How Braintain Works
A learning method built on cognitive science and designed for lasting recall.
The learning flow
From setup to mastery—four simple steps to remember better
Create or join BrainPods
Organize flashcards into learning groups for any subject—vocabulary, science, history, or custom topics.
Train with active recall
See the concept and example first. Recall or guess the meaning before flipping to reveal the answer.
Reinforce with spaced repetition
Cards you master are tracked; harder ones return at the right intervals to strengthen weaker memories.
Watch your progress grow
Mastery levels, streaks, and points keep you motivated without distracting from the core goal: better memory.
Cognitive science behind the approach
Memory benefits from active recall—retrieving information from your mind rather than passive rereading. Braintain centers each session on recall: you think before you see the answer.
Spaced repetition is built in: cards you haven't mastered return at intervals, reinforcing weaker memories. Combining concepts with examples and images creates richer associations, which improves long-term retention.
Why images help
Images add a visual anchor to abstract concepts. When you attach a meaningful image to a word or idea, you form a dual encoding: verbal and visual. This makes the memory more retrievable later.
Braintain lets you add images to your cards. Each time you train, you see the image alongside the concept and example, strengthening the link between the visual cue and the meaning. Over time, the image becomes a quick trigger for recall.
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