Frequently Asked Questions

Who Are We?

LearnLikeASpy.com has been set up by Troo Audio Books to help promote the wonderful language learning possibilites provided by the world-renowned Pimsleur range. Troo Audio Books is one of the lasrgets providers of mainstream downloadable audio content on the internet with over 7,000 titles (including over 40 Free Audio Books) and growing.

Troo Audio Books and its sub-sites are not tied to any one publisher and so are completely independent and impartial as far as content, reviews and marketing are concerned. When creating the site the aim was to provide an informative and easy to use site for lovers of spoken word content and allow the easy downloading of the titles of your choice. Hopefully, we have fulfilled that aim, but if you have any suggestions as to how we could improve it please do not hesitate to Contact Us.

What format do I receive the audio in?

At Troo Audio Books we make use of two formats; MP3 and WMA. However the language courses on LearnLikeASpy.com are all WMA files meaning you will need access to a PC at some point to download them. The publisher chooses which format they want the files to be distributed in. When you purchase a downloadable title from this site you will be taken to a special area of the site where you can choose from a variety of file formats. If you have a high speed connection you will probably prefer to download the highest quality file available. If you have a slow Internet connection you can choose to download a file that is smaller in size, but will not be of quite the same quality, but it will still be very listenable.

Can I use these files on an ipod?

Yes! All you need to do is burn the files to CD first (this is a step we'd always recommend as it is wise to make a physical backup copy of anything you buy just in case your computer ever fails or is stolen) and then rip that CD straight into iTunes. You can then transfer the audio to your iPod in the normal way.

Can I copy the files onto CD for use in my Hi-Fi or in-car stereo?

Yes! Copying the files to an audio CD on your computer is quick and easy, particlarly if you are using Windows. To watch a short demonstration of how to do it Click Here.

How easy is it to download the files once I have purchased them?

It is very easy. Once you have made your purchase you will be taken through to a special part of the site where you can download the files you have purchased. Easy to follow instructions are provided on the download page. If you do run into any problems at all, which is very unlikely, you can always contact us at our Support Centre, and we will be happy to help in any way we can.

Do I need any special software to play these audios?

No. All the files on this site will work on a standard PC.

Do you offer a GUARANTEE?

Yes! If you are not 100% happy with your purchase just let us know and we will refund your money in full. This means you can purchase from us with complete confidence.

Absolutely not! ALL of the content on this site has been approved by the publishers and copyright holders. As a paying customer you are entitled to download and listen to these files as often as you wish and on whatever equipment you wish. However, like any other media, it is illegal to make copies of the files and give them to other people.

Am I breaking the law by downloading these audio files?

It will vary greatly depending on what kind of Internet connection you have. If you have a broadband connection it will take just a few minutes per part. If you have a 56k dial-up connection it will be considerably slower. If a recording is several hours long we will have split it into several parts to make it easier to download so even if you are on a slow connection you can start listening to the first part whilst the others are downloading.

How long will it take to download the audio files?

Yes! All of the titles on this site include a five minute sample that you can listen to before deciding to make a purchase. The recording you hear will not sound as good as the audio you will download once you have made a purchase as it has had to be compressed a great deal to allow easy streaming on all the different connection speeds.