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Free DeepL Translation API

Access powerful DeepL translations without tokens. Deploy in minutes with Docker or binaries. No official API key required.

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Quick start

Get DeepLX running in minutes

1

Deploy with Docker

Run DeepLX instantly with Docker:
docker run -d -p 1188:1188 ghcr.io/owo-network/deeplx:latest
Your translation API is now live at http://localhost:1188
2

Make your first translation request

Send a POST request to translate text:
curl -X POST http://localhost:1188/translate \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "text": "Hello, world!",
    "source_lang": "EN",
    "target_lang": "DE"
  }'

{
  "code": 200,
  "id": 8359926003,
  "data": "Hallo, Welt!",
  "alternatives": ["Hallo Welt!", "Servus Welt!"],
  "source_lang": "EN",
  "target_lang": "DE",
  "method": "Free"
}
3

Explore advanced features

DeepLX supports multiple deployment methods, authentication, proxy configuration, and more. Check out the Configuration guide to customize your setup.

Key features

Everything you need for production-ready translation services

No Token Required

Access DeepL translations without an official API key. Free and open source.

Multiple Endpoints

Free, Pro, and official DeepL-compatible API formats supported.

Docker Ready

Deploy instantly with Docker or Docker Compose. Production-ready containers.

Auto Language Detection

Automatically detect source language or specify it explicitly.

Translation Alternatives

Get multiple translation options for better context and accuracy.

Proxy Support

Configure HTTP/HTTPS proxies for restricted regions.

Flexible deployment

Choose the deployment method that fits your infrastructure

Docker

Deploy with Docker or Docker Compose. Ready-to-use containers from GitHub Container Registry.

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Binary

Download pre-compiled binaries for Linux, macOS, and Windows. Run directly on your server.

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systemd Service

Set up DeepLX as a system service with automatic restarts and process management.

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Multiple API endpoints

Choose the endpoint that matches your needs

Free API

No authentication required. Perfect for development and testing.

Pro API

Use your DeepL Pro account session for enhanced features.

Official Format

Drop-in replacement for official DeepL API. Compatible with existing clients.

Join the community

DeepLX is open source and maintained by contributors worldwide. Join our Telegram group for support and updates.

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