Alto Translate

A minimal Chrome extension for translating selected text using Gemini, DeepL, Azure, and MyMemory APIs

Reading something in another language shouldn’t break your focus. Alto Translate lives quietly in your browser and jumps in whenever you need it; just select text, click once, and the translation appears instantly. No switching tabs. No copying text into Google Translate. Just highlight and translate. How it works Select any text on any webpage → click the ⌥ icon → see the translation instantly. Why people like it - Works with multiple AI translation providers including Gemini, OpenRouter, and MyMemory; with automatic fallback if one service fails - MyMemory works out of the box with no API key or account required - Full RTL support for Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, and Urdu - Supports 50+ languages, including major European and Asian languages - Dark mode, copy-to-clipboard, and a clean minimal interface - Privacy-focused: no tracking, no data collection, and API keys are stored securely in Chrome’s encrypted storage It’s free to use. You can get started in seconds with MyMemory (no account needed), or connect your own Gemini or OpenRouter API key for higher usage limits.