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Linguist

Full-featured browser extension for translating web pages, text, and subtitles with offline mode, personal dictionary, and custom translator support.

1 sources 967 stars BSD-3-Clause

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About

Linguist Translate is a comprehensive browser extension that prioritizes your privacy while delivering powerful translation capabilities. Unlike typical translation tools, it offers offline translation functionality that works without internet connectivity, ensuring your private messages and sensitive documents never leave your device. The extension excels at full-page translation with one-click functionality, even for password-protected sites. You can configure automatic translation based on domain names and languages, with hotkey support for quick access. Hover over translated text to see the original content instantly. For selective translation, simply highlight any text on a webpage and translate it immediately. The tool includes text-to-speech functionality for both original and translated content, making it perfect for language learning. Key features include: Built as an independent translation system rather than a simple wrapper, Linguist supports custom translation services for users seeking alternatives to mainstream providers. The extension is completely open source and free, with no data collection or user tracking, making it ideal for professionals, students, and privacy-conscious users who need reliable translation tools.

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Offline translation

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Personal dictionary

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Custom translator integration

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Netflix subtitle translation

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Multi-language filtering

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