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XLIFF Translation Services

XLIFF is the ISO standard exchange format for localization. We translate XLIFF localization files with full TM integration on every project.

XLIFF: The Professional Standard for Localization

XLIFF (XML Localization Interchange File Format) is an ISO standard designed specifically for the exchange of localizable content between authoring systems and translation tools. Every translatable string is stored as a discrete segment with a unique ID, enabling translation memory tools to match, reuse, and apply previously translated content at the segment level.

  • 20+ yearsTranslation experience
  • 50+Languages supported
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XLIFF Translation: Key Capabilities

  • Translation Memory Reuse

    Segments are matched against your project TM at the 100%, fuzzy, and no-match levels. Leveraged segments reduce cost and delivery time on every subsequent project.

  • Segment State Management

    XLIFF state attributes (needs-translation, translated, reviewed, final) are correctly set on all delivered segments. Your CMS import workflow receives the status it expects.

  • QA and Validation

    Segment-level QA checks including tag verification, length limits, terminology consistency, and number format validation are run before delivery.

  • XLIFF 1.2 and 2.0 Support

    Both the widely deployed XLIFF 1.2 format and the newer XLIFF 2.0 standard are supported natively, including XLIFF extensions used by major CMS and app platforms.

What Our Clients Say

  • “I’ve collaborated with this translation agency for a long time and continue to be satisfied with the quality of their services. A dependable partner for multilingual…”
    Marianne W.Google review (INTL), 10 months ago
  • “I recently used a translation agency in France to translate several administrative and commercial documents into Spanish.”
    paula E.Google review (FR), 2 years agoTranslated from French
  • “Highly professional and meticulous work. They truly listened to my needs and communicated very responsively. Very satisfied with the work done.”
    Khaled B.Google review (FR), 2 months agoTranslated from French

XLIFF Translation: Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about translating XLIFF (XML localization) files.

What is the difference between XLIFF 1.2 and XLIFF 2.0?

XLIFF 1.2 is the version most widely supported by current CMS platforms, translation management systems, and CAT tools. XLIFF 2.0 is the current ISO standard and introduces a modular architecture that is more extensible. We support both versions. If you are unsure which version your platform exports, send us a sample file and we will identify it.

Can you integrate with our localization platform or CMS directly?

XLIFF exchange is the standard integration method for localization platforms. If your platform supports XLIFF export and import, our workflow is directly compatible. For enterprise projects requiring API-based integration or direct TMS connector setup, contact us to discuss the options.

How are inline tags and placeholders handled in XLIFF files?

XLIFF inline elements such as ph, g, x, bx, and ex tags wrap non-translatable content within segments. These are preserved exactly in the translated segment and are never translated. Our QA validation verifies that every inline tag in the source segment appears correctly in the target segment.

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Ready to Translate Your XLIFF Files?

Send us your XLIFF (XML localization) file and we will quote as quickly as possible and return the translation in your file format.

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