Translate PDFs with Text and Images in Any Language

Get high-quality translations of your PDFs—including text within images—in seconds. Smartcat uses AI-powered translation with expert review to accurately localize both content and visuals, preserving layout, formatting, and embedded graphics for professional, ready-to-use multilingual documents.

Trusted by 1000+ companies worldwide for fast, precise AI-powered PDF translation.

Enhance Global Content with Integrated PDF Translation

99%

Consistency & Accuracy

Expert-reviewed AI delivers consistent, precise translations.

4x

Faster Turnaround

Complete projects 4 times faster – from weeks to days.

100%

More Output on Budget

Scale your translation output without extra costs.

Translate PDFs into 280+ Languages Within Minutes

Explore popular language pairs for PDF translation.

Smartcat: A Global Leader in Integrated Translation and Localization

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Ease of setup

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Ease of use

1,000+

Global corporate clients

20%

of Fortune 500 companies

See how Smartcat can streamline your PDF translation workflow.

Book a demo to discuss your project needs and discover our integrated solution.

Smartcat's Simple Process for PDF Translation

Five easy steps to translate PDFs

1

Upload your PDF file

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Select target languages

3

Translate with AI precision

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Review and refine in Smartcat Editor

5

Download your translated file

Cost, Time, and Quality: No Compromises

400%

Faster Turnaround

Smith+Nephew achieved a 400% faster turnaround.

70%

Cost Savings

Stanley Black & Decker saved costs while enhancing quality.

31 hours

Time Saved Monthly

Babbel’s teams saved 31 hours each month.

Translate PDFs with AI Precision

Leverage expert-enabled AI agents to streamline your PDF translation process. Achieve 95% accuracy, lower costs, and faster delivery times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can AI translate a PDF?

Yes. Smartcat's AI extracts text and translates your PDF while keeping the original format.

What is the best AI PDF translator?

Smartcat stands out by supporting scanned PDFs and integrating translation into a complete localization workflow.

Is there an AI that can read PDF scans?

Yes. Our OCR technology detects text in scanned PDFs and readies it for translation.

So, can I translate scanned PDFs with Smartcat?

Absolutely. You can review and adjust extracted text before final translation.

What languages does Smartcat AI PDF translation support?

Smartcat supports over 280 languages, covering both major and less common languages.

Does Smartcat preserve formatting and layout after translation?

Yes. Most formatting is maintained. Very complex layouts may need minor tweaks.

How are images and figures handled in translated PDFs?

Images and figures remain intact. Context tags help link visuals to their translated text.

Can I track changes made during PDF translation?

Translation reports list all changes for transparency and control.

Does Smartcat integrate with other translation management systems (TMS)?

Yes. Smartcat offers API integrations with various TMS platforms to streamline your workflow.

Can I customize the AI translation or terminology for specific PDFs?

Yes. Upload custom glossaries to ensure consistent, specialized terminology.

How secure is the Smartcat AI PDF translator?

Your data stays private and secure. We never use your content to train our AI.

Can I translate a PDF file for free? What is the best free PDF translator?

Sign up for a free 14-day trial to test full Smartcat features – including PDF translation.

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