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DeepL Integration

How can you use DeepL for translations in the content editor?

Written by Sophia Siddig

#translation #editor


Introduction

With the DeepL integration, you can automatically translate texts directly within the contentbird editor—quickly, efficiently, and without switching tools.


1. Set up the integration

Before using DeepL, you need to connect your account:

📍 Administration → Projects → Select project → Edit → Integrations → DeepL

Steps:

  • Start the authentication process

  • Connect your DeepL account

👉 Once connected, the DeepL panel will appear on the right side of the editor.


2. Translation options in the editor

DeepL in AI Chat, Assistant and Agents
You can also translate content directly via prompt using DeepL. Simply write “Translate with DeepL” in your prompt in the AI Chat, the AI Assistant or an agent’s instructions.

DeepL glossary
A glossary ensures your technical terms are always translated consistently. You select the glossary in the DeepL integration under Project → Integrations. Alternatively, you can select it directly when translating content.

After successful integration, you have two options:

Option 1: Simple translation (overwrite)

  • Text is already in the editor

  • Language is defined by the content ticket

  • Translation replaces the existing text

👉 Ideal for quick, direct translations into a target language.


Option 2: Translation as a new language version

Requirement:
The content type supports multiple languages

How it works:

  • Source text is available in the editor

  • Click the DeepL button

  • Select the target language

👉 Result:

  • A new language version is created

  • The original text remains unchanged


3. Benefits of the DeepL integration

  • Fast translations directly within your workflow

  • No copy-paste into external tools

  • Supports multilingual content strategies

  • Consistent quality through AI-powered translation


4. DeepL requirements

  • DeepL account (free or paid)

  • API access for integration

👉 You can register via DeepL Pro (includes developer access)


Best practices

  • Use language versions instead of overwriting for important content

  • Always review translations editorially

  • Combine with workflows for approval processes

  • Ensure correct language settings in the content ticket


Conclusion

The DeepL integration makes translation a seamless part of your content workflow. Especially for multilingual projects, it saves time while giving you full control over your content.

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