Frequently Asked Questions
About 6pm in Paris
6pm in Paris is an immersive platform dedicated to teaching real-life French through the magic of cinema. Our service combines curated short films, original talk shows, and interactive exercises to help you learn authentic expressions and cultural nuances in a fun, engaging way. We’re passionate about bringing the spirit of French language and culture to life for learners everywhere.
Yes! We’re thrilled to offer the opportunity to become a part of 6pm in Paris through our equity crowdfunding campaign. By investing, you’ll help us expand our platform and bring even more French language and cultural content to learners worldwide. Visit this page to learn more about how you can join us on this exciting journey.
6pm in Paris was founded by a team of language enthusiasts, educators, and filmmakers. We bring together years of experience in language teaching and a love for French cinema to create an immersive learning experience for our users. You can learn more about the team here.
The name reflects the apéro time—a special moment in France to unwind, relax, and share convivial experiences. “In Paris” signifies how we transport you to the heart of French culture, bringing an authentic experience to your language learning journey.
The Platform
Visit our offers page to choose the plan that fits you best: https://6pminparis.com/pages/home#offers
Monthly and Yearly plans start with a 7-day free trial—you won’t be charged unless you choose to continue after the trial ends. Cancel anytime before then and you won’t be billed.
For the Lifetime Plan, you’ll be charged upfront, but you have 7 days to request a full refund if it’s not the right fit.
Once your purchase is complete, you’ll be redirected to 6pm in Paris and receive an email titled “Set Up Your Password for Your New 6pm in Paris Account.” Click the link in the email to create your password and dive in!
6pm in Paris is a subscription-based platform that brings French language learning to life through cinema. As a subscriber, you get immediate access to our full library of CinéPacks™, plus a brand-new CinéPack™ every Friday. Each CinéPack™ includes a curated short film and complementary content to help you understand and practice real-life French expressions and cultural references. This unique approach lets you develop language skills and gain a deeper understanding of French culture, all from the comfort of your home.
A CinéPack™ is a bundle that includes a curated French short film, our exclusive companion show After Shorts, which breaks down expressions and cultural references used in the film, as well as a Film Phrasebook and Quizzes. Each CinéPack™ is designed to enhance your language learning experience and immerse you in authentic French culture.
We're adding new CinéPacks™ to our library every Friday.
We're adding new CinéPacks™ to our library every Friday.
Yes! Once you receive a CinéPack™, it’s added to your personal library, so you can rewatch it anytime. If you cancel your monthly plan, you’ll stop receiving new CinéPacks and lose access to the platform. However, your CinéPacks™ will be available again when you reactivate your plan.
Yes, all our short films come with subtitles in both French and English, with an option for dual French-English subtitles to enhance your learning. Our After Shorts episodes also feature subtitles in both French and English, so you can choose the option that best supports your experience.
We offer three plans—each gives you full access to our library of CinéPacks™ and a new one released every Friday:
Yes! No matter which plan you choose—Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime—you’ll receive a brand-new CinéPack™ every Friday at no extra cost.
Each CinéPack™ includes a short film, an After Shorts episode, a Film Phrasebook, and quizzes. You’ll continue to get new content every week for as long as your subscription is active—or forever, if you're on the Lifetime Plan.
- Computer: Watch directly on your computer through a web browser.
- Mobile: Access 6pm in Paris via your mobile web browser.
- TV: Mirror or cast content to your TV for a bigger screen experience.
- iOS & Android Apps: Our apps are now live!
Download for iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/6pm-in-paris/id6737560759
Download for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sixpminparis_academy.school
Yes, you can download films and After Shorts episodes for offline viewing, but this feature is only available on our mobile app. Just download the content to your device, and you can watch it anytime, even without an internet connection.
Download for iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/6pm-in-paris/id6737560759
Download for iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/6pm-in-paris/id6737560759
Download for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sixpminparis_academy.school
6pm in Paris is designed for learners at every level. Beginners can immerse themselves in authentic French sounds and expressions, building a strong foundation, while intermediate learners can explore everyday language in more depth. Advanced learners will enjoy diving into cultural nuances and real-life expressions. Plus, everything is subtitled in English and/or French, so you can follow along and enjoy the entertainment, no matter your proficiency level.
Learn more about how 6pm in Paris can help you with your French learning journey regardless of your level here.
Learn more about how 6pm in Paris can help you with your French learning journey regardless of your level here.
You can share your feedback through dedicated forms available directly on the 6pm in Paris platform, or alternatively via email. We constantly monitor and value our users' feedback, as it helps us improve and tailor the experience to your needs.
Payment, Terms and Conditions
When you sign up for the Monthly or Yearly plan, you’ll get 7 days of full access to everything inside 6pm in Paris for free—our entire library of CinéPacks™, plus a new one released the following Friday.
If you love it, do nothing—your subscription will begin automatically at the end of the trial.
If not, you can cancel anytime during the trial period and you won’t be charged.
You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime by visiting your account page (https://6pminparis.com/your-account) and clicking on “Manage My Subscription.” You’ll be redirected to Stripe, where you’ll enter your email to receive a secure link to your customer portal. From there, you can easily cancel your plan.
If you're on the Lifetime Plan, you’ll see a section on your account page with a form to request a refund (within the 7-day window) or switch to another plan.
No, there’s no minimum subscription length. You can cancel your subscription anytime if you're on a Monthly or Yearly Plan, and you’ll retain access to the platform until the end of your billing cycle.
Yes! You can switch between plans at any time. Here’s how it works, depending on your current plan:
If you signed up with as a beta user / early adopter between November 2022 and May 2023 (with one of our legacy plans “Le Pass,” “Le Pass VIP,” or “12 Months Offer”) this was a one-time purchase and won’t automatically renew. As a thank-you, “Le Pass” and “12 Months Offer” users will receive an additional 3 months of access to CinéPacks at the end of their plan, while “Le Pass VIP” users will enjoy an extra 6 months.
When your complimentary access ends, you’ll have the option to purchase a new plan directly from our sign-up page. If you joined with our legacy $19/month offer and your subscription is still active, your account will be automatically updated to our new monthly plan with CinéPacks.
Lifetime users will keep their access to all legacy content released during the beta and automatically receive new CinéPacks.
Lifetime users will keep their access to all legacy content released during the beta and automatically receive new CinéPacks.
We don’t offer installment plans for our Monthly or Yearly subscriptions—those are billed in full at the start of each billing cycle.
However, if you choose the Lifetime Plan, you may be able to split your payment into installments at checkout using Klarna or AfterPay, depending on your location and eligibility. Just select one of those options when completing your purchase on our Stripe payment page.
We use Stripe to securely process all payments. Sensitive credit information is transmitted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology and then encrypted in our payment gateway provider’s database. This data is accessible only to authorized personnel with special access rights, who are required to keep it confidential. After your transaction, your contact and payment details are not stored on our servers, ensuring your privacy and security.
At this time, we don’t offer gift cards, and each user must register individually. We hope to provide gifting options in the future, so stay tuned!
No, each account is for a single user only. For the best learning experience, each person should have their own account.