Linguist
Translate entire web pages, selected text, subtitles, and messages instantly with offline support. A modern, privacy-focused alternative to Google Translate browser extensions.
Linguist is an open-source alternative to:
Translate web pages fluently
Linguist is a flexible browser translator powered by the most popular translation services. Translate entire web pages, selected text, subtitles on Netflix or in video calls, and private messages. Listen to translations and save important ones to your personal dictionary to learn new words, even offline.
Linguist is a modern, privacy‑first alternative to Google Translate browser extensions. Try it for free.
Key Features
- Offline translation and privacy: Translate text directly on your device with the built-in offline translator. Your text stays private and is not sent over the internet. Works without an internet connection, ideal for travel.
- Translate entire web pages: Fast, high-quality full-page translation in just a few clicks. Use hotkeys, hover to see original text, and set automatic translation rules. Minimal page modification preserves layout and user experience.
- Translate selected text: Select any text on a page and translate it instantly. Listen to both original and translated text, and save translations to your dictionary for later review.
- Quick text translation: Enter text directly in the browser popup without switching tabs or opening translation websites. Choose your preferred translation service.
- Build your personal knowledge base: Every translation is saved in your history, and you can add important entries to your personal dictionary. Search your dictionary and translation history anytime, even offline.
- Integrate Translation Services and APIs: Choose from popular providers like Google, Yandex, and Microsoft, or add custom translators including LLM services like ChatGPT, DeepL, DeepSeek, and Gemini, or local translators like Ollama or LibreTranslate.
Tech / Self-Hosting
Linguist is a free and open-source browser translation extension available for Chrome and Firefox. It does not collect or sell user data. The extension is built with modern web technologies and supports custom translator integrations via APIs. No self-hosting is required as it operates entirely within the browser environment.
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View documentation for advanced configuration and custom translator setup.