About DeepL

DeepL Write for non-native bloggers is a simple way to make your English sound more natural. You can write a paragraph, let DeepL Write fix grammar and suggest smoother wording, and keep the changes you agree with. DeepL also offers a translator, so you can draft in your own language first and polish the English after.

DeepL is best known for its AI translator. This page covers both the translator and DeepL Write, what each plan includes, the honest limits and how to start.

What do DeepL Translator and DeepL Write do?

DeepL Translator turns text or whole files from one language into another. Many users find its English reads more naturally than older translators.

DeepL Write is a writing assistant. It does not translate. It corrects grammar, spelling and punctuation and offers other ways to phrase a sentence. You can also pick a style or tone. The help center lists English (US and UK), Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish.

Both work on the website, in desktop and phone apps and in browser extensions. DeepL Write also works with Google Docs, Gmail and Microsoft Word.

How can DeepL Write for non-native bloggers fit your workflow?

Writing in a second language is slow. Ellys, who runs this site, knows this well. One article can take him about three days, and most of that time goes into re-reading to fix grammar. A tool like DeepL Write targets exactly that step.

Here is a workflow many bilingual writers use:

  1. Write your outline and first draft in the language you think in.
  2. Translate the draft into English with DeepL Translator.
  3. Paste each section into DeepL Write and review its suggestions one by one.
  4. Read the English version aloud and fix anything that sounds off or changes your meaning.
  5. Add the final touches yourself: your examples, your opinions, your links.

If you already write in English, skip the first two steps and use DeepL Write as a final polish.

A few tips help the workflow go faster. Work on one paragraph at a time, because short chunks are easier to review. Use a glossary on Pro plans to keep brand and technical terms the same in every post. Keep the original draft open next to the English version, so you can see when the meaning has moved.

How much does DeepL cost?

The translator has a free version with a monthly character limit and a small number of file translations. DeepL Pro is paid and comes in Individual, Team, Business and Enterprise plans. Higher plans allow more characters, more files and glossaries.

DeepL Write is free with a limit on how much text you can check per session. Unlimited use with maximum data security needs DeepL Write Pro. The help center notes that a normal DeepL Pro plan does not include Write Pro. You buy it as an add-on on some plans, while Business and Enterprise include it. See the DeepL Pro page for current prices.

What are the honest limits of DeepL?

  • Translation is not perfect. It can miss idioms, jokes, tone and technical terms. Someone who reads both languages should check important posts.
  • Write suggestions can change meaning. A smoother sentence is not always the same sentence. Compare each change with what you meant.
  • It cannot add value for you. It improves wording, not ideas. A thin post stays thin in better English.
  • Machine translation at scale is risky. Google's spam policies list automated translating of scraped content to make many pages as scaled content abuse. Translating your own posts with care is fine. Translating other sites' content in bulk is not.

Google's guidance on generative AI content asks site owners to review AI output for accuracy. That applies to translated pages too. After polishing, scan the text with our free AI cliché checker to catch stiff phrases.

How do you get started with DeepL?

  1. Go to deepl.com and open the Translator or Write from the top menu.
  2. Create a free account to save settings and raise some limits.
  3. In Write, choose English (US or UK) and paste one paragraph at a time.
  4. Click each highlighted change to see other options, and accept only what you agree with.
  5. Install the browser extension or the Word add-in if you write in those places.
  6. Check the final length with our word counter before you publish.

What are good alternatives to DeepL?

Compare these and more in our AI tools directory:

  • Grammarly checks English as you type and offers fluency help on its Pro plan.
  • QuillBot has a grammar checker and a paraphraser for rewording your own sentences.
  • ChatGPT or Claude can translate and edit text when you give clear instructions.

For writers who think in another language, DeepL Write for non-native bloggers is one of the most useful free tools. Draft in your own words, polish with Write, and give every post a final human read.

Frequently asked questions

Is DeepL Write free?

Yes, DeepL Write has a free version with a limit on how much text you can check per session. DeepL Write Pro removes that limit and adds stronger data security. Normal DeepL Pro plans do not include it.

Is DeepL better than Google Translate for blog posts?

Many writers find DeepL's English more natural, but results depend on the language pair and the topic. Test a few of your own paragraphs in both. Always have the final text reviewed.

Can I publish posts translated with DeepL?

Yes, if you translate your own content and review it. Read the English version, fix errors and adapt examples for your readers. Avoid translating other sites' articles in bulk.