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Small open language model from the German OpenGPT-X project, trained for all 24 official EU languages.
DeepL AI features, pricing and GDPR (October 2026)
AI translator from Cologne for text, documents and conversations, with glossaries, translation memory and the DeepL Write assistant.
Per userFree plan
from €7.49 per user/month
Pricing details
According to the German pricing page, a free plan with 50,000 characters a month; Individual from €7.49 a month, Team from €24.99 and Business from €49.99 per user per month with annual billing, Enterprise on request. DeepL Write costs an extra €6.99 per user per month on Individual and Team. As of September 2026.
What is DeepL?
DeepL is a machine translation service from Cologne for companies that translate text, documents and spoken conversations, with glossaries, translation memory and a writing assistant for editing.
DeepL offers a web translator, desktop and mobile apps, add-ins for Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, browser extensions and an API for developers. Paid plans range from a single-user plan to Team, Business and Enterprise with admin controls. The company, DeepL SE, is registered in Cologne and says more than 200,000 businesses use its products. Texts sent on Pro plans are not stored permanently and are not used for training, according to the privacy policy.
DeepL AI features and use cases
- Translates documents with layout intactStaff upload Word, PDF, PowerPoint or Excel files and get a translated file back in the original format. Teams save the time otherwise spent rebuilding tables and slides after translation.
- Keeps company terminology consistentGlossaries and translation memory tell the engine which terms and earlier translations to reuse. Product names and legal terms stay the same across documents and translators.
- Polishes text before it goes outDeepL Write suggests changes to wording, style and tone in the same language. It is an add-on on smaller plans and included in Business.
- Translates live conversationsDeepL Voice translates spoken conversations in real time. Every paid plan includes 30 minutes per user per month, useful for short calls with partners who speak another language.
What sets DeepL apart
- Company based in Cologne, infrastructure mainly in the European Economic Area according to the privacy policy.
- Integrates into Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Google Workspace and browsers, plus an API and an MCP connection for AI assistants.
- Prices per user are listed publicly in euros, including a free plan limited to 50,000 characters a month.
Where DeepL is strongest
Germany Available internationally
DeepL SE is headquartered in Cologne and registered at the Cologne local court; according to its privacy policy, its infrastructure sits mainly in the European Economic Area.
Questions to ask before you buy DeepL
Use a paid plan for business content, because the free version may use texts for training according to the privacy policy. DeepL requires a separate data processing agreement for personal data, available through sales. Single sign-on is available on Team and Business only for more than 50 users, and on Enterprise without that threshold. Check whether translated contracts or HR letters still need review by a person.
Using DeepL in the EU: GDPR and AI Act
- Data locationEU (according to the vendor). Hosting regions: EU.
- Data processing agreementOn request.
- EU AI ActCheck whether the AI prepares decisions about people. If not, the high-risk rules usually do not apply. The high-risk obligations apply from December 2, 2027 (Digital Omnibus).
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Questions about DeepL
Does DeepL have a free plan?
Yes. The free plan covers 50,000 characters a month, one document translation and one glossary. Individual and Team can also be tested free for 30 days.
Are texts stored or used for training?
On Pro plans, texts are kept only as long as needed to deliver the translation and then deleted, according to the privacy policy. The free version may use texts to improve the models.
Which certifications does DeepL hold?
The data security page names a SOC 2 Type II audit. The product page also lists ISO 27001 and a BSI C5 Type 2 attestation.
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