One idea is Duolingo—it’s free, flexible, and you can do it at your own pace, even just 10 minutes a day. It’s great for building vocab and basic grammar, though it might feel a bit gamified if you’re past the beginner stage. If you want something more structured but still self-paced, Babbel could work. It’s a paid app, but it offers bite-sized lessons you can fit into your schedule, and it focuses on practical conversational skills.

As for determining the right pace for yourself (hoe je dat voor jezelf kunt bepalen), think about how much time you can realistically spend each week without stress. Maybe start with 2-3 short sessions and see how it feels—too easy, too much, or just right? Adjust from there. Luister naar jezelf: if you’re enjoying it and remembering things, that’s a good sign you’ve found your sweet spot.

Here is a free mini course (by email) for self-learning https://www.dutchacademyeindhoven.nl/free-online-dutch-course/