Frequently Asked
Questions

HerStock is a decision-making platform built to teach you how to think about money, risk, and investing - so you can make confident choices that feel right for you. It's not about giving you a formula to copy. It's about building your own intuition through real practice, clear explanations, and a judgment - free AI guide called HerGuide who's there to answer every question, no matter how simple. We combine courses, live mock trading (with real-time stock prices), and conversational AI support to give you the space and structure to actually learn - not just consume tips.

No. HerStock does not hold your money, place trades, or act as a broker. We don't recommend specific stocks, cryptocurrencies, or investments. We're an education and practice platform. Our mock trading simulator uses real stock prices to give you realistic practice, but everything you do here is virtual - no real money is involved, and you can reset your portfolio any time. If you decide to invest for real, you'll do that through an actual brokerage. We just teach you the skills to do it with confidence.

Because tips outsource responsibility. We don't believe confidence comes from copying someone else's moves - it comes from understanding how to evaluate risk, read context, and make decisions that align with your own goals. Stock tips also shift accountability away from you. If a tip fails, who's responsible? If it works, do you know why? Either way, you're left no better equipped for the next decision. We teach principles, not picks. So you can choose for yourself - and actually understand what you're doing.

No — and that’s by design. We believe real confidence isn’t built by handing your power to someone else. Plus legally, we can't do that anyway. What we offer instead is something far more valuable: clarity. A structured learning path. A safe space to practice without fear or pressure. AI-powered guidance that helps you understand why a decision makes sense — not just what to do. You’re never being led. You’re being equipped. You stay in control of every choice - we simply walk beside you while you learn the terrain, build trust in yourself, and move forward with certainty.

Not at all. HerStock isn't built for people who already "know everything" - it's built for people who are ready to start, even if they don't know where that start is. Our courses assume zero prior knowledge. We explain concepts in plain language, break down complex ideas into manageable steps, and provide a safe environment to practice without real money at risk. Plus, HerGuide (our AI assistant) is always available to answer questions - even the ones you think are "too basic." There's no such thing.

Being scared to start doesn't mean you're weak - it usually means you understand what's at stake. That awareness is actually useful. Fear becomes a problem when it keeps you stuck. So instead of trying to eliminate the fear, we help you act alongside it. Our platform is designed to reduce the stakes while you learn. You practice with fake money. You ask as many questions as you need. You move at your own pace. There's no leaderboard, no pressure, no judgment. Just you, building understanding step by step. The confidence comes after you start - not before.

HerStock isn't an app you download from the App Store - it's a website you use in your internet browser (like Safari, Chrome, or Firefox). This means: **No download required** Just visit the website and log in **Works on any device** Desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone **Always up to date** No need to manually update **Easy access** Bookmark it for quick access. We chose a web-based platform because it gives you flexibility and ensures you're always using the latest version without needing to install anything, yay!