Translating subtitles

At OpenSubtitles, we understand that providing subtitles in various languages is essential for enhancing accessibility and user experience. While we don't offer traditional human translation services, we have integrated advanced technology to help users translate subtitles quickly and efficiently.

The simplest way to get translated subtitles is to find a subtitle that already works with your movie file. Here's how you can do that:

1. Find a Subtitle: Head to OpenSubtitles.com and search for a subtitle that matches your movie. It’s important to test the subtitle first to ensure it syncs properly with your video file.

2. Translate the Subtitle: Once you confirm the subtitle works with your movie, click on the "Translate" button. A prompt will appear where you can select the language you'd like to translate the subtitle into.

3. Background Processing: The translation will begin in the background. In most cases, this process takes just a few minutes. Once the translation is complete, a notification will appear in your navigation bar, letting you know the subtitle is ready for download.

In rare cases, the subtitle translation might take longer than expected. If it has been 10–15 minutes and the translation still hasn’t shown up, please reach out to us. Let us know which subtitle you were trying to translate and the language you selected. We’ll do our best to resolve the issue. Keep in mind that this system is experimental, and while it's generally reliable, there may be occasional hiccups.

If you can’t find a suitable subtitle for your movie, don’t worry! You can use our AI Transcription System. This tool analyzes the audio from your movie file and generates subtitles from scratch. For more details on how to use this feature, check out our guide on AI Transcription.

By combining subtitle search, translation, and transcription, OpenSubtitles offers a flexible way to get subtitles in your preferred language, without the need for human translators.