What does LibreTranslate replace?

LibreTranslate is a free alternative to DeepL Pro ($104.88/yr).

Is LibreTranslate open source?

Yes. LibreTranslate is licensed under AGPL-3.0, an OSI-approved open-source license.

Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).

Yes. LibreTranslate is a server app you run on your own server, and its repository includes Docker files.

A free, open-source alternative to DeepL Pro. Switching saves $104.88/yr at list price.

Checked Oct 17, 2026 · How we check

Self-hosted server

Open source · AGPL-3.0 Linux Self-hostable

LibreTranslate/LibreTranslate17.0k★last push Sep 28, 2026checked Oct 17, 2026

Self-host

Runs on your own Linux server, with Docker files in the repo. Setup docs are on libretranslate.com.

What does LibreTranslate replace?: LibreTranslate is a free alternative to DeepL Pro ($104.88/yr).
Is LibreTranslate open source?: Yes. LibreTranslate is licensed under AGPL-3.0, an OSI-approved open-source license.
Does LibreTranslate run on Linux?: Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).
Can you self-host LibreTranslate?: Yes. LibreTranslate is a server app you run on your own server, and its repository includes Docker files.