How to Translate with AI
Upload a document, pick a target language, and let AI return a translated file with the original layout intact. It works for PDFs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and more, in 120+ languages.
Upload or drop document to translate
Max. file size 1 GB
Already working inside an AI assistant? You can translate documents from Claude, Cursor or Codex via MCP and get a finished, formatted file back in the conversation.
What AI translation does
How AI document translation works
AI document translation reads your file the way a person would: it follows the headings, tables, lists and footnotes, translates the text into the language you choose, and writes the result back into the same layout. You upload a contract, a manual or a slide deck, and you get the same document in another language instead of a wall of copied text.
DocTranslator runs this on a neural translation engine that covers more than 120 languages, handles files up to 1 GB or 5,000 pages, and reads scanned pages and images through built-in OCR. Fonts, formatting and page order stay where you put them.
Meet DocTranslator
DocTranslator is an online tool that uses AI to translate documents in your browser. Drop in a Word, PDF, Excel, PowerPoint, InDesign, TXT, CSV or image file, choose the source and target languages, and download the translated copy a few minutes later.
There is no software to install and nothing to reformat afterwards. The same translation engine is also available to AI agents through the DocTranslator MCP server, so you can translate from the tools you already work in.
Why translate documents with AI on DocTranslator
The features that matter when you move a real document between languages.
Translate between major and regional languages, from Spanish, Chinese and Arabic to Swahili and Amharic, all from one place.
Tables, fonts, images and page layout come back exactly as they were. You translate the document, not just the words.
Upload long contracts, books and reports up to 1 GB or 5,000 pages without splitting them into pieces first.
Built-in OCR reads text inside scanned PDFs, JPGs and PNGs, so even photographed pages can be translated.
Translate documents straight from your AI agent
If you already work in an AI coding agent or chat client, you do not need to switch tabs to translate a file. The DocTranslator MCP server plugs DocTranslator into your assistant over the Model Context Protocol. You hand the agent a file and a target language, it uploads, translates and hands back a formatted document inside the same conversation.
It carries the same engine as the website: 100+ languages, OCR for scans, files up to 1 GB, and a secure OAuth 2.1 sign-in. Connect once and your agent can translate on its own.
Works with
- Claude Code
- Claude Desktop
- Claude.ai
- Cursor
- Cline
- Windsurf
- OpenAI Codex
claude mcp add \
--transport http \
--client-id 1 \
--callback-port 8080 \
doctranslator \
https://mcp.doctranslator.com/mcpUsing Cursor, Codex or another client? The setup guide for every supported agent is on the MCP page.
Tools to translate documents with AI
A few options cover most needs, depending on whether you want a finished file, raw text, or translation inside another app:
- DocTranslator translates whole documents in 120+ languages and keeps the original formatting. The same engine is available to AI agents through its MCP server.
- Google Translate handles quick text and short documents across many languages, best when you only need the gist.
- Microsoft Translator covers text, documents, websites and speech, and fits teams already inside the Microsoft 365 stack.
- DeepL is known for natural phrasing, especially on European languages, for shorter documents.
- Trados Studio is professional translation software with translation memory and terminology tools, aimed at full-time translators.
For everyday document work where the file has to look the same afterwards, a tool that preserves layout and supports large files saves the most time.
Simple pricing for AI document translation
Start with a low-cost trial, then move to a plan when you need more pages.
7-Day Trial
MOST POPULARthen $14.99/month after trial ends
- 7-day full access trial
- Trial limit: 10 pages or 3,000 words
- $0.005/word AI translation
- 120+ languages
- PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, IDML, TXT, JPG, PNG, CSV, JSON
- Team access & custom glossaries
- Email support
Monthly
POPULARRegular price $29.99, now 50% off
- 100 pages or 30,000 words per month
- $0.005/word AI translation
- 120+ languages
- Unlimited file storage
- PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, IDML, TXT, JPG, PNG, CSV, JSON
- Team access & custom glossaries
- Priority email support
Annual
SAVE 25%~$11.25/month, save 25% vs monthly
- 100 pages or 30,000 words per month
- $0.005/word AI translation
- 120+ languages
- Unlimited file storage
- PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, IDML, TXT, JPG, PNG, CSV, JSON
- Team access & custom glossaries
- Priority email support
How to translate with AI, step by step
Step 1: Create a free account
Sign up with your name, email and a password. It takes a couple of minutes and gives you one place to upload, track and download your translations.
Step 2: Upload a file
Drag and drop your document or browse your device. DocTranslator supports Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF, InDesign, TXT, CSV and image files.
Step 3: Select the original and target languages
Set the language your document is written in, then pick the language you want it in. Type to search or browse the list of 120+ languages.
Step 4: Click translate and download
Start the job and let the AI process the file while keeping its layout. When it finishes, download the translated document in its original format.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I translate a document with AI?
Create a free account, upload your file, choose the source and target languages, then click translate. DocTranslator processes the document with AI and gives you back a translated copy in the same format, usually within a few minutes.
Can I translate documents from an AI assistant like Claude or Cursor?
Yes. Connect the DocTranslator MCP server to your agent, then ask it to translate a file into the language you need. The agent uploads the document, translates it and returns a formatted file inside the conversation. Supported clients include Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Claude.ai, Cursor, Cline, Windsurf and OpenAI Codex.
What file formats can AI translate?
DocTranslator supports Word (DOCX), PDF, Excel (XLSX), PowerPoint (PPTX), InDesign (IDML), TXT, CSV, JSON, and image files such as JPG and PNG. Scanned PDFs and images are read with OCR.
How many languages does the AI support?
More than 120 languages, including Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Portuguese, Italian and Russian, along with many regional languages.
Does AI translation keep the original formatting?
Yes. The layout, fonts, tables and images are preserved, so the translated file looks like the original instead of plain copied text.
How much does it cost to translate documents with AI?
A 7-day trial is $2 (up to 10 pages or 3,000 words). After that, the Monthly plan is $14.99/month (100 pages or 30,000 words), or the Annual plan is $135/year, about $11.25/month. AI translation runs at $0.005 per word and all plans include 120+ languages.
Is AI translation good enough for official documents?
AI translation is fast and accurate for understanding and everyday business use. For official submissions such as USCIS applications that require certified and notarized translations, use a human translation service instead.
Are my documents kept private?
Yes. Communication with DocTranslator is encrypted, your files are handled with discretion, and only authorized personnel can access them.
Start translating with AI
Upload a file and get a translated copy in minutes, or connect the MCP server and translate without leaving your AI assistant.
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