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Getting Started with l10n.dev

Welcome to l10n.dev, your AI-powered localization service designed for developers and localization teams. Follow this guide to get started and explore the core features that make l10n.dev the best choice for your localization needs.

Step 1: Create an Account

If you need more than the free monthly quota, you can buy a package to increase your character balance. Use the email address associated with the order to sign in and access your benefits.

Available packages:

  • 100K Characters
    Price: $3.90
    Translate 100,000 characters
    Validity: 90 days
  • 1M Characters
    Price: $9.90
    Translate 1,000,000 characters
    Validity: 90 days
  • 5M Characters
    Price: $24.90
    Translate 5,000,000 characters
    Validity: 90 days

Step 2: Upload Your Files

Navigate to the workspace to upload your i18n JSON files. You can also use our API to send files directly from your repository.

Step 3: Set Translation Options

Configure your translation settings, including:

  • Source and Target Languages: Specify the languages for translation (e.g., 'en-US' to 'fr-FR').
  • Custom Terminology: Define specific terms to ensure consistency across translations.
  • Style Preferences: Set style guidelines for translations.

Step 4: Translate

Click the "Translate" button to start the process. Our AI-powered translator ensures accurate translations while preserving the structure of your files. Progress is displayed in real-time, and you can monitor the translation process.

Step 5: Download Translated Files

Once the translation is complete, download your files in the desired format. You can also integrate translations directly into your repository using our API.

Core Features of l10n.dev

  • Supports 165 Languages: Translate content into a wide range of languages, ensuring global reach.
  • Well-Documented API: Our API is easy to use and supports testing requests, enabling seamless integration into your workflows.
  • Workspace: Manage files and translations with an intuitive UI, making localization efficient and user-friendly.
  • Custom Terminology and Style: Define terminology and style preferences to ensure translations align with your brand voice.
  • Double-Check for Compliance: Ensure translations comply with the source format, preserving structure and placeholders.
  • Affordable Pricing: Enjoy cost-effective localization service compared to other machine translation providers.
  • Seamless Integration: Integrate translations into your localization processes, correct AI errors, and intelligently chunk content to fit the AI context window.
  • Efficient Localization Workflows: Translate only new strings, saving time and resources.
  • Free Characters: All users get 30,000 free characters monthly. If you need more, simply purchase a package.

Why Choose l10n.dev?

l10n.dev combines the power of AI with user-friendly tools to streamline your localization process. Whether you're a developer or part of a localization team, our platform ensures accurate, efficient, and affordable translations tailored to your needs.