Yes, there are free plugins available for translating WordPress menus. Here are some options:
1. TranslatePress**
TranslatePress is a free and user-friendly plugin that allows you to translate any content on your WordPress site, including menus. It offers a visual translation interface, making it easy for non-technical users to translate elements without needing to edit code. The free version supports up to two languages, which is sufficient for basic multilingual needs. TranslatePress integrates well with most themes and plugins, providing flexibility in managing translations[4][7][10].To use TranslatePress for menu translation:
- Install and activate the plugin from the WordPress plugin directory.
- Go to TranslatePress â Settings â General to set up your multilingual site by choosing the default language and the languages you want to translate into.
- Use the visual editor to translate menu items by hovering over them and clicking the blue pencil icon to input translations.
2. Polylang**
Polylang is another popular plugin for translating WordPress content, though it doesn't automatically translate menus. It is free for basic use and allows you to manage translations for posts, pages, and categories. While it doesn't directly handle menu translations, you can manually create menus for each language using WordPress's built-in menu management system. Polylang is compatible with most themes and plugins but requires additional add-ons for theme and plugin translations[3].To use Polylang for menus:
- Install and activate Polylang.
- Select the languages you want to support.
- Manually create menus for each language by going to Appearance â Menus and creating separate menus for each language.
3. Loco Translate**
Loco Translate is primarily used for translating themes and plugins but can also be useful for managing custom strings in menus. It doesn't directly translate menus but allows you to manage translations for custom links or labels. Loco Translate is free and integrates well with automatic translation tools[3].To use Loco Translate for custom menu items:
- Install and activate Loco Translate.
- Use it to manage and translate custom strings in your menus by integrating with automatic translation tools or manually editing translations.
While these plugins offer free versions or functionalities, some features might be limited compared to their paid counterparts. However, they provide a solid foundation for translating WordPress menus without incurring significant costs.
Citations:
[1] https://wpml.org/documentation/getting-started-guide/translating-menus/
[2] https://www.weglot.com/blog/how-to-translate-a-wordpress-menu
[3] https://www.linguise.com/blog/guide/the-best-automatic-translation-plugins-for-wordpress/
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_khaamby14
[5] https://wordpress.com/plugins/browse/translation/
[6] https://www.weglot.com/blog/top-wordpress-multi-language-plugins
[7] https://translatepress.com/translate-wordpress-menu-into-multiple-languages/
[8] https://translatepress.com
[9] https://wp101.com/best-wordpress-translation-plugins/
[10] https://www.wpbeginner.com/showcase/9-best-translation-plugins-for-wordpress-websites/