Speech Translator

Translate any video, audio or livestream in real-time.

Speech Translator: Real-time Translation for Videos, Audios & Livestreams

Speech Translator is a Chrome extension that uses Google's speech recognition technology to convert any spoken words into text and translate it into any language. It can transcribe and translate from any source including videos, audios, and livestreams. It can also be used for practice in language learning, creating translated subtitles or captions, enhancing accessibility, and more.
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Extension stats

Version: 0.2.2 (Last updated: 2023-12-27)
Creation date: 2023-07-07
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • notifications
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • scripting
  • system.display
  • contextMenus
  • sidePanel
Host permissions:
  • https://script.google.com/macros/s/*
  • https://script.googleusercontent.com/macros/*
  • https://translate.googleapis.com/translate_a/*
  • https://*.kappaflow.dev/*
Size: 50.96M

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Speech Translator (v0.2.2)
4.70 (15) 9,434+
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Extension summary

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This extension uses speech recognition technology, powered by Google, to convert speech from any source into text: the transcribing process. Then it translates the text from one language to another using the selected service.

You can use it for:

— 🎞️ Transcribing and translating livestreams, videos, calls, etc. — 🎤 Transcribing and translating your speech for a livestream overlay in OBS (for livestreamers) — 🖥️ Real-time computer-assisted translation (basically human translation) — 📖 Practicing language learning by dictating the text and reading the translation — 🔠 Creating translated subtitles or captions for videos or podcasts — 👩‍💻 Creating a non-machine translation using the textual version of spoken words (called transcript) — 👂 Enhancing accessibility for people with hearing impairments

The extension can be used on Android with Kiwi Browser. But please keep in mind that the extension is not designed for video translation on mobile devices and for mobile usage in general. You may experience some limitations and issues on Android devices, due to technical reasons. If you want to enjoy full functionality on mobile devices, please consider to fund the mobile app development. This will ensure that all features of the extension work correctly on mobile devices.

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
  • Very useful for understanding spoken content, especially with strong accents (e.g., Australian English)
  • Provides real-time translation for videos and live broadcasts
  • Generally accurate translations for many languages, particularly English
  • Helpful for non-English speaking students
  • Easy to use and received positive feedback overall
Cons
  • Only works with microphone input rather than system audio output
  • Inconsistent performance with certain languages, particularly Japanese and Cantonese
  • Problems with Bluetooth headphone compatibility
  • Common issues with setup and permissions leading to frustration
  • Translation accuracy and speed could be improved
Most mentioned
  • Issues with microphone-only input
  • Real-time translation capabilities
  • Setup and permission difficulties
  • Accuracy issues with certain languages
  • Positive feedback on usefulness in educational contexts
User reviews
by Jowy Lulz, 2025-01-16

好像只能用麥克風收音來翻譯不能直接聆聽影片內容
by 我好, 2025-01-16

Très bon ajoue qui permet de lire et de comprendre d'avantage ce qui est dit surtout lorsqu'il y a de très fort accent tel l'Anglais Australien ! Merci de ce Super Atout !!
by Robert Tremblay, 2025-01-08
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Speech Translator requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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