Is Linguin for Chrome free?

Yes, the Linguin Chrome extension is completely free to install and use. Full page translation, selection popup, sidebar, and 100+ languages — all at no cost.

Which browsers does the Linguin extension support?

Linguin is available on the Chrome Web Store and works with Google Chrome 100+ and all Chromium-based browsers including Brave, Edge, Opera, and Arc.

How do I translate a webpage with Linguin?

Click the Linguin icon in your browser toolbar, then click "Translate page". You can also select any text on the page for an instant popup, or open the sidebar for persistent translation.

Does Linguin translate the whole page or just selected text?

Both. You can translate the entire page with one click, select specific text for a popup, or open the sidebar to type any text. All three modes work simultaneously.

How is Linguin different from built-in Chrome translation?

Linguin uses advanced AI models for more natural, context-aware translations. It also offers a sidebar, context menu, and selection popup — more flexible than the built-in translate bar.

Is Linguin also available for Mac and iPhone?

Yes. Linguin is available as a native Mac app with a menu bar interface and as an iPhone app on the App Store. All platforms are free to use.

Chrome Translator Extension

Free AI translation right in your browser.

Linguin is the most powerful Chrome translator extension — select text for an instant popup, translate full pages with one click, or open the sidebar. All without leaving Chrome.

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Linguin Chrome extension — sidebar and page translation

Why Linguin is the best Chrome translator

Linguin integrates deeply into Chrome so translation is always one click — or zero clicks — away.

Full Page Translation

Translate entire web pages in one click. Keep the original layout intact while reading in your language.

Selection Popup

Select any text on any webpage and get an instant translation popup — no copy-pasting needed.

Sidebar Translator

Open the Linguin sidebar to translate while you browse, without leaving the page.

Context Menu

Right-click any selected text to translate it instantly from the browser context menu.

100+ Languages

Translate between over 100 languages with high accuracy powered by AI.

Dark Mode

Linguin's extension UI adapts to your browser's dark mode for a seamless experience.

Get Linguin for Chrome

Free to install and use.

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Works with Google Chrome 100+. Also compatible with Brave, Edge, and Arc. Also try Linguin for Mac, iPhone, and Android.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Linguin.

Is Linguin free to use?

Yes, Linguin is completely free to use. All features including unlimited translations across 100+ languages are available at no cost.

Which languages does Linguin support?

Linguin supports 100+ languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, and many more.

Does Linguin work offline?

Yes. The Mac and iPhone apps include offline translation for the most popular language pairs, so you can translate without an internet connection.

How is Linguin different from Google Translate?

Linguin uses advanced AI models that understand context, resulting in more natural translations. It also offers a native Mac menu bar app, privacy-first design with no data logging, and offline support — features Google Translate lacks.

Is my data private?

Linguin does not store your translations. Text sent for AI translation is processed in real time and never logged or used for training. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Can I translate entire web pages?

Yes. The Chrome extension lets you translate entire web pages with one click. The sidebar mode lets you browse and read in your language without leaving the page.

Does Linguin work on iPhone?

Yes. The Linguin iOS app is available on the App Store and supports 100+ languages, voice input, and syncs with your Mac seamlessly.

Is there a keyboard shortcut for quick translation on Mac?

Yes. On Mac you can set a global keyboard shortcut to instantly translate selected text from any app — without switching windows or opening a browser tab.

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