What is LibreTranslate?
LibreTranslate is a writing & chat tool and completely free. Self-hosted machine translation API — no keys, no tracking. We rate it 7.8/10 after hands-on testing. Because it is open source (AGPL-3.0), you can run it yourself and keep full control of your data.
LibreTranslate at a glance
| Category | Writing & Chat |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Free |
| Free version | ✓ Yes |
| Open source | ✓ AGPL-3.0 |
| GitHub stars | ★ 11k |
| Our score | 7.8/10 |
| Partner deal | — |
Why we rate LibreTranslate
- Has a genuinely free version — no credit card to start.
- Open source (AGPL-3.0) — self-hostable and yours to modify.
- Backed by a large community — 11k GitHub stars.
LibreTranslate FAQ
Is LibreTranslate free?
Yes. LibreTranslate is completely free to use.
Is LibreTranslate open source?
Yes — LibreTranslate is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license and can be self-hosted.
What are the best LibreTranslate alternatives?
We track 13 other writing & chat tools you can compare with LibreTranslate in the directory.
How do we rate LibreTranslate?
We score LibreTranslate 7.8 out of 10 after hands-on testing, weighing the free tier, output quality, ease of use and value. Scores are decided before any partnership and never bought.
