Start with languages and content

Polylang Pro is a paid extension for publishing WordPress content in multiple languages. It shares the Polylang core, which uses WordPress taxonomies and supports any number of languages, from one additional language to ten or more. WordPress language packs download automatically when they are ready.

The shared core handles translations for posts, pages, media, categories, post tags, custom post types, custom taxonomies and RSS feeds. It supports right-to-left scripts. Set language addresses with a language code in the URL, a separate subdomain or a separate domain. When you create a post or page translation, categories, post tags and other metadata can be copied automatically.

Choose how translation work moves between editors

Polylang Pro adds language settings to the widget block editor and lets you translate template parts in the Site Editor for full-site editing themes. Editors can duplicate content across post translations, then synchronize content as translations change. Posts or terms can share the same URL slug across languages, and slugs can be translated for categories, author bases, custom post types and more.

The plugin also improves compatibility with other plugins such as ACF Pro. DeepL machine translation is available, and content can be exported and imported in XLIFF format for outsourced professional translation. Pro customers have access to personalized premium support through the helpdesk.

Present language choices across the website

Customizable language switchers are available as blocks, classic widgets or classic navigation menu entries. Classic menus and widgets can be translated, including in block themes with Site Editor Classic Features. Polylang is compatible with Yoast SEO.

Add WooCommerce translation separately

WooCommerce compatibility comes through the Polylang for WooCommerce add-on. It translates WooCommerce pages such as the shop, checkout, cart and my account areas, along with product categories and global attribute terms in the WooCommerce interface. It can translate customer emails into clients’ languages and synchronize product metadata.

The add-on works with WooCommerce’s native CSV import and export tool and supports extensions including WooCommerce Subscriptions, Product Bundles, WooCommerce Bookings and Shipment Tracking. The WooCommerce REST API is available with Polylang Pro. Polylang for WooCommerce users also have access to premium support.

Configure the site and begin translating

The setup wizard helps configure the main functions in a few clicks. Add languages, pick a URL structure, translate content and set up switchers in menus, widgets or blocks. Documentation includes getting-started guidance, screenshots, a FAQ and developer documentation.