Translating Text-Based Products

All Entrepedia products are created in English, but you're free to translate them into any language. Here's how.

Why Translate?

• Reach new markets — Serve non-English speaking audiences
• Less competition — Fewer translated PLR products exist
• Higher value — Localized content commands premium prices
• Unique positioning — Differentiate from English-only sellers

Best Tools for Translation

AI Translation Tools

DeepL

• Most accurate AI translation
• Preserves tone and nuance
• Free tier available (limited)
• Supports 30+ languages

Website: deepl.com

Google Translate

• Free and accessible
• Good for most languages
• Integrated into Google Docs
• Decent accuracy

ChatGPT / Claude

• Can translate with context
• Maintains writing style
• Can localize expressions
• Good for refining translations

Google Docs Built-in Translation

The easiest method for Word documents:

1. Open Google Docs
2. Upload your Word file
3. Go to Tools → Translate document
4. Choose target language
5. Click "Translate"
6. A new document is created in the target language

Step-by-Step Translation Process

Step 1: Prepare Your Document

1. Download the Word (.docx) version
2. Remove any English-specific references you'll change
3. Make note of any idioms or expressions that need localization

Step 2: Translate the Content

Option A: Google Docs

1. Upload to Google Drive
2. Open with Google Docs
3. Tools → Translate document
4. Select language
5. Review the translation

Option B: DeepL

1. Go to deepl.com
2. Upload your document (or copy/paste text)
3. Select target language
4. Download translated version

Option C: Section by Section For more control:

1. Copy sections into DeepL or ChatGPT
2. Translate piece by piece
3. Paste into your document
4. Review and refine

Step 3: Review and Refine

Important: Always review machine translations!

• Check for awkward phrasing
• Verify technical terms are correct
• Ensure the tone matches your brand
• Have a native speaker review if possible

Step 4: Update Localized Elements

Adapt culture-specific content:

• Currency examples ($ → € or local currency)
• Measurements (miles → kilometers)
• Cultural references
• Legal/regulatory mentions

Step 5: Rebrand in Target Language

• Translate your bio/author info
• Create a cover in the target language
• Translate calls-to-action

Translation Quality Tips

Do's

✅ Use DeepL for initial translation (most accurate) ✅ Review every paragraph ✅ Test with native speakers when possible ✅ Localize examples and references ✅ Keep sentences simple for better translation

Don'ts

❌ Trust machine translation blindly ❌ Ignore cultural differences ❌ Keep English idioms (they don't translate well) ❌ Rush the review process

Popular Languages to Consider

Based on market demand:

• Spanish — Huge market in Americas and Spain
• Portuguese — Brazil is a massive market
• German — Strong purchasing power
• French — Europe and Africa
• Arabic — Growing digital market
• Hindi — Huge audience in India
• Chinese — Massive potential (consider Traditional and Simplified)

Creating a Multi-Language Business

Consider specializing in one or two languages:

1. Translate multiple products into one language
2. Build an audience in that language
3. Create a brand for that market
4. Expand to other languages later