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Libretranslate

Self-hosted machine translation API that works offline. Download, setup, and run your own translation server in minutes with complete privacy control.

4 sources 14,097 stars Self-hosted AGPL-3.0

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About

LibreTranslate offers a completely free and open-source machine translation solution that you can host on your own infrastructure. Unlike cloud-based services, this API runs entirely offline, giving you complete control over your data and privacy. Key advantages: Perfect for developers who need reliable translation services without compromising on data security or facing usage restrictions. The API supports multiple languages and can be easily integrated into existing applications through standard REST endpoints. Whether you're building multilingual applications, need bulk translation capabilities, or require translation services in air-gapped environments, LibreTranslate provides a robust, self-contained solution that scales with your needs.

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Self-hosted solution

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Offline capability

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Quick setup

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Open source

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Cost-effective

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Privacy-focused

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