translate-tools/linguist

Translate web pages, highlighted text, Netflix subtitles, private messages, speak the translated text, and save important translations to your personal dictionary to learn words even offline

What it solves

Linguist provides a private, open-source alternative to commercial translation services. It eliminates reliance on a single provider by allowing users to translate web pages, text, and subtitles while maintaining control over their data and choosing their preferred translation backend.

How it works

It is a browser extension that uses a modular translator system. Users can connect to various third-party services (such as Google, DeepL, or ChatGPT) or use the embedded Bergamot translator to perform translations offline directly on their own device.

Who it’s for

Anyone who needs to translate web content, subtitles, or private messages across 130 languages and prefers a tool that is privacy-focused and customizable.

Highlights

  • Modular Backend: Supports multiple translation services and allows for custom translator modules.
  • Offline Translation: Local translation capabilities via Bergamot for enhanced privacy.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Translates full pages, highlighted text, and input fields.
  • Integrated Tools: Includes a personal dictionary for saved entries, translation history, and text-to-speech (TTS) functionality.

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