Translate a PDF
Extract embedded PDF text, translate it, and rebuild simple translated text pages.
AI translation requires review. Image mode returns recognized translated text; PDF mode rebuilds translated text pages without original layout.
How to use the PDF translation tool
- STEP 1Choose a text-based PDF up to 25 MB.
- STEP 2Extract and translate its text.
- STEP 3Review and download the rebuilt PDF.
About this tool
Create a readable translated reference copy from text-based PDFs when exact visual layout is not required.
This is a text-first conversion and does not preserve the source design.
Review important translations with a qualified speaker and retain the source for comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Will the original layout remain?
No. The tool extracts embedded text and rebuilds simple text pages. Columns, images, fonts, tables, links, and precise page layout are not reproduced.
Does it translate scanned PDFs?
Not reliably. Image-only scans have no embedded text and require OCR before translation.
Why is the output rendered as page images?
Canvas rendering supports a broader range of translated scripts than the limited built-in PDF fonts while creating a portable PDF.