Speech Translator

Translate any video, audio or livestream in real-time.
What is Speech Translator?
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.

Extension stats

Users: 50,000+
Version: 0.2.2 (Last updated: 2023-12-27)
Creation date: 2023-07-07
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low 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

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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
  • Works effectively for real-time translation in multiple languages
  • Useful for watching foreign content (e.g., Twitch, YouTube)
  • Free and offers good precision compared to other solutions
Cons
  • Frequently experiences issues with audio detection and permissions
  • Translation stops working after a short duration
  • Does not work consistently across all systems and setups
Most mentioned
  • Problems with microphone access and audio setup
  • Translation cutting out or not working after a short time
  • Requests for clearer setup instructions or video tutorials
Recent reviews
Amazing extension, incredibly useful with my students who speak many languages. I would highly recommend for anyone who needs to communicate with speakers of other languages.
by Amber Kraus, 2024-10-09

good
by 无糖, 2024-10-09

This is so complicated . It worked first but I can't record a message with my microhone until I change the properties , And now i can't get it to work again. Very time consuming . Not recommonded
by Ahmet murat, 2024-10-08
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Speech Translator is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Speech Translator if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Speech Translator has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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