Translation
Hire a translator
Post a translation with the language pair, subject matter, word count, and format defined, then review a sample before you approve the full delivery.
- Worker payout
- Workers receive the listed payout.
- Employer fee
- Stripe processing plus a 1% GoHireHumans fee where checkout is configured.
- Before you pay
- Draft the task first, review the scope, then publish.
What a translator does
A translator converts written material from one language to another while keeping meaning, tone, and terminology consistent. The language pair, the subject area, and the file format decide who is a good fit. Work you can post:
- Document translation (legal, business, academic, personal)
- Website and app localization
- Marketing and advertising copy translation
- Technical manual and documentation translation
- Medical and pharmaceutical translation
- Contract and court document translation
- Subtitle and caption translation
- Certified translation for immigration and legal purposes
Example tasks you can post
Each example opens a task draft you can edit. Nothing is published or charged until you review the draft.
What to look for on a profile
Profiles on GoHireHumans show what a provider has listed and, where available, review history from earlier buyers. Before you order or hire, look for:
- Samples of translations in your subject area and direction, not only a list of skills.
- Listings that name the tools they work in, such as CAT tools such as Trados, memoQ, or Smartcat, plus subtitling tools if you need them.
- Review history and notes from earlier tasks, where available.
- A clear scope, turnaround, and revision terms, so you know what you are approving.
- Certification (for example ATA or NAATI) if you need a certified translation.
Start with a small paid task before committing to ongoing work. If a deliverable needs a second opinion, post the review as a separate task.
Suggested budget ranges
Use these as starting points. The listed payout is what the worker receives.
| Level | Hourly rate | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| General | $20 – $35/hr | Business documents, emails, general content |
| Specialized | $35 – $50/hr | Technical, medical, or legal translation |
| Certified / rare pairs | $50 – $60+/hr | Court-certified work, rare language pairs |
Rates are indicative. Per-word rates of $0.08 to $0.25 are common; state the word count so a fixed payout is easy to set.
Common questions
How much does professional translation cost?
Professional translators on GoHireHumans typically charge $20 to $60 per hour depending on language pair and specialization, or $0.08 to $0.25 per word. General business translation is usually $20 to $35 per hour, while certified legal or medical translation is $50 to $60 or more. Workers receive the listed payout; employers pay Stripe processing plus a 1% GoHireHumans fee where checkout is configured.
How do I check a translator's quality?
Request a small paid test translation, check for subject-matter experience, ask about certifications such as ATA or NAATI, and read their samples. Review the profile, work history, and review notes where available before ordering the full job.
What is the difference between translation and localization?
Translation converts text from one language to another. Localization adapts content for cultural context, including idioms, formatting, currency, date formats, and cultural references.
Can I get certified translations on GoHireHumans?
Some translators on GoHireHumans hold certifications (ATA, NAATI, or sworn-translator status) and can provide certified translations for immigration, legal, and official purposes. Confirm the certification and the accepting authority's requirements before you order.
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Browse translation services or draft a task with the language pair, word count, and format. Nothing is published or charged until you review the draft.