Phrase Platform
Centralized Translation Memory and Great Terminology Control
Studio-Like Online Tool with Handy Find-and-Replace and Clear Term Matches
Super User-Friendly, Intuitive, Uncluttered Translation Platform
Faster, More Comfortable, and Fun Translation
Intuitive, Streamlined Translation Workflow with Powerful QA and TM Tools
Easy to Start Translation Projects with Helpful, Customizable Features
Excellent Translation Quality with Powerful Automation and Translation Memory
Fast, Accurate Website Translations with Versatile Options and API Support
Centralized workflows have streamlined multilingual UI translation and supported long-term projects
What is our primary use case?
My main use case for Phrase Localization Platform is the localization of user interface strings related to accounting software which is usable online.
Unfortunately, Phrase Localization Platform does not provide any preview of the string in context. I see strings of text but cannot see how they are visualized by the user, which is a major need for localization.
What is most valuable?
Phrase Localization Platform's best features include the preview pane, though all the best features offered are similar to other software.
Phrase Localization Platform has positively impacted my organization as it is a centralized platform where one of my clients uses it to handle all their vendors' files with just one platform, making it a unique and useful point to use.
What needs improvement?
Phrase Localization Platform can be greatly improved by providing the translator and reviewer a preview in context, meaning the ability to make strings appear as they are eventually visualized by the user, as this is a major need for localization.
The possibility to add a temporary termbase to each task may be useful so that each translator and reviewer can fill it in as they go through the translation or review, helping to maintain consistency throughout the file.
The most important improvement related to cloud features for Phrase Localization Platform is the possibility to have the cloud running in the European Union, as the European Union has strict rules related to data, and having vendors working on it in Europe would be a great help for their clients.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Phrase Localization Platform since about the beginning of my career when it was called Memsource, and it has been approximately 10 years now.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Phrase Localization Platform is stable, as it relies on mirroring the internet connection. One of my customers found a problem with the termbase, though I am not certain whether it was due to a Phrase Localization Platform fault or to the translation agency's error. Broadly speaking, it has been stable so far.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability of Phrase Localization Platform is effective as my direct customer, the translation agency, is very facilitated in using Phrase Localization Platform. They can manage all their projects in different languages, which is a feature that demonstrates good scalability.
How are customer service and support?
I have never gotten in touch with customer support for Phrase Localization Platform, as I have never needed it.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have never switched entirely from another solution as I work with platforms that are needed by my customers, including Trados, memoQ, Smartling, XRF, and any other platform my customers need.
What was our ROI?
My general impression is that I do not have to pay for any licenses because my direct customer, which is the translation agency, likely pays for my account, allowing me to work without bearing the cost of the editor.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I have always used the editor provided by my customers, so I have not used Phrase Localization Platform to settle price, costs, and licenses.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I consider using different platforms whenever my customers require it before choosing Phrase Localization Platform.
What other advice do I have?
Phrase Localization Platform works smoothly and I would rate it an eight out of ten.
I have never used the AI capabilities of Phrase Localization Platform.
Phrase Localization Platform is deployed in my organization in that I do not handle it myself, but several customers of mine have accounts in Phrase Cloud, which I understand is public cloud with private accounts. They provide me with the credentials to access their cloud so that I can be identifiable.
My advice to others looking into using Phrase Localization Platform is to pay particular attention to the context, which is not available at the moment for strings.