Polylang | Automatically Translate a WordPress Website Using DeepL

If you have a multilingual website, you must be using the Polylang plugin; if not, then you must have heard about it. Well, Polylang is a powerful multilingual plugin that helps you to translate your website into multiple languages, but there is a drawback, which is manual translation.

So, we have created an addon: AutoPoly – AI Translation for Polylang, which extends the functionality of the Polylang plugin by providing you the option to automatically translate your website with advanced translation tools like Yandex, Google, Gemini AI / Open AI, Chrome built-in AI, and now we have also introduced DeepL. Know more.

In today’s blog, we will discuss how you can use DeepL to translate your WordPress website within a few minutes instead of spending hours.

What is DeepL?

DeepL is one of the best AI translation tools available today. It gives you high-quality translations that sound natural. DeepL can translate your website content into 32 languages. Now, you can easily access DeepL with Polylang for faster and high-quality translations.

Step-by-Step Automatically Translate Via DeepL

Follow the steps below to automatically translate your webpage content using DeepL:

Navigate to the Pages section. Edit the page you want to translate.
On the right side of the page editor, there is a Languages settings tab.

Under Translations, click the “+” icon.
A prompt will appear asking if you want to duplicate the original page content. Select “Yes”.

Next, a new box titled Select Translation Provider will appear.

To enable DeepL translation. You have to enter the API Key. Go to Auto Translate Addon > Settings from your dashboard.

Enter your DeepL API key.
After entering a valid API key, the Translation button will become active.
Now, choose DeepL as a translation provider.

Now, click the Translate button. The translation process will begin, and wait for a few minutes.
After the translation completes, click Update Content.
All content of the website will be translated into a selected language within a single click.
Now, preview it and make manual edits to adjust translations for better accuracy.

That’s it! You have successfully translated your webpage via DeepL.

Important Tips

1. Use Clear, Simple Language: Write your original content in clear, simple sentences. This helps DeepL understand better and give you better translations.

2. Check Important Pages Manually: While DeepL is very good, you should still check important pages like your contact page or product descriptions to make sure they’re perfect.

3. Use Context: If you have special terms or brand names, make sure they appear in context so DeepL can understand them better.

4. Keep Sentences Short: Shorter sentences usually translate better than very long, complex sentences.

FAQs

Q1. Can I use DeepL directly with WordPress?

No, WordPress does not support DeepL by default. You need a plugin like Polylang with the AutoPoly addon to connect DeepL to your website.

Q2. Is DeepL better than Google Translate for websites?

DeepL is generally considered better than Google Translate for websites when quality and natural, human-sounding translations matter, especially for European languages, because it handles tone, style, and context more accurately. However, Google Translate supports far more languages, offers broader integrations, and can be more cost-effective for large multilingual sites.

Q3. Do I need a paid DeepL account to use AutoPoly?

DeepL offers a free plan with limited translations per month. For large websites or heavy usage, you may need a paid DeepL Pro account.

Q4. Can AutoPoly with DeepL translate Elementor and Gutenberg pages?

Yes! AutoPoly works with both Elementor and Gutenberg page builders, so you can translate your entire content smoothly.

Q5. Will DeepL translations affect my website’s SEO?

Yes, DeepL translations can affect your website’s SEO, but mostly in a positive way if used correctly. Search engines index translated pages as unique content, so high-quality, natural translations from DeepL can improve user experience, reduce bounce rates, and help you rank better in local searches.

Q6. Can I edit the DeepL translations after they are done?

Yes. AutoPoly lets you manually edit translations after they are generated, so you can refine important texts like product descriptions or landing pages.