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Instantly understand Chinese characters while reading. Get Pinyin, definitions, HSK levels, and AI pronunciation without leaving your current page. Ideal for learners of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
What's New in Hanzi Popup
1.15
October 18, 2026
New in 1.15 - Discover: browse Chinese videos, podcasts and sites by level, follow channels for new episodes, and open everything in the reader with tap-to-define and subtitles. - Podcast transcripts follow the audio: tap a word to look it up, or a line to jump there. - Words in Images: tap Chinese text inside pictures on web pages. - Shorter HSK review of the words you're learning, with a daily goal and streak. - Handwriting input in the dictionary. - Saved words keep the sentence they came from. - Hide pinyin over words you know, and see how much of each item you already know. - One theme for every reader, a read-aloud player in the toolbar, and a reflowed text mode for PDFs. - Simpler Settings, better VoiceOver and Dynamic Type support. - The Safari extension follows your app settings. - Smoother scrolling and many bug fixes.
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FAQ
What is Hanzi Popup?
Hanzi Popup is a Chinese popup dictionary that provides instant definitions, Pinyin, HSK levels, and AI pronunciation for any Chinese character you tap while reading. It works as a Safari extension or within its built-in browser.
Does Hanzi Popup have ads?
No, Hanzi Popup does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted learning experience.
How does Hanzi Popup help with HSK studies?
Hanzi Popup supports HSK studies by allowing you to set a target HSK level, color-code characters by proficiency, and add Pinyin annotations. You can also underline words to focus your study and save words for flashcard review.
What devices does Hanzi Popup support?
Hanzi Popup is available for iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible for users on Apple's mobile platforms.
What languages are supported for definitions in Hanzi Popup?
Hanzi Popup supports definition translations in over 20 languages, including English, French, Spanish, Japanese, and Arabic, allowing for a personalized learning experience.
How often is Hanzi Popup updated?
The latest version of Hanzi Popup is 1.13, and it was last updated on July 8, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.
What is the age rating for Hanzi Popup?
Hanzi Popup has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger learners and adults.
Can I export words from Hanzi Popup?
Yes, Hanzi Popup allows you to save words automatically or manually, organize them into folders, and export them to Anki for flashcard review, enhancing your vocabulary retention.







