Lokalise translation plugin with AI agents
Accelerate localization with adaptive AI for higher accuracy, faster turnaround, and enhanced scalability.
Activate the Ghost translation plugin in under a minute
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Open Smartcat Website Translator in your browser.
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In your Smartcat workspace, click Translate a website.
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Enter your Ghost site URL and select source and target languages.
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Your AI agent will generate a script. Copy and paste it into your Ghost theme.
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Start your multilingual project and manage the entire localization workflow in Smartcat.
How to set up the Smartcat–Lokalise integration
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In Lokalise, generate an API key with read and write access.
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In Smartcat, go to “Create a new integration,” enter your API key, and select the Lokalise project to connect.
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Choose your source and target languages, and configure your workflow.
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Smartcat will automatically sync your Lokalise content into the platform.
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Use your AI agent for instant translation. Assign human reviewers for QA as needed.
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Push the final translations back to Lokalise with one click, or set up automated sync for continuous localization.
For more information on using the Smartcat plugin for Lokalise, see our detailed help article.
Enhance every aspect of the localization process with Smartcat’s Lokalise plugin
Smartcat AI selects the best machine translation for your project files from dozens of AI tools (Lokalise has three) with the option for human review to ensure the highest quality, human-sounding translations.
Use Smartcat Editor for seamless collaboration among editors, proofreaders, translators, and stakeholders, reducing manual transfers and enhancing communication. Access a vast talent pool through Smartcat Marketplace with over 500,000 vendors (compared to Lokalise's 6).
Smartcat automatically detects changes in content and marks them for translation, saving time and resources. Set up automatic sync to push finalized content back to Lokalise. Users report up to 10x productivity gains and 4x faster time-to-market with Smartcat.
How all teams benefit from Smartcat’s Lokalise integration
Expand your global reach by leveraging the Smartcat plugin. Smartcat supports over 280 languages (Lokalise has 30). Use our integration to reach more markets with on-brand, accurately translated content that resonates with international audiences.
Enhance Lokalise projects with Smartcat's robust AI translation, automatic sync, and collaborative platform, reducing revisions and manual management. Ensure consistency across projects and file types with Smartcat's translation memory and glossary. Quickly fill knowledge gaps with Smartcat Marketplace.
Leverage Smartcat plugins to enable automatic sync of work between developers, content specialists, and reviewers to cut down on time-to-maket. Use Smartcat’s billing & invoicing functionality to pay all your translators with a single invoice and transaction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smartcat?
Smartcat is a global content platform powered by adaptive AI agents and expert human collaboration. It helps enterprises scale multilingual content creation, accelerate international growth, and improve ROI through automated, customizable localization workflows.
How does the Smartcat–Lokalise integration work?
Smartcat’s AI agent automatically pulls translatable content from Lokalise on demand or following a set schedule. From there, you can manage the entire localization process in Smartcat: translate with your AI agent, assign human reviewers, track workflows, and edit content in Smartcat’s collaborative Editor. Once finalized, you can sync translations back to Lokalise with one click or automatic updates.
Is the integration easy to set up?
Yes. The setup is fast and intuitive. Simply generate an API key in Lokalise and connect it to Smartcat. If you need help, a step-by-step setup guide and dedicated support resources are available.
What languages does Smartcat support?
Smartcat supports over 280 languages, including many widely spoken and less commonly used languages, ensuring global reach with consistent quality across markets.
Does Smartcat support translation memory and glossaries?
Yes. Smartcat uses translation memory and centralized glossaries to maintain brand voice, ensure consistency across projects, and improve translation quality over time—automatically applying your team’s previous edits to future translations.
Can I translate different content types through Lokalise?
Absolutely. Smartcat can handle text, structured data, multimedia elements, and various file types—including JSON, XML, HTML, and Markdown—directly within your Lokalise integration.
How does Smartcat manage complex formats and multimedia content?
Smartcat supports advanced localization needs, including code-heavy files and embedded media. It also integrates with popular CMS platforms and dev environments to streamline translation, QA, and publishing workflows.
How can I track translation progress?
Smartcat provides real-time tracking and status updates. You’ll see which files are in progress, reviewed, or complete in a user-friendly dashboard. Smartcat can also sync completed translations back to Lokalise automatically.
Can multiple team members work on the same project?
Yes. Smartcat enables unlimited collaboration across teams—translators, editors, developers, and stakeholders can all work in one centralized workspace. Assign roles, share feedback, and manage everything in real time.
Can I customize my localization workflow?
Smartcat gives you complete control. You can configure workflows for AI-only, human-only, or hybrid translation; define QA stages; and set up approval chains that align with your team’s internal processes.
Can I integrate Smartcat with other tools?
Yes. Smartcat connects with 30+ enterprise tools and platforms—including CMS, code repos, and productivity apps. Custom API integrations are also available to meet specific business needs.