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Best Document Translator for Indian Languages

by Stéphane Turquay

More people than ever are working across multiple languages in India — and many of them need to translate full documents, not just single phrases.

Whether you're a student submitting an application in Tamil, an HR manager sharing forms in Hindi, or a freelancer delivering reports, chances are you've searched for the best translator app for Indian languages. But what most online tools offer is basic: copy-paste translation, stripped formatting, and no option for entire documents.

If you're looking for a cleaner, more reliable way to translate PDF or Word documents into Indian languages, here's how Smallpdf can help — especially when local apps fall short.

Why Most Translators Don’t Work Well for Documents

Search “India language translation” or “how to translate documents to Indian languages online free” and you’ll likely land on one of three types of tools: 1. Copy-paste boxes like Google Translate, which don’t support full-document upload 2. Mobile apps with limited language options and no file support 3. Translation services that charge per word and require days for delivery

These options might work for casual use — but if you're working with actual files (contracts, resumes, forms, or reports), they won’t preserve your layout, file type, or privacy.

That’s where Smallpdf Translate PDF stands out.

How to Translate a Document to Hindi

Smallpdf offers a browser-based tool that supports full document translation — including PDFs, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files.

Step-by-step:

  1. Go to Smallpdf Translate PDF
  2. Upload your file (no need to pre-convert — .docx, .pdf, .xlsx, and .pptx are all accepted)
  3. First, select your translation type:
  • Summary – for a short overview
  • Entire Document – for full translation with formatting retained
  1. Choose your source and target languages
  2. Click Translate
  3. Download the translated file in PDF format
Translate a Document to Hindi

Translate a Document to Hindi

No sign-up. No formatting loss. No complex software.

Use Cases in India: Who Is This For?

Smallpdf is ideal for professionals, students, and teams who work across languages:

  • Students applying to universities in Hindi or English
  • HR teams onboarding employees in different states
  • Business owners localizing brochures, agreements, or presentations
  • Freelancers translating work for clients
  • Educators preparing learning material across language barriers
  • Individuals translating resumes, certificates, or travel documents

Why Choose Smallpdf?

Here’s what sets it apart from other tools:

  • Entire document translation — not just sentence-based
  • Layout preserved — including tables, headers, and spacing
  • No software required — runs in any browser
  • Fast and free to try
  • Scanned files supported with built-in OCR
  • Secure and private — files are encrypted and auto-deleted after use

It’s not just a tool for translation — it’s a productivity shortcut that works in real-life document workflows.

FAQs

How to translate documents to Indian languages online free?

Use Smallpdf Translate PDF. Upload your document, select “हिंदी”, and download the full translated version — free to try.

Which is the best translation app for Indian languages?

For full documents (PDF, Word, Excel), Smallpdf is a reliable tool, but it currently only supports Hindi. Unlike sentence-only apps, it also maintains layout and structure.

Can I translate scanned documents into Indian languages?

Yes — Smallpdf’s built-in OCR supports scanned files and image-based PDFs. Just upload and select Hindi.

Does Smallpdf support all Indian languages?

Smallpdf currently supports translation to Hindi only.

How can I translate an entire document into Hindi or Tamil?

Use the “Entire Document” option on Smallpdf’s Translate PDF. It retains structure and translates full content, not just fragments.

Stéphane Turquay – Principal Product Manager at Smallpdf
Stéphane Turquay
Principal Product Manager @Smallpdf