Deaf educators
PocketSign uses input from Deaf educators who bring lived language experience, classroom judgment, and cultural context to ASL learning.
ASL practice that is easy to start and easy to return to.
PocketSign helps people learn American Sign Language through short lessons, a searchable video dictionary, alphabet and fingerspelling practice, flash cards, and progress-friendly review.
Built with care
Learning shaped by people who know ASL.
We build PocketSign with a mix of Deaf educators, qualified sign language interpreters, and contributors with university education so learners get clear practice grounded in real ASL knowledge.
Credentialed interpreters
Qualified sign language interpreters with professional credentials help review signs, clarity, and learner-friendly explanations.
University education
Contributors with university education in ASL, interpreting, linguistics, or education-related fields support our learning materials.
Our Mission
PocketSign exists to make ASL practice more accessible for beginners, families, students, teachers, and anyone who wants a quick way to look up and review signs. The goal is practical learning: watch, repeat, search, and keep building useful vocabulary.
How PocketSign Helps
Video-first learning
ASL is visual, so PocketSign centers lessons and dictionary entries around sign videos, clear descriptions, and repeatable practice.
Fast sign lookup
The ASL dictionary helps learners find a sign quickly, then continue into related signs and useful categories.
Practice over time
Lessons, flash cards, rewards, and review tools are designed to make repeated practice feel simple and approachable.
Respectful learning
PocketSign is a study companion. Learners should also seek Deaf-led instruction, community practice, and real conversation.
A Note on ASL and Deaf Culture
ASL is a complete language with its own grammar and cultural context. PocketSign can support vocabulary practice and review, but it should not be the only place you learn. When you can, learn from Deaf teachers, attend local classes or events, and practice with people who use ASL in everyday life.