Contentful localization integration

AI-powered translation connector

Translate your Contentful site in the simplest, easiest way—without extra tools, copy-paste, or manual updates. The Transifex integration connects directly to your CMS for continuous localization, syncing content in real time, applying AI-powered translations, and publishing updates fast—so you can launch quicker, keep control, and scale your content in every language.

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Why Transifex is built for Contentful localization

Embed localization workflows directly into your existing Contentful CMS. Content and translation teams operate in a unified environment, delivering high-quality multilingual content rapidly without manual exports or third-party tools.

Native CMS integration

Send entries and assets directly to Transifex from Contentful's editor sidebar. No external tools or context switching required for content managers.

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Complex field type support

Handles Text, Rich Text, and Reference field types—including referenced entries embedded in rich content. Content structure and relationships stay intact throughout translation.

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Automatic content syncing

Configure completion thresholds like 100% translated, reviewed, or proofread to trigger automatic translation pushes back into Contentful. Set it once and forget it.

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Transparency with activity logs

Track sync and translation operations directly from the Contentful activity log or integration dashboard. Full visibility into every translation workflow step.

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Meet Transifex — your central platform for scalable, context-rich localization

Transifex streamlines global content operations with AI-driven automation, comprehensive integrations, and enterprise-grade security. Unify your entire localization tech stack from headless CMS to mobile applications.

40+ native integrations

Connect GitHub, Figma, HubSpot, Zendesk, and development tools. Embed continuous localization into existing CI/CD workflows.

700+ language locales

Support major languages plus regional variants (en-US vs en-GB, fr-FR vs fr-CA). Handle custom locales through Content Management API.

Translation Memory automation

Fuzzy matching algorithms identify similar content for reuse. Auto-fill functionality applies 100% matches instantly, reducing translation costs by up to 40%.

MQM-based quality scoring

Translation Quality Index evaluates linguistic accuracy, structural integrity, and semantic quality. Set custom thresholds for automated approval workflows.

Developer-first architecture

REST API, CLI tools, webhooks, and SDKs for React, Angular, iOS, Android. Zero-deployment updates through Transifex Native.

 

Collaborative workspace

Centralized project management with real-time progress tracking, comment threads, and screenshot context sharing.

What we deliver for Contentful teams

Measurable efficiency gains that accelerate global expansion while reducing operational complexity.

80%
faster content localization cycles
3x
faster global market entry
90%
reduction in translation management overhead

How localization fits into your Contentful workflow

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Export seamlessly

Select content directly from Contentful's editor sidebar using Import, Update, and Unlink buttons. Bulk operations handle multiple entries while preserving field relationships and referenced content structures.

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Translate based on your needs

Choose between Transifex AI for brand-consistent translations, professional linguist networks for specialized content, or popular MT engines like Google Translate and DeepL. Translation Memory provides instant matches for recurring content.

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Publish with quality control

Translation Quality Index scores validate accuracy before content returns to Contentful. Configure approval workflows or automate publishing based on completion status—translated, reviewed, or proofread.

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How Transifex compares for Contentful localization

Manual processes
Standard TMS
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Feature
Feature
Native Contentful sidebar integration
Native Contentful sidebar integration
Referenced content handling
Referenced content handling
Rich Text field support
Rich Text field support
Limited
Automatic sync triggers
Automatic sync triggers
Limited
Activity log transparency
Activity log transparency
Bulk content operations
Bulk content operations
Basic
Multi-environment support
Multi-environment support
Initial translation merging
Initial translation merging
Field-level localization control
Field-level localization control
Basic
Zero-setup automation
Zero-setup automation
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Dierk

Sr Manager Localization & Systems, Hubspot

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80%

Faster localization workflows

With Transifex, we’ve been able to significantly reduce turnaround times for translations, enabling us to launch new features and products across all languages at the same time.

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Julia

Sr Training Manager, Celonis

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70%

Less time spent on translations

Transifex has cut our time-to-market in half and accelerated our translation processes. It truly feels like we are one team, working together towards a common goal.

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Yichi Chen

Product Manager, EventMobi

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Faster content roll-out

With Transifex, we’ve been able to significantly reduce turnaround times for translations, enabling us to launch new features and products across all languages at the same time.

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Transform your Contentful CMS into a global content engine

Automate multilingual workflows with native integration. Connect Transifex to your Contentful space and scale international content operations without increasing team overhead.

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Contentful localization FAQs

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How do I set up the Contentful integration with Transifex?

Use the integration setup wizard to connect your Contentful space and environment to a Transifex project. Enable field-level localization in Contentful, then configure sync triggers based on translation completion status.

What Contentful field types can be translated?

Transifex supports Text, Rich Text, Symbols, and Assets fields. Referenced entries embedded in rich content are handled automatically with relationship preservation throughout the translation process.

Can I automate translation publishing back to Contentful?

Configure flexible sync triggers to automatically push translations based on completion status—100% translated, reviewed, or proofread. Set thresholds once and let automation handle the rest.

How does the integration handle complex content structures?

Rich Text fields with embedded references are processed seamlessly. Content structure, formatting, and field relationships remain intact while individual text segments get translated accurately.

What happens to existing translations in Contentful?

Choose to merge existing Contentful translations when first linking content, or treat Transifex as the translation authority. The integration respects your preferred workflow approach.

Can I track translation activity within Contentful?

Yes. All sync and translation operations appear in Contentful's activity log, plus the integration dashboard provides detailed workflow visibility and status tracking.

Do I need developer resources to set up the integration?

No technical expertise required. Content managers can configure the integration using the setup wizard and manage translations directly from Contentful's editor sidebar.

What are the limitations of the Contentful integration?

Binary asset localization isn't supported—only titles and descriptions can be translated. Ensure locale codes match between platforms (en-US, fr-FR) for proper synchronization.