Languages

Shopify allows your store to operate in multiple languages to serve different markets. When you add a new language, all content such as products, collections, pages, blogs, navigation, and theme text can be translated manually or automatically using the Shopify Translate & Adapt app.

How to Add Languages

Below is the standard process for adding and activating new languages in Shopify.

1. Open Language Settings

Go to: Settings → Languages

Here you can see all active languages and add new ones.

2. Add a New Language

Click Add language → select the language you want to enable (e.g., French, German, Japanese).

The language will be added to your list but will not appear on the storefront until you publish it.

3. Install “Shopify Translate & Adapt”

To translate your store’s content, you need to install:

Shopify Translate & Adapt

This app allows you to:

• Auto-translate your store

• Manually edit translations

• Manage content for each language

4. Translate Your Store

Open the Shopify Translate & Adapt app → choose the language you want to translate.

You can translate:

• Products

• Collections

• Pages

• Blogs

• Navigation

• Theme content (text from the theme such as buttons, labels, headings)

You may use automatic translation first and then adjust the text manually.

If you haven’t installed the app yet, please follow the instructions below to set it up.