Android localization: How to localize Android apps with examples
With Android’s global reach, getting Android localization and localized time right is an important part of app development Whether you're a new developer working on your first app or an experienced programmer adding another one to your collection, the key question is: Who are you building this app for? In other words, who's your target audience? If you want your mobile apps to grow beyond your local area, possibly reaching users across d
Updated on September 17, 2024·Ilya Krukowski Internationalization vs. localization (i18n vs l10n): What's the difference?
While Internationalization and localization are often used interchangeably, they actually refer to two different processes. Internationalization involves building software in a way that allows you to adapt it to various languages and cultures, while localization is the process of actually adapting software to a specific language or culture. Effective translation mana
Updated on September 23, 2024·Ilya Krukowski The Lokalise ESG report
As we celebrate Earth Day, we’re proud of how we prioritized sustainability over the last 18 months, balancing our growth ambitions with environmental, social, and governance responsibilities. Our first annual ESG Report highlights the range of initiatives we undertook, including a Carbon Neutrality pledge and support for various causes. It details how we Lokalisers were empowered to drive change, firmly backed by our founders and leadership team.This report helps us reflect on what w
Updated on April 20, 2023·Elliot Kim Spring Boot internationalization i18n: Step-by-step with examples
Not too long ago, we explored the basics of Java i18n. Now, let's take a step into the world of web applications and see Spring boot internationalization in action. When developing a web application, we typically use a mix of efficient and popular programming l
Updated on September 16, 2024·Ilya Krukowski Email localization: the key to unlocking global engagement
Despite being a crucial touchpoint with customers that's been around for nearly 30 years, email is often overlooked when it comes to a company's localization efforts. If you've translated your website and app but neglected to localize your email communications, you may be missing out on a significant opportunity to connect with your international audience. In this article, you’ll see some tips and tricks for localizing content on this most personal of channels – complete with examp
Updated on August 29, 2024·Stefanos Bournias Go Global with React and i18next: A Comprehensive Tutorial for Internationalizing Your React App
Building a global user base means making your app accessible in multiple languages, which is essential for software internationalization. In this tutorial, we'll guide you t
Updated on October 3, 2024·Ilya Krukowski Introducing Lokalise AI: Your personal localization assistant
AI and localization are the perfect partners. AI-based translation solutions have already transformed the industry by powering the machine translation tools we rely on daily. Now, AI is making its second big play with large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4. And we’re excited to announce Lokalise AI – your personal AI-based assistant. Incorporating this technology into Lokalise feels like a natural progression for us. When we founded the company, the focus was on speeding up the p
Updated on March 27, 2023·Nick Ustinov How to do advertising localization: strategies for global success
Localization is crucial when it comes to advertising globally, and it goes beyond simply translating the words. A successful brand localization is composed of thousands of decisions made market-by-market, considering cultural differences and emotional appeal. This article highlights strategies for success in advertising localization and provides a step-by-step guide on how to loca
Updated on September 9, 2024·Stefanos Bournias 
