ScreenTranslate
Free macOS utility for instant on-screen text translation via capture or selection.
Product memo
ScreenTranslate gives macOS users instant on-screen text translation. It leverages Apple's on-device translation engine and OCR, letting users translate any captured screen area or selected text without context switching. This positions it as a privacy-focused alternative to web-based translation services, keeping data local and offline.
- For who
- macOS users needing instant on-screen translation
- Solves what
- Instant on-screen text translation via screen capture or text selection.
- On-device translation
- Screen capture OCR
- Offline functionality
In their own words
Translate anything
Capture any area or select text directly — get instant translation.
Powered by Apple Translation — entirely on-device.
Operator & company
Operators
1 person
Maker · Source-backed
Company
- Team
Indie / lean
- Founded
Mar 2026
Operating model
- Business model
Saas
- Platform
Desktop
- Audience
General
Product channels
Builder strategy
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Bootstrapped Lean
- Effort
- Solo Buildable
About ScreenTranslate Expand
ScreenTranslate provides macOS users with instant on-screen text translation, using either screen capture or direct text selection. It leverages Apple's built-in on-device translation engine and OCR capabilities, ensuring all translations happen locally without sending data to external servers.
This focus on privacy and offline functionality positions ScreenTranslate as a strong alternative for users who prioritize data security over cloud-based translation services. The utility is entirely free and open-source, making it accessible to anyone needing quick, secure language assistance on their Mac.
Competitive context
5 peers · Same primary niche.
Commercial cues
- Model
- one time
- Free tier
- Yes
- Trial
- No
Pricing strategy
ScreenTranslate offers a free See how it works Supported Languages tier; paid plan details are not publicly priced.
- • Open-source code builds trust and encourages community contributions.
- • On-device translation offers a privacy-first wedge against cloud tools.
- • Free See how it works Supported Languages tier lowers testing friction.