LATW AI Translation for Loco Translate
Automatically translate your Loco Translate PO/MO files with OpenAI. A background WP-Cron worker does the heavy lifting.
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LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 51/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
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Rankings
Where LATW AI Translation for Loc… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| automatic translation | >100 |
| Loco Translate | #46 |
| openai | >100 |
| po | >100 |
| translation | >100 |
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About LATW AI Translation for Loco Translate
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
LATW AI Translation for Loco Translate adds AI-powered automatic translation to the popular Loco Translate plugin.
Instead of translating strings one by one, you queue an entire PO file (from the plugin’s Translations tab or with a single button right inside the Loco editor). A background WP-Cron worker submits the untranslated strings to OpenAI’s Responses API, polls for completion, and writes the results back into your .po file — recompiling the matching .mo automatically.
Features
- Dashboard — translation stats, cost, queue status and WP-Cron health at a glance.
- Translations — browse translatable PO files grouped by bundle (plugins, themes, WordPress core) and queue them with one click. The target language is taken from each file’s own locale.
- Auto Translate button — appears directly on the Loco Translate file editor and queues the current file.
- History — every job with its model, token usage, cost and the raw request/response.
- Logs — file-based logs with an optional verbose debug mode.
- Settings — OpenAI API key, model, reasoning effort and source language.
Requirements
- WordPress 6.2 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- The free Loco Translate plugin must be installed and active.
- An OpenAI API key.
LATW AI Translation for Loco Translate Versions
LATW AI Translation for Loco Translate:
* Translate content into any language
* Full access to the translation workflow
* No time, usage or language limits
LATW AI Translator for Loco Translate Pro (Optional):
* Custom translation prompts
* Glossary with CSV import/export
* Website context for better translations
* Priority support
* Commercial use
More information about the Pro version
Third-Party Services
This plugin connects to the following external services:
OpenAI API
This plugin sends content to OpenAI’s API for translation processing.
- Service URL: https://api.openai.com/
- Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy/
- Terms of Use: https://openai.com/terms/
Your content is sent to OpenAI only when you initiate a translation. No data is sent without user action.
All requests are sent directly from the user’s WordPress server to OpenAI.
Installation
- Install and activate Loco Translate.
- Upload this plugin to
/wp-content/plugins/and activate it. - Go to AI Loco Translator → Settings and enter your OpenAI API key.
- Open AI Loco Translator → Translations, pick a PO file and click Translate — or open any file in the Loco editor and click Auto Translate (AI).
- Translations are processed in the background by WP-Cron. Reload after a minute to see the results.
Frequently asked questions
What can I do with the free version?
This plugin lets you translate all your content into any language. All features are available, with no time, usage, or language limits.
How do I get a Pro version?
Visit our website to purchase a Pro license.
Do I need Loco Translate to use this plugin?
Yes, Loco Translate is required. This plugin extends Loco Translate’s translation capabilities with AI-powered automatic translations.
Where do I get an OpenAI API key?
You can get an API key from OpenAI’s website. You’ll need to create an account and add billing information.
How much does translation cost?
Translation costs depend on the OpenAI model you choose and the amount of content. GPT-5.4-nano is the most cost-effective option. The plugin shows estimated costs before translation. Note: OpenAI API costs are separate from the Pro license.
Which OpenAI models are supported?
The plugin supports GPT-5, GPT-5-mini, GPT-5-nano, GPT-5.4, GPT-5.4-mini, GPT-5.4-nano and GPT-5.5. The default model is GPT-5.4-nano, the fastest and most cost-effective option.
Where do the translations come from?
From OpenAI, using the model and prompt you configure in Settings.
Does it overwrite my existing translations?
No. Only strings that are currently untranslated (empty msgstr) are sent and filled in.
Can I customize translation prompts?
This plugin uses a carefully tuned built-in prompt. Custom prompts, glossary and website context are available in the separate Pro version.
My host disables WP-Cron. What can I do?
Enable “Manual Check Responses” in Settings → Advanced to get a button that dispatches and checks jobs on demand, or configure a real server cron that hits wp-cron.php.
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FAQ
LATW AI Translation for Loco Transl…: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 9, 2026
Is LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… free?
Yes. LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… safe to use in 2026?
LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 51/100 on our health check.
How many websites use LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr…?
LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 269 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 106 times in the last 30 days.
Does LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… work with WordPress 7.1?
LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… need?
LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on July 7, 2026 (3 months ago).
Who makes LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr…?
LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… is developed and maintained by szymon0zawadzki.
What are the best alternatives to LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr…?
The most popular alternatives to LATW AI Translation for Loco Tr… are TranslatePress (400K+ installs), Translate WordPress with We… (50K+ installs) and AI Translation For Translat… (10K+ installs).
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