Best Translation Chrome Extensions (2026)
Last updated · picks re-checked against the Chrome Web Store
A translation extension saves the copy-paste trip to a translator tab. These five cover whole-page translation, careful translation of longer text, pop-up dictionaries and vocabulary practice.
Short answer
Google Translate is the simplest free way to translate whole pages. DeepL is the pick when accuracy on longer passages matters, and ImTranslator suits people who want a pop-up dictionary and pronunciation.
How we picked
- • Translates in place, without switching tabs
- • Handles both full pages and selected text
- • Clear about which translation engine it uses
- • Usable free tier for everyday reading
- • Large, active install base on the Chrome Web Store
At a glance
| # | Extension | Best for | Rating | Users | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Google Translate | Translating whole pages for free | 4.2 | 33M+ | Free |
| 2 | DeepL: translate and write with AI | Accurate translation of longer text | 4.7 | 4M+ | Free |
| 3 | ImTranslator: Translator, Dictionary, TTS | Pop-up dictionary and pronunciation | 4.4 | 900K+ | Free |
| 4 | Translate - Translator, Dictionary, TTS | Quick selection translation with audio | 4.5 | 100K+ | Freemium |
| 5 | Rememberry - Translate and Memorize with Flashcards | Learning vocabulary while you browse | 4.6 | 100K+ | Freemium |
Ratings and install counts come from each extension's Chrome Web Store listing. A dash means the figures have not been synced yet.
1. Google Translate
Translates a selection or the full page without leaving the tab, and it is the extension most people already trust.
Best for: Translating whole pages for free
4.2~33M+ usersFree2. DeepL: translate and write with AI
Uses DeepL's engine for translating while you read and write, which many people prefer for natural phrasing in longer passages.
Best for: Accurate translation of longer text
4.7~4M+ usersFree3. ImTranslator: Translator, Dictionary, TTS
Translates selected text, words and pages across a very wide range of languages, with dictionary lookups and text-to-speech.
Best for: Pop-up dictionary and pronunciation
4.4~900K+ usersFree4. Translate - Translator, Dictionary, TTS
A lightweight translator for words and phrases with a dictionary and text-to-speech built in.
Best for: Quick selection translation with audio
4.5~100K+ usersFreemium5. Rememberry - Translate and Memorize with Flashcards
Translates words as you read and turns them into spaced-repetition flashcards, so lookups become practice.
Best for: Learning vocabulary while you browse
4.6~100K+ usersFreemium
What to know before choosing
Start with one general translator. Google Translate covers most reading, and adding a second full-page translator mostly doubles the permissions you grant without adding much.
Translation extensions send the text you translate to their engine. Avoid translating passwords, contracts or anything confidential through a browser extension.
If you are learning a language rather than just reading, a vocabulary tool such as Rememberry is worth more than a second translator.
Compare the shortlist head-to-head
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Google Translate Chrome extension free?
Yes. The Google Translate extension is free to install and use for translating selected text and full pages.
Do translation extensions read the pages I visit?
They need access to page text in order to translate it, and the text you translate is sent to the translation service. Check each extension's permissions and privacy policy before installing.