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Lokalise

AI localization platform for software, app, and web strings.

Category
Translation
Pricing
FREEMIUM
Hosting
Cloud
Platforms
WebAPI
Models
Multi-model
Verified
Jun 9, 2026

A translation management system built for software localization, with in-context editing, developer integrations, and AI-assisted translation. Lokalise AI routes strings across models — a Standard tier for everyday content and a Pro tier with context awareness and custom profiles for accuracy-sensitive copy. Manages glossaries, translation memory, and workflow across teams.

Capabilities 3

What it actually does — grouped by capability family.

  • Trigger-action automation (secondary capability)
  • Translation (primary capability)
  • Localization (i18n) (primary capability)

Pros & cons

  • Per-string smart LLM routing
  • Strong developer integrations
  • In-context editing
  • Glossaries + translation memory
  • Enterprise-tier pricing
  • Geared to software, not docs
  • Complex for small teams

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