Apple Silicon · macOS 14.4 or later · 3 free files
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Start with the finished subtitles
Choose Translate SRT in the sidebar or drop an SRT into Polyglot. The complete document is checked before import. UTF-8 and UTF-16 files are supported, including multiline text and overlapping cues. Malformed files show an error instead of silently losing lines.
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Keep every cue in place
Polyglot preserves cue numbers, order and millisecond timing. Select one or more target languages, then translate on your Mac. Review names, terminology and reading length next to the source. If you have the video, attach it for an optional playback check.
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Export one language or all of them
Save the selected track or export all completed languages into a new folder. Your source SRT stays untouched. Projects and partial translation progress save locally, so you can stop and continue. Add another language later without spending another free file.
Before you begin.
How does SRT translation use the three free files?
SRT translation and media transcription share one three-file allowance. An SRT counts once when its first complete translation is saved. Importing it, failed attempts and incomplete translations do not count. Additional languages for the same file are included.
Do I need the original video?
No. The SRT contains the text and timestamps. You can optionally attach a video for preview, but translation and export work without it.
Will my timing or cue numbers change?
No. SRT imports retain their original numbering, cue order, overlap and millisecond start/end times. Translated wording changes; review any inline styling and line length in the destination player.
Can it translate VTT or ASS files?
This feature accepts SRT. Convert other formats with a suitable subtitle editor first, reviewing any formatting lost in conversion. Polyglot does not currently provide VTT or ASS conversion.