Question 1

What is ATAR Ninja?

Accepted Answer

A game-style study app for Year 11 and 12 students. Every chapter of eight ATAR subjects (Units 1–4) is turned into short missions, battles and revision, so study feels like levelling up rather than rereading notes.

Question 2

How does it help my results?

Accepted Answer

It replaces passive reading with active recall: answering questions, getting instant feedback and revisiting the topics you got wrong. That is one of the most effective ways to remember content for exams.

Question 3

Which subjects are covered?

Accepted Answer

Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Economics, Accounting, Legal Studies, Business Management and Health & Human Development, Units 1 to 4.

Question 4

Does it replace a tutor or textbook?

Accepted Answer

It complements them. ATAR Ninja keeps you practising between classes and tutoring sessions, and shows exactly which chapters need more work.

Question 5

Is it safe for teenagers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. No ads, no public messaging, private accounts, and a study Tutor with built-in safety guardrails, including links to Kids Helpline and Lifeline if a student needs support.

Question 6

What are Practice Missions?

Accepted Answer

Dojo Missions: 7 quick questions on one chapter in more than 10 question styles, with instant feedback, XP, ranks and streaks. Free includes intro chapters; Pro and Champion unlock every chapter.

Question 7

How does the AI Study Tutor work?

Accepted Answer

The Tutor explains concepts and asks guiding questions to help you work things out yourself. It coaches you rather than just handing over answers.

Question 8

Are there video lessons?

Accepted Answer

Yes, across all subjects. Every Unit 1 Chapter 1 lesson is free for everyone; all other chapter videos are included with Champion.

Question 9

What is a Personal Study Pack?

Accepted Answer

A revision pack built from your own weak areas, for a whole subject or a specific unit or chapter. Free includes 1 sample, Pro 2 per month and Champion unlimited.

Question 10

How does Essay Feedback work?

Accepted Answer

Submit an essay and get rubric-guided coaching on what to improve. It never rewrites your work, and feedback is guidance, not an official mark. Free 1 sample, Pro 2 per month, Champion 10 per month.

Question 11

What are Ninja Scrolls and Mistake Decks?

Accepted Answer

Ninja Scrolls are chapter study notes. Mistake Decks turn your own wrong answers into a focused revision deck. Free 1 sample, Pro 5 per month, Champion unlimited.

Question 12

What is My Notes (Ninja Codex)?

Accepted Answer

Your own private notebook, organised by subject, that you can pin, search, print and listen to. Free 3 notes, Pro and Champion unlimited.

Question 13

What are Mind Maps (Tactical Canvas)?

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A canvas where you drag ideas into place and link them with labelled arrows to see how topics connect. Free 2 maps, Pro and Champion unlimited.

Question 14

What is Listen to Notes (Shadow Audio)?

Accepted Answer

Turns your notes and scrolls into narrated audio for the bus, train or walk. Free 1 session, Pro 15 per month, Champion unlimited.

Question 15

What are Practice Exams?

Accepted Answer

Timed, exam-style papers marked when you submit, with a report showing strengths and gaps. Reports are practice guidance, not official exam marks.

Question 16

What are the elite systems?

Accepted Answer

Ten newer systems that sit around the 10 core study tools: Mission Control, Shadow Memory, SAC Survival Protocol, Shogun Examiner, Shinobi Vision, Echo Sensei, Scroll Forge, Ninja Duel, Guardian Scroll and the Battle Readiness Matrix.

Question 17

What is Mission Control?

Accepted Answer

A personal daily plan on your home page. Choose 10, 15 or 25 minutes and get tasks from your weak topics and due reviews. Included on every plan.

Question 18

What is Shadow Memory?

Accepted Answer

Smart Revision. Questions you miss come back inside your missions after 1, 3, 7, 14 and 30 days until you've mastered them. Included on every plan.

Question 19

What is SAC Survival Protocol?

Accepted Answer

When a SAC is within 14 days, your home page shows a countdown and a day-by-day plan, with a light recap on the day. Included on every plan.

Question 20

What is Shogun Examiner?

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Exam-style marking for written answers with up to three hints. You get one free rewrite to recover marks before the model outline is shown. Free 2 lifetime, Pro 20 a month, Champion unlimited.

Question 21

What is Shinobi Vision?

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Photo Rescue. Photograph a question and get the key idea, step-by-step working and a self-check. Photos are not stored. Free 2 lifetime, Pro 20 a month, Champion unlimited.

Question 22

What is Echo Sensei?

Accepted Answer

A spoken quiz. Each question is read aloud; hold the microphone to answer and get a verdict, a tip and a model answer. Free 2 sessions, Pro 20 a month, Champion unlimited.

Question 23

What is Scroll Forge?

Accepted Answer

Upload a PDF, Word or text file, or paste notes, and get a flashcard deck plus an optional note and mind map. Only upload material you're allowed to use. Free 2 lifetime, Pro 20 a month, Champion unlimited.

Question 24

What is Ninja Duel?

Accepted Answer

Challenge a friend on any chapter. You play 5 questions, share the link, and your friend can play as a guest without an account. Included on every plan.

Question 25

What is Guardian Scroll?

Accepted Answer

A private read-only link for parents showing missions, accuracy, streak and improving topics. It never shows answers, notes or email, and you can revoke it any time. Up to 3 links, every plan.

Question 26

What is the Battle Readiness Matrix?

Accepted Answer

A readiness band for each chapter: Not started, Building, Developing or Exam-ready. It never predicts a score or ATAR. Included on every plan.

Question 27

What are Active Recall Missions?

Accepted Answer

Short missions of 7 questions on one chapter. You answer, get instant feedback and earn XP, building real memory of the content.

Question 28

What are Timed Boss Battles?

Accepted Answer

Timed challenges that build exam pacing. Beat the boss to prove you can answer accurately under time pressure.

Question 29

What question types are there?

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More than 10 interactive styles, including multiple choice, matching, drag-and-drop, card flips and scenario questions, so practice never feels repetitive.

Question 30

What are Squads, Duels and Legend Rank?

Accepted Answer

Study with friends in Squads, challenge them head-to-head in Duels, and climb ranks up to Legend. Ranks are earned through play and can't be bought.

Question 31

What are Dragon Eye and Chrono Sensei?

Accepted Answer

Two of our 3 built-in power-ups (the third is Battle Archives, official past papers and practice sets). Dragon Eye gives a deeper explanation after any answer; Chrono Sensei shows your pacing on every practice exam report.

Question 32

What are Past Papers (Battle Archives)?

Accepted Answer

One of the 3 power-ups: links to official past exams and examiner reports from your state's exam authority, plus timed practice sets in the same style. Included on every plan.

Question 33

How many features does ATAR Ninja have?

Accepted Answer

23 in total: 10 core study tools (Practice Missions, Practice Exams, Video Lessons, Ask Tutor, Ninja Codex, Tactical Canvas, Ninja Scrolls, Shadow Audio, Personal Study Packs and Essay Feedback), 3 power-ups (Dragon Eye, Chrono Sensei and Battle Archives) and 10 elite systems.

Question 34

How much does ATAR Ninja cost?

Accepted Answer

Free is $0 with no credit card. Pro is $14 per month or $140 per school year. Champion is $25 per month or $250 per school year. See the pricing page for current offers.

Question 35

What's the difference between Free, Pro and Champion?

Accepted Answer

Free lets you try every core feature with samples. Pro gives full game access and more monthly allowances. Champion adds chapter videos, full practice exams and the highest allowances.

Question 36

Is there a discount for Legend rank?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Students who reach Legend rank get 40% off Champion.

Question 37

Can I cancel anytime?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Cancel from your Account page and you won't be billed again. Access continues until the end of the period you've paid for.

Question 38

Can I use a promo code?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tap the promo code button on the homepage or enter it after signing in.

Question 39

Do you offer refunds?

Accepted Answer

Subscriptions and passes aren't refundable once purchased, except where required by Australian Consumer Law, for duplicate charges, or for accidental purchases reported within 24 hours without meaningful use.

Question 40

How do I request a refund?

Accepted Answer

Email support@atarninja.com from your account email with the purchase date and reason. We aim to reply within 5 business days.

Question 41

How long does an approved refund take?

Accepted Answer

Refunds go back to your original payment method and can take a few extra business days to show on your statement.

Question 42

How do I contact support?

Accepted Answer

Email support@atarninja.com or use the contact page. We usually reply within one business day.

Frequently asked questions

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