DevBrothers Simple Translator
Simple and free language switcher based on Google Translate. Shortcodes, widgets, customizable styles.
Use with caution
DevBrothers Simple Translator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
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Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| language | >100 |
| multilingual | >100 |
| translate | >100 |
| translation | >100 |
| translator | >100 |
About DevBrothers Simple Translator
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
DevBrothers Simple Translator is a simple and elegant solution for adding instant translation to your WordPress site using Google Translate.
Key Features
- Completely free – uses free Google Translate Widget
- No API keys required – no registration or payment needed
- 5 widget styles – dropdown, flags, flags+dropdown, text links, buttons
- Shortcode –
[devbsitr_translator]for insertion anywhere - PHP function –
devbsitr_translator()for insertion in theme code - Floating widget – fixed in corner of screen
- Language configuration – choose needed languages from 10 available
- Instant translation – page translation “on the fly” in browser
- Hide Google toolbar – clean look without Google branding
- DevBrothers integration – unified admin panel
- Responsive design – works on all devices
Available Languages
- English
- Deutsch (German)
- Français (French)
- Español (Spanish)
- Italiano (Italian)
- Português (Portuguese)
- 中文 (Chinese)
- 日本語 (Japanese)
- 한국어 (Korean)
- العربية (Arabic)
Widget Styles
- Dropdown – classic dropdown list
- Flags – country flags for switching
- Flags + Dropdown – flags in dropdown list
- Text Links – text links (RU | EN | DE)
- Buttons – stylish buttons
Usage
Shortcode:
[devbsitr_translator]
With parameters:
[devbsitr_translator style=”flags” languages=”en,de,fr”]
PHP code:
With parameters:
‘text_links’]); ?>
Technical Features
- Uses official Google Translate Widget
- No API key required
- Does not load server (translation in browser)
- Saves selected language in localStorage
- Automatically restores language on next visit
- Completely free without limits
External services
This plugin integrates with Google Translate service to provide instant website translation functionality.
The plugin loads the Google Translate JavaScript library from translate.google.com to enable real-time translation of website content in the user’s browser.
The following data is sent to Google Translate:
* Page content when a user selects a different language
* The selected language preference
* Browser and device information (as part of standard HTTP requests)
Translation is performed “on the fly” in the user’s browser. The plugin does not create separate pages for each language and translations are not indexed by search engines.
This service is provided by Google LLC: Terms of Service (https://policies.google.com/terms), Privacy Policy (https://policies.google.com/privacy).
Note: Google Translate may collect anonymous usage statistics according to Google’s privacy policy. The plugin uses the free Google Translate Widget which does not require API keys or registration.
Additional Info
Support
support@devbrothers.ru
Technology
The plugin uses Google Translate Element API – the official free widget from Google for translating websites.
Installation
Requirements
- DevBrothers Admin Panel (base plugin)
Installation
- Install DevBrothers Admin Panel
- Upload the
devbrothers-simple-translatorfolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu
- Go to DevBrothers → Simple Translator to configure
Configuration
- Select the main site language (Russian/English)
- Mark available languages for translation
- Choose widget style
- (Optional) Enable floating widget
- Insert shortcode
[devbsitr_translator]or PHP codedevbsitr_translator()in desired location
Frequently asked questions
Is a Google API key needed?
No! The plugin uses the free Google Translate Widget, which does not require an API key, registration, or payment.
Are there limits on translations?
No limits. Google Translate Widget is free and works without restrictions.
Are separate pages created for languages?
No. Translation happens “on the fly” in the user’s browser. This is not an SEO-friendly solution.
Are translations indexed by search engines?
No. For SEO-friendly translations, other solutions are needed (such as WPML, Polylang).
Can I add other languages?
Yes, 10 popular languages are available in settings. To add others, please contact us.
Does it work with WooCommerce?
Yes, it translates all page content, including WooCommerce products.
How do I insert it into theme code?
Add to header.php, footer.php, or any other theme file:
Can I customize styles?
Yes, you can add your own CSS styles for the .devbsitr-widget class.
Changelog
Initial release of DevBrothers Simple Translator plugin.
1.0.2
- Re-release with corrected SVN tag format
- No code changes from 1.0.1
1.0.1
- Updated code for WordPress 7.0 compatibility
- Security and performance improvements
1.0.0
- Initial release
- 5 widget styles
- Shortcode and PHP function
- Floating widget
- 10 available languages
- Integration with DevBrothers Admin Panel
- Hide Google toolbar
- localStorage for language saving
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FAQ
DevBrothers Simple Translator: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 12, 2026
Is DevBrothers Simple Translator free?
Yes. DevBrothers Simple Translator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is DevBrothers Simple Translator safe to use in 2026?
DevBrothers Simple Translator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
How many websites use DevBrothers Simple Translator?
DevBrothers Simple Translator is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 500 times since it launched in January 2026. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.
Does DevBrothers Simple Translator work with WordPress 7.1?
DevBrothers Simple Translator is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does DevBrothers Simple Translator need?
DevBrothers Simple Translator requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was DevBrothers Simple Translator last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on June 18, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes DevBrothers Simple Translator?
DevBrothers Simple Translator is developed and maintained by DevBrothers.
What are the best alternatives to DevBrothers Simple Translator?
The most popular alternatives to DevBrothers Simple Translator are Loco Translate (1M+ installs), Translate WordPress with GT… (900K+ installs) and Polylang (800K+ installs).
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