In this guide, we’re going to show you how to translate and localize your existing videos quickly and easily.

What’s covered in this guide

In this guide, we’ll cover:

1. The importance of translating and localizing your videos
2. How to upload your video file
3. How to select the language for your translation
4. How to review and submit your video in the target language

Intro to translating and localizing your videos

Why is translating and localizing your videos so important?

By making your videos accessible in multiple languages, you can expand your reach, improve audience engagement, and build stronger connections with viewers across the world. Localization also helps adapt your content to different cultures, making it feel more relevant and personalized.

How to upload your video file

Before uploading your video, it’s important to make sure the video meets our recommended guidelines. Video Translate performs best when there are a maximum of two speakers visible on the screen. It’s best that speakers directly face the screen or are no greater than 45 degrees from facing head-on. This will help HeyGen accurately capture audio and lip sync. 

Also, make sure there is very little background noise in the video.

In HeyGen, click ‘Create Video’ and then select ‘Video Translation.’

You’ll then be given the option to upload your video file from your computer or insert a Google Drive or YouTube link. Next, click ‘Create new translation.’

Select the language for translation

Follow the provided prompts. You’ll notice that your language will be auto-detected. If for some reason the system chooses the wrong language, you can reset it. Then, select the target language for the new translated video.

Once you click ‘Confirm submission,’ the translation process will begin, and the translated video will become available in your library.

Review your video in the target language

When your video has been processed, carefully review the translation.

If you like what you see, you can download your video with or without captions. If you’d like to download it with captions, slide the caption button over and click ‘Download Video.”

If you don’t want captions, ignore the captions button and click ‘Download Video.’ You can also share your video via the ‘Share’ button.

Congratulations! You’ve just expanded your video’s reach across different languages and cultures.