How to Translate WP Statistics Plugin

Help make WP Statistics accessible to users worldwide by translating it into your language. This guide will walk you through the simple process of contributing translations to the WP Statistics plugin.

Why Translate WP Statistics?

By translating WP Statistics, you help users in your country access analytics functionality in their native language, making the plugin more accessible and user-friendly for your community.

Quick Start: Translate WP Statistics in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1: Create a WordPress.org Account

If you don’t already have one, visit WordPress.org and create a free account. You’ll use this account to log in to the translation platform.

Step 2: Access the WP Statistics Translation Project

Visit the official WP Statistics translation page:
Translate WP Statistics Plugin
This is where all translation work for the WP Statistics plugin happens.

Step 3: Choose Your Language and Start Translating

  1. Log in with your WordPress.org account
  2. Select your language from the list
  3. Start suggesting translations for untranslated strings

Understanding the Translation Platform

WordPress uses a translation system called GlotPress, hosted at translate.wordpress.org. Here’s what you need to know:

User Permission Levels

When you start translating, you’ll have one of these roles:

Translation Status Colors

The platform uses colour-coding to show the status of each text string:

Filtering and Finding Strings to Translate

You can filter strings by:

Best Practices for Quality Translations

1. Keep It Natural

Translate the meaning, not word-for-word. Make sure your translation sounds natural in your language.

2. Maintain Consistency

Use consistent terminology throughout. If you translate “visitor” as a specific word, use the same word every time.

3. Preserve Formatting

4. Consider Context

Look at the context provided with each string to understand where it will appear in the plugin interface.

5. Review Before Submitting

Double-check your translation for spelling, grammar, and accuracy before submitting.

How Long Before My Translations Appear?

After you submit translation suggestions:

  1. A Translation Editor for your language will review your suggestions
  2. Once approved, translations typically appear in the plugin within 24-48 hours
  3. Users will receive the translations when they update the plugin

Becoming a Translation Editor

After contributing quality translations consistently, you can request to become a Translation Editor for your language. This allows you to approve translations and help manage the translation process for your locale.

Need Help or More Information?

WP Statistics Translation Page

Start translating now:
https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/wp-statistics

Complete WordPress Translation Guide

For detailed information about the translation platform and advanced features, see the official WordPress Polyglots Handbook:
https://make.wordpress.org/polyglots/handbook/translating/glotpress-translate-wordpress-org/

Contact Support

If you have questions specific to the WP Statistics plugin translation, feel free to reach out through our support channels.


Translating WP Statistics Add-ons

In addition to the core WP Statistics plugin, you can also help translate WP Statistics add-ons through our dedicated translation platform.

Step 1: Register an Account

First, create an account on our translation platform:

Register for Translation Account

Step 2: Choose an Add-on to Translate

Once registered, browse the available add-on projects:

View All Add-on Projects

Select the add-on you want to translate from the list.

Step 3: Start Translating

The add-on translation platform uses GlotPress (the same system used by WordPress.org), so the translation process is identical:

  1. Log in with your registered account
  2. Select your language
  3. Start suggesting translations for untranslated strings

All the best practices and guidelines mentioned above for translating the core plugin apply to add-on translations as well.


Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a professional translator?

No! If you’re fluent in both English and your target language, you can contribute. The community and Translation Editors will help ensure quality.

How much time does it take?

You can contribute as little or as much time as you have. Even 10-15 minutes can result in meaningful contributions.

Will I be credited for my work?

Yes! Your WordPress.org username will be associated with your translations, and you’ll be recognised as a contributor to the WP SMS project.

Can I translate into multiple languages?

Absolutely! If you’re fluent in multiple languages, you can contribute to as many locales as you’d like.

What if I make a mistake?

Don’t worry! Translation Editors review all suggestions before approval. If there’s an issue, they can provide feedback or make corrections.

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