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| Multi-Language Support | Interface available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese |
Multi-Language Support
Charon speaks your language. The interface is available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese. Switch languages instantly in settings—no reload required.
Overview
Charon's interface is fully localized, making it accessible to users worldwide. All UI elements, error messages, and documentation links adapt to your selected language. Language switching happens instantly in the browser without requiring a page reload or server restart.
Supported Languages
| Language | Code | Status |
|---|---|---|
| English | en |
Complete (default) |
| Spanish | es |
Complete |
| French | fr |
Complete |
| German | de |
Complete |
| Chinese (Simplified) | zh |
Complete |
Why Use This
- Native Experience: Use Charon in your preferred language
- Team Accessibility: Support multilingual teams
- Instant Switching: Change languages without interruption
- Complete Coverage: All UI elements are translated
Changing Language
To change the interface language:
- Click your username in the top-right corner
- Select Settings
- Find the Language dropdown
- Select your preferred language
The interface updates immediately—no reload required.
Per-User Setting
Language preference is stored per user account. Each team member can use Charon in their preferred language independently.
Browser Language Detection
On first visit, Charon attempts to detect your browser's language preference. If a supported language matches, it's selected automatically. You can override this in settings at any time.
What Gets Translated
- Navigation menus and buttons
- Form labels and placeholders
- Error and success messages
- Tooltips and help text
- Confirmation dialogs
What Stays in English
Some technical content remains in English for consistency:
- Log messages (from Caddy/CrowdSec)
- API responses
- Configuration file syntax
- Domain names and URLs
Contributing Translations
Help improve Charon's translations or add new languages:
- Review the Contributing Translations Guide
- Translation files are in the frontend
locales/directory - Submit improvements via pull request
We welcome contributions for:
- New language additions
- Translation corrections
- Context improvements