factors
Response Speed
25%Fast responders rank higher. Tutors who reply to booking requests within 2 hours get a significant visibility boost.
Lesson Completion Rate
20%Reliable tutors earn trust. Consistently completing lessons without cancellations signals dependability to learners.
Review Score
15%Learner feedback matters. Higher average ratings from verified learners directly improve your search position.
Repeat Learner Rate
15%Students who return validate quality. A high percentage of repeat bookings proves ongoing value.
Profile Completeness
10%Complete profiles rank higher. Bio, specialties, pricing, and a profile photo all contribute to your score.
Verification Status
5%Badges boost visibility. Identity verification, background checks, and certifications add trust signals.
Cancellation Rate
5%Low cancellations preferred. Tutors with fewer last-minute cancellations are promoted in search results.
Platform Engagement
5%Active tutors get promoted. Regularly updating your profile, responding to messages, and participating in the community helps.
Fairness Principles
No Paid Rankings
Tutors cannot pay to appear higher in search results. Rankings are earned through teaching quality and learner satisfaction.
No Favoritism
Platform staff, early adopters, and partners follow the same rules. No tutor gets special treatment.
Algorithm Applies Equally
Every tutor is scored by the same 8 factors with the same weights. New tutors get a fair discovery period.
Anti-Spam Policy
Reviews are moderated. Every review is checked for authenticity before it impacts a tutor's score.
Fake reviews detected. Our system flags suspicious patterns such as repeated IP addresses, unusually rapid reviews, and coordinated review campaigns.
Manipulation flagged. Tutors who attempt to manipulate their rankings through fake bookings or review swapping receive warnings and potential suspension.
Moderation
Quality standards enforced. All tutors must meet minimum profile quality and lesson delivery standards.
Low-performing tutors coached. Before any action is taken, tutors with declining scores receive personalized recommendations and support.
Repeat offenders removed. Tutors who consistently violate platform policies or fail to meet standards may be removed to protect learners.
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