Zishu

Spec sheet

Purpose

Zishu teaches Chinese character handwriting by checking strokes against authentic stroke order data.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Privacy

The privacy policy says Zishu collects no personal data and stores learning data locally on the device.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Support

The maker invites users to email Archer Morrison with ideas, bug reports, or questions at [email protected].Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Analytics and tracking

The privacy policy says the app has no analytics, advertising, or tracking services and works offline once downloaded.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Backup

Users can export their data to a file and import it later; the export happens on the device.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Brush styles

The app includes a calligraphy ink brush, a Classic style, and an Invisible style that hides strokes while writing from memory.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Device requirements

The maker says Zishu requires iOS 15 or later and is for iPhone and iPad.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Languages

The app interface is available in English and Chinese.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Optional tips

The optional tip jar uses Apple’s in-app purchase system, and tipping does not unlock app features.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Practice modes

Learning mode guides each character through tracing, outlining, and writing from memory.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Review

Daily Review uses spaced repetition intervals of 1, 3, 7, 14, 30, and 60 days.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Stroke feedback

Stroke detection is lenient about position and size but checks direction and requires hooks.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Study content

The library includes HSK 1–6 sets, radicals, frequency lists, custom sets, and a built-in dictionary with definitions and pinyin.Read 7 Oct 2026 · zishu.app

Plans and prices

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Where Specifiction places it

• Handwriting Practice Apps#25 of 277.0