OpenClassrooms — full review and pricing

Quick facts. OpenClassrooms is operated by OpenClassrooms SAS, headquartered in Paris, France, with the brand established in 2007 (rebranded from Site du Zéro in 2013). The operator is privately held; majority stake acquired by General Atlantic in 2018. OpenClassrooms positions itself as a French online learning platform issuing state-recognized degrees competing with Coursera and OpenStudy, billed via the tier structure detailed below.

OpenClassrooms markets a skills & courses subscription targeted at users who want a fully-managed product without piecing it together themselves. The pricing snapshot below pulls Subger's live tracker, so anchor prices stay current as OpenClassrooms adjusts published rates. The rest of this page details the operator, current tiers, feature coverage, support reach and 10 short FAQs. For the canonical reference, you can always cross-check the vendor's own pricing page — but expect the figures here to mirror it within the cache window.

Operator background

OpenClassrooms runs under OpenClassrooms SAS, headquartered in Paris, France. The product was established in 2007 (rebranded from Site du Zéro in 2013), and the company is currently privately held; majority stake acquired by General Atlantic in 2018. OpenClassrooms sits in the skills & courses category and competes for the same recurring spend as nearby skills & courses brands on this site. See related coverage in /en/us/promo and /en/us/deal for cross-brand context.

Headquarters and corporate status

• Legal entity: OpenClassrooms SAS
• HQ: Paris, France
• Founded / launched: 2007 (rebranded from Site du Zéro in 2013)
• Ownership: privately held; majority stake acquired by General Atlantic in 2018

The operator's corporate status determines who you contract with at checkout — typically the legal entity above, even if billing goes through a regional reseller.

Why OpenClassrooms matters in skills & courses

OpenClassrooms positions itself as a French online learning platform issuing state-recognized degrees competing with Coursera and OpenStudy. The 2024-2025 differentiator: 2024 expansion of AI-mentored learning paths and partnerships with Capgemini and Accenture for apprentice hiring.

Pricing and tier structure

Current tier structure: Free with ads; Premium Solo (~€20/mo) for project review; full Bachelor/Master paths €300-€600/mo apprenticeship-funded. The anchor price referenced for headline comparison is Premium Solo ~€20/mo; degree paths ~€7,000+ recognized by French state.

Plan grid

What changes between tiers

Higher tiers typically unlock larger allowances, additional household members or extra premium content; entry tiers exist for trial usage. Live prices in the Subger plan tracker override these anchors when OpenClassrooms adjusts published rates.

Recent pricing context (2024-2025)

2024 expansion of AI-mentored learning paths and partnerships with Capgemini and Accenture for apprentice hiring. Annual commitments commonly trim 10-20% off the headline monthly rate; check the live grid above before purchase.

Feature coverage

OpenClassrooms ships with the following named capabilities relevant to skills & courses:

• Mentor-led project paths
• State-recognized French bachelor and master diplomas
• Apprenticeship (alternance) financing
• English and French course tracks
• LinkedIn-integrated certificates

Feature matrix

Platform and device reach

Coverage spans the operator's published device list — typically modern iOS and Android plus a web client; some categories add desktop apps, smart-TV apps or vehicle integrations where relevant. Check the vendor's "Supported devices" page if you depend on a less common platform.

Catalog and learning paths

Course catalog covers structured paths, project-based assignments, instructor-led cohorts and self-paced video lessons.

What this means for buyers

The category-specific behaviour above is the single biggest factor when comparing OpenClassrooms against alternatives in the same skills & courses bracket. Buyers who care about the feature mix detailed here will typically rank OpenClassrooms higher than buyers focused on price alone.

Support, billing and account management

OpenClassrooms offers customer support through the operator's standard channels — typically an in-app help centre, email contact and (for paid tiers) live chat or phone support during business hours.

Cancellation and refunds

You can cancel OpenClassrooms directly from the account dashboard. Refund policy follows the operator's published terms; many skills & courses services prorate or do not refund partial periods after the renewal date. See the cancel guide hub for the standard cancellation workflow.

Free trials and money-back

Free trials, money-back windows and intro pricing vary by tier and country. Anchor: Premium Solo ~€20/mo; degree paths ~€7,000+ recognized by French state.

Comparison context

In the skills & courses category, OpenClassrooms competes with nearby brands you can browse via /en/us/compare. Buyers commonly look at OpenClassrooms alongside two or three peers before committing — the side-by-side compare table on this site lets you stack feature coverage and price in one view.

When OpenClassrooms is the right pick

• You want a French online learning platform issuing state-recognized degrees competing with Coursera and OpenStudy and the feature mix listed above
• The anchor price (Premium Solo ~€20/mo; degree paths ~€7,000+ recognized by French state) fits the budget
• The operator's footprint covers your country

When to look elsewhere

• You need a specific feature OpenClassrooms does not list
• You are in a country outside the operator's main footprint
• The 2024-2025 differentiator (2024 expansion of AI-mentored learning paths and partnerships with Capgemini and Accenture for apprentice hiring) is not relevant to your use case

Frequently asked questions

What is OpenClassrooms?

OpenClassrooms is a skills & courses subscription operated by OpenClassrooms SAS out of Paris, France, established in 2007 (rebranded from Site du Zéro in 2013). It is currently privately held; majority stake acquired by General Atlantic in 2018.

How much does OpenClassrooms cost?

Current tier structure: Free with ads; Premium Solo (~€20/mo) for project review; full Bachelor/Master paths €300-€600/mo apprenticeship-funded. Anchor headline price: Premium Solo ~€20/mo; degree paths ~€7,000+ recognized by French state. See the pricing table above for the live grid.

Who owns OpenClassrooms?

The brand is owned and operated by OpenClassrooms SAS. Corporate status: privately held; majority stake acquired by General Atlantic in 2018.

Where is OpenClassrooms available?

OpenClassrooms operates from Paris, France with country availability tied to the operator's footprint and licensing reach. Cross-check the vendor's region list before subscribing if you travel often.

Can I cancel OpenClassrooms any time?

Yes — cancellation runs through the operator's account dashboard. See the cancel guide hub for the standard workflow and country-specific notes.

Does OpenClassrooms offer a free trial?

Free-trial availability varies by tier and country. The anchor price (Premium Solo ~€20/mo; degree paths ~€7,000+ recognized by French state) is the post-trial headline rate; trials, when offered, run 7 to 30 days depending on promo.

What payment methods does OpenClassrooms accept?

Payment methods follow the operator's checkout — typically major cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) plus locally-relevant alternatives like Apple Pay, Google Pay or country-specific wallets.

Is OpenClassrooms worth it in 2025?

OpenClassrooms's 2025 value depends on the feature mix you actually use. The 2024-2025 update — 2024 expansion of AI-mentored learning paths and partnerships with Capgemini and Accenture for apprentice hiring — is the single most relevant signal for current-year buyers.

How is OpenClassrooms different from competitors?

OpenClassrooms differentiates as a French online learning platform issuing state-recognized degrees competing with Coursera and OpenStudy. The operator background, founding year (2007 (rebranded from Site du Zéro in 2013)) and 2024-2025 update give buyers a sense of where the brand sits versus alternatives.

Where can I track OpenClassrooms pricing changes?

Subger's live tracker updates the anchor price (Premium Solo ~€20/mo; degree paths ~€7,000+ recognized by French state) automatically when OpenClassrooms adjusts published rates. Bookmark the Subger OpenClassrooms page and check the pricing table above.

Sources and updates

Operator + tier + ownership facts compiled from public vendor disclosures, press releases and regulatory filings current to 2024-2025. Anchor price: Premium Solo ~€20/mo; degree paths ~€7,000+ recognized by French state. Last refreshed at the timestamp in Subger's plan tracker.

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