Tolgee
Developer & translator friendly localization platform
Founded
2020
Starting Price
0
Category
Developer Tools
Last updated April 27, 2026
About Tolgee
Tolgee is an open-source localization and translation management platform that lets developers translate their applications into any language without modifying code. It features in-context editing, AI-powered translation suggestions, and native SDKs for all major JavaScript frameworks including React, Angular, Vue, Next.js, and Svelte.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Open-source and self-hostable with free self-hosting forever and no vendor lock-in
- Developer-first experience with native TypeScript SDKs for all major JS frameworks
- In-context editing lets translators see exactly where text appears in the actual application
- Generous free tier with 1,000 strings, unlimited seats, and free plan for open-source projects
- Multiple MT providers in one interface to compare Google, DeepL, AWS, Azure, and Tolgee AI
Key Features
In-Context Editing
Translators edit translations directly within the running application by ALT-clicking on any text element
AI-Powered Translation
Tolgee AI alongside Google Translate, AWS, DeepL, and Azure for comparing and selecting the best translations
Translation Memory
Suggests translations based on previously translated strings for consistency across similar phrases
One-Click Screenshots
Capture application screenshots with highlighted translation strings for instant visual context
Native Framework SDKs
First-class TypeScript integrations for React, Angular, Vue, Svelte, Next.js, Gatsby, and React Native
Glossary & Terminology
Maintain consistent terminology with highlighted terms showing definitions and translations
Self-Hosting Option
Fully open-source with free self-hosting forever for complete data control
Pricing
Free
0
- 1,000 strings
- 10,000 MT credits
- Unlimited seats
- Unlimited projects
Pay As You Go
25/month
Best For
Web Application Localization
Translate React, Angular, Vue, or Next.js applications with native SDK integration and in-context editing
Open-Source Project Translation
Leverage the free Business plan (10,000 keys) to localize open-source software with community translators
Startup Internationalization
Cost-effective alternative to Lokalise or Crowdin for startups expanding into new markets
Self-Hosted Enterprise Localization
Organizations with strict data sovereignty requirements self-host for complete translation data control
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#5
7 Best Developer Localization & Translation Management Tools (2026)
Best open-source option for JavaScript teams — if you want self-hosting, in-context editing, and enterprise features without enterprise pricing, Tolgee is the developer-first platform that proves localization doesn't need to be expensive.
#2
5 Translation Tools With the Best In-Context Editors (2026)
Best in-context editor for developer teams — Tolgee's SDK-based approach lets translators work inside the actual app with zero guesswork, and the open-source model makes it the most affordable in-context editing solution.
