How AI-driven video translation can save you up to 10 000 USD.
Expanding your content globally is a great opportunity to grow your business. One common question in localization is deciding which languages and regions to focus on. With over 7,100 languages worldwide, it’s impossible to localize for all of them. A smart approach is to start with regions already visiting your platform but converting less than native speakers. Studies show that 76% of people prefer buying in their native language, and 40% won’t buy from websites in other languages.
However, traditional localization methods can be incredibly expensive. Translating, dubbing, and editing videos manually costs time and money that many creators and businesses simply cannot spare. But what if you could localize your videos faster, at a fraction of the cost?
With ContentBy, you can cut localization costs by up to 90%, thanks to its advanced AI-powered tools. In this article, we will explore how AI assistant translation is cost efficient and faster compared to traditional methods.

Why Traditional Localization is Expensive
If you don’t use AI tools like ContentBy, you have the following options:
Manual Localization: Involves hiring a team of translators, voice actors, and editors. Costs range from $200 to $500 per language.
Cost: $1,500–$2,000 per 10-minute video per language.
Time: Several weeks to complete.
Freelance Services: Platforms like Fiverr or Upwork allow you to outsource individual parts of the localization process. Professional human translations typically cost $0.10–$0.20 per word.
Cost: Lower upfront but requires significant project management.
Quality: Inconsistent results depending on freelancer expertise.
Localization Agencies: Full-service agencies handle everything for you. Editors charge $50 to $150 per hour.
Cost: High, starting at $3,000 per project.
Time: Still lengthy, depending on project complexity.
Other AI tools: While AI tools like Rask, Descript, and Sonix offer automation, they often support fewer languages max 70-90 or compromise on quality. They often rely on robotic voices or dubbing, failing to maintain the original creator's voice or proper lip sync when you translate videos.
High video localization costs
Traditional video localization involves hiring voice actors, translators, and video editors, leading to high costs and lengthy production times. For example, translating a 24-second video from English to French can be both time-consuming and expensive based on our research.
Cost and Time Estimates:
Translation Services: Professional translation rates range from $0.18 to $0.25 per word. Assuming a 24-second video contains approximately 60 words, the translation cost would be between $10.80 and $15.00.
Voice-Over Recording: Hiring a professional voice actor for a short segment can cost between $200 and $500 per language.
Video Editing: Synchronizing the new audio with the video may require 1–2 hours of editing, at rates of $50 to $150 per hour, totaling $50 to $300.
Total Estimated Cost: $260.80 to $815.00. Also, it takes several days to a week, considering coordination among various professionals.
How ContentBy Saves You Money
AI-Powered Video Translation: ContentBy translates your videos into 170+ languages using AI, eliminating the need for hiring translators and voice actors. It even syncs lip movements and voice tone, ensuring a natural and professional look. Users do not need to record their own voices, just upload the video and let the AI do the magic. Your viewers might not even realize it’s a translation!
Faster Turnaround: Traditional localization can take weeks. ContentBy completes the process in minutes, allowing you to release content faster and stay ahead in the market.
One Tool for Everything: Instead of juggling multiple tools and services, ContentBy offers a one-stop platform for:
Video Translation
Subtitles and Captions
Video Highlights
AI Summarization
Affordable Plans: With plans starting at just $10 per month for 25 successful videos, ContentBy makes localization accessible to everyone, from individual creators to large companies.
Real Savings Example
Traditional Method: A 10-minute video localized in 3 languages costs $4,500–$6,000.
With ContentBy: The same video can cost $0.4 per video, saving you thousands.
Beyond Cost Savings
Localization isn't just about saving money; it's about expanding your reach. Localized videos can increase audience engagement by 40%, leading to higher sales and greater brand awareness.
Who Can Benefit?
Content Creators: Grow your audience by translating your YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram videos into popular languages like Spanish, French, and Hindi.
Businesses: Localize marketing ads, training materials, and product demos to connect with international clients and teams. Think about a global company like Booking.com operates in countless markets, each requiring localized TV ads to connect with diverse audiences. Traditionally, this meant hiring multilingual actors and extensive post-production work, costing months and thousands of dollars. By leveraging ContentBy's AI-powered video translation technology, they can streamline this process significantly. This approach allows Booking.com to cut post-production time in half, saving an impressive 3-4 months on average, and successfully localize advertisements in 45 locations within three months
Educators: Make educational content accessible to students around the world by offering multiple language options.
Start Saving with ContentBy Today
Localization doesn't have to be a financial burden. With ContentBy, you can create high-quality, localized videos quickly and affordably. Start with our Free Plan and experience the difference AI-powered tools can make.
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