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What is Digiriigi Akadeemia?

Digiriigi Akadeemia is the Estonian government's online learning environment. Here you can find courses and learning materials that help you develop the knowledge and skills needed for work and everyday life.

Who are the courses and learning materials in Digiriigi Akadeemia intended for?

Digiriigi Akadeemia is intended for people in Estonia. Some learning materials are suitable for everyone, while others are designed for a specific target group, such as public sector employees or specialists in a particular field.

What can I learn in Digiriigi Akadeemia?

A wide variety of topics. In addition to digital skills, you can find learning materials on management, security, crisis preparedness, health, and many other topics related to work and everyday life.

Are all learning materials available to everyone?

No. Most learning materials are available to everyone, but some are intended for a specific target group, such as employees of a particular organisation or specialists in a specific field.

Whose courses are available in Digiriigi Akadeemia and who can add them?

The Academy contains courses and learning materials from public sector organisations. They may be created by the organisation itself or together with partners. Public sector organisations may publish learning materials in the Academy, as may their strategic partners by separate agreement.

Why is it called Digiriigi Akadeemia rather than Riigi Akadeemia?

The name refers to Estonia as a digital nation and to the fact that learning in the Academy takes place online. It does not mean that you can only study digital topics here. Learning materials cover a wide range of fields.

Is learning in Digiriigi Akadeemia free of charge?

Yes. Learning in Digiriigi Akadeemia is free of charge.

Who is responsible for Digiriigi Akadeemia?

Digiriigi Akadeemia is managed by the Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs. Technical partners help develop and maintain the Academy. The organisation that publishes a course or learning material in the Academy is responsible for its content and for keeping it up to date.

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User account and login

Do I need an account to use Digiriigi Akadeemia?

To complete most learning materials, you need to create an account and log in. This allows your learning progress and results to be saved and enables you to receive a certificate or confirmation where applicable.

How do I create an account?

Log in to Digiriigi Akadeemia using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Then add your email address, field of activity and the organisation you are affiliated with. To confirm your account, we will send you a link by email (the account cannot be used until you click the link). Open the link and your account will be ready to use. NB! When adding an organisation, make sure to use its official name as registered in the Estonian Business Register.

Fields of activity:
Public sector – add your employer. You can add multiple employers if necessary.
Private sector – add your employer. You can add multiple employers if necessary.
Student – add the school where you study.
Retired – if you are no longer working, you do not need to add an organisation.
Unemployed – you do not need to add an organisation.
Other – choose this option if none of the descriptions above applies to you, and add the organisation you are affiliated with.

Can I add multiple organisations if I work in more than one place?

Yes, you can add multiple employers. If they operate in the same field, for example the public sector, add multiple organisations to the existing field. You can also use the “Add field of activity” button.

Can I also add my school if I am both working and studying?

Yes, you can add both your employer and the school where you study. Use the “Add field of activity” button to do this.

I did not receive the confirmation email. What should I do?

The confirmation email usually arrives within a few minutes. If you have not received it:
• check your spam folder;
• search your inbox for emails sent by Digiriigi Akadeemia;
• check that you entered the correct email address;
• wait a few minutes and check your inbox again.

If the email still does not arrive, contact digiakadeemia@justdigi.ee. Include your name, the email address you used and a brief description of the problem.

Please note that the link in the confirmation email is valid for a limited time. If the link has expired, contact user support to receive a new confirmation email.

What should I do if I cannot log in?

You can log in to Digiriigi Akadeemia using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID.

If you cannot log in:
• check whether the same ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID works with another e-service;
• close your browser and try again;
• try another browser, such as Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari;
• if you are using an ID card, check that the card is in the reader and the ID software is working;
• when using Mobile-ID or Smart-ID, check that the verification code displayed on your phone and computer is the same.

If you can log in to other e-services but not to Digiriigi Akadeemia, contact digiakadeemia@justdigi.ee. If possible, include a screenshot of the error message and specify which login method you used.

How do I change my email address, organisation or other details?

Open your profile in the top-right corner of the page and select “Preferences” → “Edit profile”. Make the necessary changes and save them.

You cannot change your name in your profile yourself. If your name has changed or the name on your account is incorrect, contact digiakadeemia@justdigi.ee. User support will make the change for you.

If there is another required field that you cannot change yourself, contact the same address and specify which information you would like to change.

What happens to my account if I change jobs?

Your account is linked to you, not to your workplace. If you change jobs, your completed courses and results will remain in your account. If your email address or organisation changes, update them in your profile.

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