Simple Translate

Quickly translate selected or typed text on web pages. Supports Google Translate and DeepL API.

Simple Translate: Quick Translation Chrome Extension

"Simple Translate" is a user-friendly Chrome extension that offers instant translation of selected or typed text on web pages. It supports both Google Translate and DeepL API, offering translations via context menu as well as a toolbar pop-up that translates inputted text dynamically. Useful options include automatic language-switching and the ability to hide the translate button when not in use.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
By: Sienori
Users: 100,000+
Version: 3.0.0 (Last updated: 2024-05-15)
Creation date: 2020-05-12
Permissions:
  • storage
  • contextMenus
Size: 430.08K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Simple Translate (v3.0.0)
189,187+ 4.30 (159)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Highly customizable interface and options
  • Convenience of translating selected text instantly
  • Fast and efficient translation process
  • Simple and minimalistic design
  • Easy to use without opening new tabs
Cons
  • Inconsistent translation quality reported recently
  • Lack of options for controlling display time of translation icons
  • Issues with the automatic translation feature and context understanding
  • Recent updates may have introduced bugs that affect functionality
Most mentioned
  • Auto-popup translation for selected text
  • Customization features for the translation display
  • Need for improved translation accuracy
  • Comparison with other translation extensions like Google Translate and TinaMind
User reviews
Ya lo usé en Opera, Firefox y ahora en Vivaldi. Simplemente es excelente en lo que hace.
by Chelomarcel0 *, 2025-03-06

Полезная утилита, не отсвечивает, работает.
by Foo Bar, 2025-03-05

Perfect UI, highly customizable.
by David, 2025-02-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Simple Translate requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

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