Frequently Asked Questions

Find help with your account, subscription, and training.

How can I start my free trial?

Download the app from the app store, tap get started, and then register for an account. We do not automatically charge you when the free trial is over, and if you need more time to train before subscribing, just let us know. We're here to help you or your player in their soccer journey.

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What age(s) is Techne most appropriate for?

Techne training requires a certain level of focus and self-awareness. It may not be appropriate for a player who you would not recommend to "train on their own." Below a certain age, we recommend players just go out and PLAY! Otherwise, as long as a player has the focus and self-awareness to watch a demonstration and work on it, Techne is great for all ages and levels.

How long does the weekly session take to complete?

If you go through the weekly session one time from start to finish, it can be anywhere from 30-90 minutes of actual time on task. Each drill allows you to train for 1-3 minutes and you'll need some rest between each and time to check out the next drill. You can do each drills, sections of the session, or the entire session as many times as you want during the week, though!

Will I be able to save the weekly session to do again later?

We allow access to the current weekly session as well as the previous two weeks. Don't worry, though, all exercises will repeat over time so if you're dedicated to your training you'll notice that the sessions are continually cycling back through basic repetitions as well as always introducing new drills.

How can coaches know if players are actually logging the time they are reporting?

The way the app records players' time is that they time themselves using the app timer for 1, 2, or 3 minutes as they train at each drill. Then the time is added to their training log and they can repeat the drill or continue to the next. Players logging time will have to be active in the app and using the timer. It's impossible to know exactly what they're doing and how they're doing it during that timeframe but we figure if they're going to put in the time using Techne, they might as well be using it to get better!

Can more than one player use the same account?

Each Techne account will only track the time trained and Time Trial scores for one player. You're welcome to have friends or siblings train alongside you, but the app will not track their progress.

Accounts & club access

My club provides Techne. Why am I being asked to pay?

Check that you are signed in with the email address your club used for the invitation and have selected the correct player. Check your spam folder if the invitation is missing, or ask your club which email they used.

If you still cannot access training, contact us before purchasing another subscription. Include the player’s name, club or team, invited email, and email shown in Techne.

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I cannot sign in or receive a password reset code. What should I do?

Use the same sign-in method you used when registering. If you signed up with Apple or Google, try that option. For email and password sign-in, choose Forgot Password on the login screen and check your inbox and spam folder for the verification code.

Apple’s Hide My Email can mean your account uses a different address. If you are unsure which account is yours, contact us with the player’s name and possible sign-in emails.

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How do I add another child?

Each player needs a separate profile to keep training time, scores, and progress separate. Multiple player profiles can share a sign-in email, but each profile must first be created or invited.

If both children have club invitations, sign in with the invited email and check the player selector in Settings. If a child is missing, contact us for help. Creating a profile does not automatically include paid access. For shared subscription options, see our Family Plan.

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How do I change my email or combine duplicate accounts?

If you have more than one account or need help changing your sign-in email, contact us with the player’s name, old and new email addresses, and the account that contains their training history.

Please contact us before creating another account or deleting an existing one so we can help preserve the correct player history.

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Can I keep my progress if I leave a club?

Yes. Keep using your existing player account so your training history stays together. If your new club provides Techne, ask which email they will use for your invitation.

If you need your own subscription, compare our individual and family options. If access is unclear, contact us before starting a new account.

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Billing & plans

How do I cancel my subscription or stop renewal?

First check your receipt to see who bills you. Your phone type alone does not tell you who manages the subscription.

  • Apple: On iPhone, open Settings, tap your name, then Subscriptions. Select Techne and choose Cancel Subscription. Apple cancellation help.
  • Google Play: Open Google Play subscriptions using the Google account that made the purchase. Select Techne, choose Cancel subscription, and complete the prompts.
  • Directly through Techne: Contact us with the subscription email to request help stopping renewal.

Check the cancellation confirmation and access end date. Uninstalling the app or deleting an account does not cancel a subscription. Refund requests are handled separately.

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How do I request a refund?

Check your receipt to identify the payment provider.

Refund eligibility depends on the purchase and applicable policy. A refund request does not by itself stop future renewal; check your subscription’s cancellation status too.

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I paid, but training is locked. What should I check?

Check that the purchase is active, you are signed into the intended Techne account, and the correct player profile is selected. Compare the receipt’s provider with the subscription you are checking.

For an Apple purchase, try Restore Purchase if that option is shown. If access is still missing, contact us before purchasing again. Include your sign-in email, player name, receipt or order number, and a screenshot of the message.

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My club or Family Plan now covers me. Should I cancel my individual plan?

Check your individual subscription separately. Joining a club or Family Plan does not mean an existing Apple, Google Play, or direct subscription has stopped renewing.

Once your new access is confirmed, use the cancellation instructions to stop any individual renewal you no longer need. Keep your existing player profile. If you have overlapping charges or duplicate accounts, contact us with the relevant emails and receipts.

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Will my free trial charge me automatically?

The ordinary Techne free trial expires automatically. If you registered for that trial and have not started a paid subscription, you do not need to cancel it to avoid a subscription charge.

To get started, download Techne and register for an account. If you separately started a paid subscription, check its renewal status with your payment provider.

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Which plan should I choose, and how do I upgrade?

Compare Fundamentals, Techne PRO, Family Plans, and team and club options for current features and pricing. Check monthly and annual options for your number of players.

For an existing subscription, start in Settings > Subscription in the Techne app. Review the price and timing shown before confirming a change. If you are moving to a family or club plan, contact us for help keeping your history and checking any existing renewal.

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Training & progress

Is Techne right for my player, and how much should they train?

Techne suits players who can watch a demonstration, focus on a drill, and practice independently. Younger players may benefit from a parent’s help and plenty of free play.

Start with a few drills and build a consistent routine. You can complete part of a session and return later; the full weekly session does not have to be completed in one sitting. Choose training that fits the player’s ability, available space, and equipment.

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Where should I start with Fundamentals?

Fundamentals provides a structured starting point for building core skills. Follow the program’s demonstrations and phase guidance, and repeat drills to build confidence with the movements.

If you cannot find your program or are unsure about your phase or access, contact us with the player’s sign-in email and a screenshot of what you see.

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Can I return to weekly sessions or save drills?

Weekly sessions rotate. To keep working on favorite drills, use Techne’s custom-session saving feature where available, rather than relying on a weekly session remaining in the current rotation.

If you need help finding or saving a particular drill, contact us with its name or a screenshot.

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My training minutes or progress look wrong. What should I do?

Check the selected player and the training log for the date and activity you completed. If the log differs from what the drill showed, contact us.

Include the player’s sign-in email, date and approximate training time, drill or session name, expected and recorded minutes, device, app version, and screenshots if available. Let us know if a streak, assignment, or challenge was affected.

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How do I check whether training counted toward my streak?

Check the streak requirement shown in your app and confirm the day’s activity in the correct player’s training log. For a challenge or assigned session, check its required items as well as the minutes recorded.

If you believe training met the requirement but did not count, contact us with the training date, activity, and screenshots of the log and streak.

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I missed a day. How do Streak Saves and Comebacks work?

Check the recovery option shown for your player in the app. Streak Saves and Comeback sessions have different eligibility rules and deadlines. An unused Save cannot necessarily be applied to any missed date.

For a Comeback, complete every required item before the deadline shown. Accumulating training minutes alone may not finish the session. If an option is missing or a completed recovery did not work, contact us with the missed date and screenshots.

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Rewards & orders

Does reaching a sock level mean I receive free socks?

Reaching a sock level recognizes your training progress. Unlocking a level and having socks included with your subscription are separate things.

Check your plan’s current benefits and the offer shown when redeeming or ordering. If you believe an included reward is missing, contact us with your player name and sign-in email.

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How do I get help with a reward, order, or shipping address?

Check your order confirmation and any tracking email, including your spam folder. For a missing reward, order question, or incorrect address, contact us with the player’s sign-in email, order number if available, and the issue.

Contact us as soon as possible about address corrections. Changes may no longer be possible once an order has been fulfilled.

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For coaches

What is the Manager Portal, and how is it different from the app?

The Techne app is where players train and record progress. The Manager Portal is for managing a group, including player invitations, assignments, and training reports.

A coach who is also a parent or player may have separate manager and player invitations. Use the invitation for the role you need. If you cannot access the right view, contact us with your group name and sign-in email.

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A player cannot see their invitation or assignment. What should I check?

Confirm which email received the player invitation, ask the player to check spam, and make sure they are signed into the correct account and player profile. Check whether an assignment has already been completed.

For a missing notification, check the device’s notification settings as well. If the issue continues, contact us with the group, player name, invited email, and assignment details.

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What do training reports tell me about a player’s effort?

Techne records training activity through the app, including time recorded while players use drill timers. Reports help you follow consistency and recorded practice, and can support conversations about a player’s goals.

Recorded time does not verify movement quality or everything a player does during a drill. Review required session or assignment completion separately from total minutes, and use check-ins with players to understand their training.

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