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Smartling Translation Solution

4.3 out of 5
Out of 43 user reviews.


Smartling helps ambitious brands access more markets, deliver better experiences, and build stronger relationships by transforming the way their content is created and consumed around the world. Our translation software and services prioritize process automation and intelligent collaboration so that companies can quickly and cost-effectively localize their websites, apps, and documents with minimal IT involvement. We help brands like British Airways, Spotify, IHG, and WeWork tell a global story.
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Software details


PriceFree for translators and agencies; clients pay based on content tiers
File formatsHTML, Java properties, XML, JSON, Android XML, iOS Strings, YAML, gettext, Microsoft Office, InDesign
License typeSoftware as a service (subscription)
System requirements
Operating systemAndroid, Apple iOS, Windows, MacOS, Linux, Other
System requirementsSmartling is a cloud-based system that only requires access to the internet via a modern web browser. No desktop installation is needed.
CompatibilityCloud-based, and thus compatible with all systems
Support & upgrades
Support and upgrades offered/includedFree technical support via support ticket center, Free community support, Free upgrades for duration of license/Subscription
Support and tutorial linkshttps://help.smartling.com/docs
Free trial
Free trial
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Languages supportedAll languages supported for translation. Translation interface available in English.




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5 out of 5
How easy is it to learn?

An intuitive and efficient translation management system
Review by 
hampus (X) . The Smartling Translation Management System is continually improving what is already a solid, efficient and concise translation interface.

Access to the glossary, the raising and resolving of issues, and the mechanics of the interface are all very intuitive.

The system's being online-based makes it accessible and convenient, especially when working during travels.
0 out of 1 found this review helpful.





5 out of 5
How easy is it to learn?

Excellent tool and user-friendly platform
Review by 
Patbianco . Smartling is a fantastic tool for translators and editors and it also gives the clients an unbeatable experience of Content Management and support.
I strongly recommend this platform to colleagues and clients who needs translation services into multiple languages. Visually appealing, precise, accurate and user-friendly with excellent support from the project management team and cloud access 24/7.
0 out of 1 found this review helpful.





5 out of 5
How easy is it to learn?

#1 Great Tool for Websites and mobile apps translation!
Review by 
Cas Translation . I started working with Smartling, Inc this May, 2013 and naturally, I was using the Smartling Translation Management System since then. This is a super user-friendly system. I was able to use it right from the start with ease. The entire platform is very self-explanatory. The Glossary makes my job so easy, it lets me understand what the client's needs are, what need to be translated, in what style(the tone of the translated texts), and what need to stay the same as the original text. The strings are super easy to manage now. I have completed 3 different projects using the Smartling TMS.

Aside from the translation system, the communication with the Smartling friendly Translation Services Manager Kala Maxym has been always prompt, to the point, and fun!
0 out of 1 found this review helpful.





5 out of 5
How easy is it to learn?

Easy to use tool with powerful features
Review by 
Anja Jones . Smartling is a very powerful online translation tool. Completely cloud-based, it doesn't require any software, plug-ins or installs - translators can get to work quickly and with ease. It offers all the necessary features such as translation memory, fuzzy matches, glossary and style guides to ensure a consistent, high-quality translation, but the icing on the cake is that linguists get to see what they are translating right on the website, in context (no more text overlapping images or button text spilling over). Another useful feature is the commenting function which allows the client and the linguists to communicate about individual translations, ask for clarification, give feedback, add instructions etc. This speeds up the translation process immensely, and combined with the in-built approval tool and notifications system, allows for a pretty much email-free workflow. And finally, one of the really great things about Smartling as a company is that they take translator feedback seriously and we have seen various suggestions from users implemented over the years.
0 out of 1 found this review helpful.





5 out of 5
How easy is it to learn?

Excellent tool to work with
Review by 
silviapiccolo . I though it was going to be a little difficult to learn how to use the tool and do my job properly, but after very few tries I got the hang of it. Also, Smartling keeps improving the tool to make our jobs easier.
0 out of 1 found this review helpful.