BookTranslator

About BookTranslator

BookTranslator is your digital Babel fish for the written word, smashing language barriers with AI-powered precision. It's the ultimate tool for anyone who wants to read the world's library without needing a dictionary on standby. Simply upload your book—be it an EPUB, PDF, DOCX, or even subtitle files—pick from over 100 target languages, and let the ChatGPT-based engine work its magic. It doesn't just translate words; it meticulously preserves the soul of your document, keeping the original layout, chapters, images, and footnotes perfectly intact. The killer feature? A slick bilingual view that lets you compare the original and translation line-by-line, making it a game-changer for language learners and meticulous editors. Built with a privacy-first mindset, your files are handled securely with copyright-aware terms. Whether you're a casual reader, a student, or a publishing pro, BookTranslator delivers global literature to your screen, fast, accurate, and formatted to perfection.

Features of BookTranslator

One-Click, Full-Book AI Translation

Ditch the tedious copy-paste. Whether it's a sprawling fantasy epic or a dense academic textbook, a single click initiates a full-book translation. Our advanced AI doesn't just swap words; it understands context, nuance, and cultural references to deliver a translation that honors the author's original voice and intent. It's the fastest way to unlock any book in the world.

Format-Faithful & Bilingual Output

We keep the vibe. Your translated book isn't a messy text dump. Our engine meticulously mirrors the original layout—chapters, headings, images, and even footnotes stay right where they should be. Plus, the bilingual comparison view is pure genius, letting you slide between the original and translation for deep understanding or side-by-side language study.

Lightning-Fast, 1-Minute Processing

Say goodbye to waiting weeks for a translation. Our optimized, AI-driven pipeline delivers accurate, polished translations in about a minute. Upload your file, grab a coffee, and by the time you're back, your globally-accessible book is ready for download. It's speed that doesn't sacrifice quality.

Massive Language & File Format Support

Your library, your rules. We support a colossal roster of over 100 languages, from global giants like Spanish and Mandarin to Swedish, Polish, and Hindi. We also handle virtually any text-based format you throw at us: EPUB, PDF, TXT, DOCX, and even subtitle files (SRT, VTT, ASS/SSA). Maximum file size? A generous 50MB.

Use Cases of BookTranslator

The Avid Global Reader

Crush your TBR list, no matter the language. Discover bestselling novels, niche non-fiction, or classic literature from other cultures instantly. Upload an EPUB, get a perfectly formatted translation in minutes, and dive into stories you never had access to before. Reading globally has never been this effortless.

The Language Learner & Educator

Turn any book into an immersive language textbook. Use the bilingual view to compare sentences, build vocabulary in context, and understand grammatical structures naturally. Educators can quickly translate materials or create parallel-text resources for students, making language acquisition more engaging and effective.

The Academic & Research Scholar

Access critical research papers, theses, or historical documents published in foreign languages. Quickly translate entire PDFs while preserving crucial data, formulas, and references in their original format. Accelerate your literature review and break down knowledge silos without losing fidelity.

The Content Localizer & Editor

Streamline the first draft of localization projects. Translators and editors can use BookTranslator to get a high-quality, context-aware AI translation that maintains the original document's structure. This provides an excellent foundation to refine, saving countless hours on manual formatting and initial translation grunt work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What file formats does BookTranslator support?

We've got you covered. We support EPUB, PDF, TXT, DOCX, and common subtitle formats like SRT, VTT, ASS, and SSA. We also support Markdown (.md) files. The maximum file size for upload is 50MB, which is plenty for most books and documents.

How accurate are the translations?

Our translations are powered by advanced, ChatGPT-based AI models specifically tuned for contextual understanding. They excel at capturing nuance, idioms, and the author's intent, delivering results that are not only accurate but read naturally and fluently. For critical projects, our bilingual view is perfect for human review and refinement.

Is my data and the translated content private and secure?

Absolutely. We operate on a strict privacy-first principle. Your uploaded files and translations are hosted securely. We have copyright-aware terms of service, and we do not use your content to train public AI models. Your literary journey stays your business.

What are the pricing options?

You can start as a Guest and pay per task with no subscription. The Free plan offers 1,000 credits to start. The powerhouse Pro plan ($8/month or $96/year) unlocks the lowest rates—at least 60% cheaper than Guest—with 50,000 monthly credits, forever history, and a 50% discount on extra credits. It's built for volume.