Software Localization

Benefits of Software Localization

Make your software accessible and user-friendly for audiences worldwide with LAI Technical Translation Services.

Why Localize Your Software?

At LAI, we specialize in software localization, adapting your application’s interface, functionality, and supporting content to resonate with global users. Whether you’re targeting developers, end-users, or businesses, our expertise ensures your software performs seamlessly in every market.

1. Expand Global Reach

Localized software appeals to diverse international markets, increasing adoption rates.

2. Enhance User Experience

Users prefer software that speaks their language and adheres to their cultural norms, fostering trust and loyalty.

3. Boost Revenue

Entering new markets with culturally adapted software opens doors to untapped revenue streams.

4. Stay Competitive

Businesses that localize gain a competitive edge over those offering only English interfaces.

Our Software Localization Services

1. UI/UX Localization

Translation and adaptation of text, buttons, menus, error messages, and tooltips for seamless user experiences.

2. Asia Specialization

Expertise in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean ensures your software meets the expectations of users in Asia’s largest markets.

3. Tools Focus

Technical translation expertise provides best-in-class localization of developer-focused tools in AI, game development, VFX and other high-tech industries.

4. Technical Documentation Localization

Translating user guides, API references, and SDKs to help developers and users integrate and operate your software.

5. Testing & QA

Rigorous linguistic and functional testing ensures your software performs correctly in the localized environment.

Key Benefits of Software Localization

1. Increased Adoption Rates

Software localization removes language barriers, enabling smoother onboarding and higher user retention.

2. Improved Customer Satisfaction

Localized content demonstrates a commitment to understanding your users’ needs, resulting in better reviews and stronger brand loyalty.

3. Lower Support Costs

Accurate translations reduce user errors and misunderstandings, cutting down on customer service inquiries.

4. Faster Market Penetration

Localized software accelerates entry into new regions by making your product instantly accessible.

5. Cultural Relevance for Key Markets

Cultural adaptation ensures your software respects local conventions, from date formats to legal requirements.

How We Work

1. Project Analysis

We assess your software to identify software localization requirements and challenges.

2. Translation and Adaptation

Native linguists, who are also subject-matter experts, localize text, images and other media, ensuring cultural and technical accuracy.
Alternatively, we can perform an initial translation pass using linguistic AI or machine translation (MT) followed by a localization/editing pass by native linguists.

3. Integration and Testing

Localization is integrated into your software, followed by rigorous QA testing.

4. Deployment

Your localized software is ready for market, fully tested and adapted for your target audience.

Case Study: Boosting Software Adoption in Japan

The Problem:

A U.S.-based SaaS company launched its project management software in Japan. During the software localization process, the English interface was translated directly, leading to errors such as:

“Save Project” was translated as “プロジェクトを保存する” (Purojekuto o hozon suru), a literal phrase. While not incorrect, the preferred phrasing for professional software is “プロジェクトを保存” (Purojekuto o hozon), which is more concise.
Numeric formats followed U.S. conventions (e.g., 12/31/2024), which confused Japanese users accustomed to the YYYY/MM/DD format.

How LAI Prevents Software Localization Issues

LAI follows Japanese business conventions and formatting practices, conducting functional and linguistic testing to ensure software usability.

FAQs: Software Localization

What types of software can you localize?

We specialize in:

Mobile apps
SaaS platforms
Desktop software
Developer tools
Enterprise software

Do you handle updates and new releases?

Yes, our agile workflow ensures we can adapt to software updates quickly and efficiently.

What languages do you specialize in?

We support over 30 languages, with a focus on Chinese, Japanese, and Korean (CJK).

How do you ensure cultural relevance?

Our native-speaking linguists are experts in cultural adaptation, tailoring every detail to the target audience.

Can you integrate localization into our development process?

Absolutely, we can work directly with your developers and tools, including translation management systems (TMS) and localization APIs.

Get Started with LAI Today

Expand your global reach with LAI’s professional software localization services. Our expertise in technical translation, cultural adaptation, and quality assurance ensures your software resonates with users worldwide.

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Elevate Your Software Localization

As a premium technical translation service provider, LAI offers our clients a seamless service from start to finish. Here are just a few reasons to entrust us with your software localization, subtitle localization and technical translation needs:

Technical Expertise

Our expert linguists are masters in their respective technical fields, each with decades of experience in technical localization services and a wide range of qualifications.

Outstanding Quality

Our proprietary suite of software tools, backed by subject-matter experts, automated QA processes and intelligent use of AI, ensure only high-quality, accurate, and natural translations well-suited for the target audience are rendered.