eduActiv8 is written in Python, an interpreted language, which means it can often be run directly from source after installing a few required packages. However, if you're not comfortable with that, pre-built packages are available for Windows, macOS, and Linux (please note that Android support is no longer offered—see below). Linux builds are maintained via the OpenSUSE Build Service and can be found under available eduActiv8 packages.
No traditional installation is required for these compiled packages. Simply download the correct version for your operating system, extract the contents, and run the application - eduactiv8.exe on Windows, or eduactiv8.app on macOS. For Linux, installation steps vary depending on your distribution, so please follow the guidance provided on the OpenSUSE package page.
Important: Since eduActiv8 is packaged with tools like PyInstaller to create standalone executables, some antivirus software may flag it incorrectly as suspicious. Rest assured, the application is free and open-source, and you can always inspect or run it directly from source if you prefer. This is a common issue with smaller independent applications that don't go through extensive commercial certification channels.
eduActiv8 was previously available as an Android app via a downloadable APK, but due to toolchain limitations and compatibility issues with modern Android systems, the latest release will no longer be available on Android. The tool used to build the app (pgs4a) is now deprecated and doesn't support the 64-bit requirements mandated by the Play Store. As a result, newer devices that support only 64-bit apps will not be able to run eduActiv8 on Android.
At present, there are no plans for a new Android build, but we're always exploring future possibilities as better tools emerge.
If you're using a pre-built executable version of eduActiv8, setup is minimal: just unpack the archive and double-click the executable. No formal installation is required.
If you prefer to run the application from source, you'll need to install a few dependencies first. This is recommended for more experienced users comfortable with Python environments.
Installation methods vary by operating system. On Windows, if using eSpeak, you may need to add its command-line folder to your system PATH.
Once installed, the application can be launched from the terminal:
python path/to/eduactiv8.py
If you're unsure about setting up dependencies or modifying environment settings, using the pre-built executables is the easiest option.
The latest version of eduActiv8 should run smoothly on modern versions of Windows, macOS, and Linux.