How-to Guide
Adaptive Translation API: Complete Guide
Explore Lara's adaptive translation API for text, documents, images & audio—with tone control, glossaries, and Pay-As-You-Go pricing. No commitments.
Translation API
The only fully adaptive translation API for text, documents, images, and audio. Translate across 200+ languages with no commitments.
Start on the free tier and scale on pay-as-you-go or fixed volume plans.
The Adaptive Advantage
Stop compromising with generalist models. Access the full suite of adaptive translation tools—from context disambiguation to human-in-the-loop review—with no entry barriers.
Translate Text
Translate into 200+ languages. Specify the Content-Type of the text: plain, html or xliff+xml.
Translate Document
Support for 70+ formats including Word, PDF, and PowerPoint, preserving layout and styling.
Translate Image
Extract and translate text embedded in images. Returns either a fully translated image or structured text pairs.
Translate Audio
Upload MP3 or WAV audio files and receive a translated audio file back. Supports 50+ languages with auto-detect.
Translation Memories
Integrate your TMX and Glossaries to ensure consistency across all your projects.
Detect Language
Automatically identify the source language of your content to streamline your workflows.
Adapt to Context
Provide context and metadata to the API to eliminate ambiguity. Precision that usually requires a six-figure contract, now on every plan.
Apply Translation Styles
Switch between formal, casual, or custom brand tones instantly. Total control over your linguistic identity.
Over 350,000 customers trust Lara and Translated for their professional translation needs
Transparent Pricing: Build First, Scale Later
Start free, pay only for what you translate, and lock in lower rates as you grow. No monthly fees, no hidden commitments.
Developer Pilot
Get your free API keyFree Account
Perfect for testing integration and small personal projects.
- 10,000 characters / month
- Context adaptation included
- Multiple translation styles
Start Smart
Start pay per usePay-per-Use
Perfect for startups and developers. No yearly commitment, pay only for what you translate plus a small platform fee.
- Personalized glossary
- Flexible base subscription
- Standard support
Best Value
Scale Up
Volume Plans
Designed for agencies and high-throughput products. Commit to a yearly volume and unlock massive discounts.
- Save up to 60%
- Priority API Support
- Overquota protection
Built for Production from Day One
Every plan includes enterprise-grade infrastructure, security, and human oversight — no tiers, no trade-offs.
Optimised Latency
Consistent latency. Engineered for high-throughput, real-time applications.
Enterprise Security
Bank-grade encryption and zero data training policies. Your data stays yours, regardless of your plan size.
Human-in-the-loop
Trigger professional review by certified native linguists for critical content.
Activate a volume plan
Choose the annual volume that fits your needs. Larger commitments unlock lower per-character rates.
| Volume Tier | Yearly Commitment | M Chars Included | €/M Char | Overquota €/M Char |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light | €600 | 50 | €12 | €15 |
| Core | €2,000 | 200 | €10 | €14 |
| Advanced | €8,000 | 1,000 | €8 | €11 |
| Enterprise | €26,000 | 4,000 | €6.5 | €9 |
| Enterprise Plus | €40,000 | 8,000 | €5 | €7 |
Get a custom volume quote
Talk to our team and get volume pricing tailored to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Adaptive Translation API Articles
How-to Guide
Text Translation API: The Full Guide
Master Lara's text translation API—context instructions, Faithful/Fluid/Creative styles, glossaries, Lara Think, and 200+ languages. Start for free.
How-to Guide
Document Translation API: 70+ Formats
Translate DOCX, PDF, XLIFF & 70+ formats via API—layout preserved, glossaries enforced, multilingual in one call. See how Lara's document API works.
How-to Guide
Image & Audio Translation API Guide
Learn how Lara's API translates images via OCR and audio files asynchronously—with glossary support, context control, and 200 plus languages. Start free.
How-to Guide
How to Get Started with Lara's Translation API for Free
What the free tier actually lets you test, how it compares to paid plans, and why validating with real content before committing matters.