Upload a PDF or Word file written in German and download it translated into French. The languages are already set; you can change them at any time.
Why translate German documents into French
German manufacturers selling in France, Belgium and French-speaking Switzerland translate technical manuals, safety data and sales terms into French. Franco-German partnerships in research and education also produce German documents that need French versions.
- technical manuals
- safety data sheets
- terms of sale
- research cooperation agreements
How to translate a German PDF to French
- Upload your PDF or Word (DOCX) file, up to 300 MB.
- German is set as the source and French as the target. Swap or change them if you need to.
- Choose Standard translation, or Advanced to control formality and apply a glossary.
- Check the credit estimate for your file and start the translation.
- Download the French document when it is ready.
About German and French
German (Deutsch) is written in the Latin script and spoken by about 130 million, mainly in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Luxembourg. German capitalises every noun and builds long compound words, so translated text often grows by around 30% and narrow table columns or buttons may need more room.
French (Français) is written in the Latin script and spoken by about 310 million, mainly in France, Belgium, Switzerland, Canada (Quebec), Luxembourg and much of West and Central Africa. French typography puts a non-breaking space before : ; ? and ! and uses « » guillemets for quotations, which matters in contracts and printed material.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to translate a German PDF into French?+
Translations are paid with credits, priced per page. You see the exact credit cost for your file before you start.
Which files can I upload?+
PDF and Word (DOCX) files up to 300 MB.
Can I translate French back into German?+
Yes. Swap the languages with the arrow button, or use the French to German translator.
Do I need to install anything?+
No. The translator runs in your browser on desktop and mobile. iOS and Android apps are also available.
