What is the difference between translation and localization?

Translation converts text word-for-word between languages. Localization adapts cultural nuances, currency formats, date conventions, UI layout expansion, and local consumer behavior.

Why is there an engineering add-on for UI string extraction?

Engineering extraction extracts hardcoded strings into standardized i18n JSON/PO files, sets up translation keys, and handles dynamic variable interpolation without breaking front-end code.

What does In-Context Linguistic QA cover?

In-context QA ensures that translated phrases fit inside UI buttons and dialogs without clipping, verifying visual context on mobile and desktop viewports.

What is the baseline minimum localization project fee?

A $400 minimum engagement covers project kickoff, terminology glossary creation, translation memory configuration, and native linguist review.

i18n & Localization

Localization Cost in the United States

Estimate software and content localization budgets by word volume, domain complexity, and target languages.

Total Source Words Total volume of English source text across web pages, app copy, or docs

Content Domain & Complexity

General Web Copy ($50/1k) Blogs, landing pages, standard corporate communication Technical & Software UI ($90/1k) API documentation, software user interfaces, manuals Marketing Transcreation ($110/1k) Ad campaigns, emotional taglines, cultural brand nuance

Target Languages

Engineering & QA Add-ons

UI String Extraction & JSON Key Tagging (+$250) In-Context Linguistic QA & Layout Verification (+$120)

Related Content & International Calculators

Business Translation

International Expansion

Outsourcing Cost

Web Application