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LibreTranslate vs Render API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APILibreTranslateNEW—Render APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified (software is AGPL-3.0)Unverified
Free tierFree — /languages is keyless; hosted /translate may require a key or donationFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublished (per hosted instance)Unpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

LibreTranslate vs Render API: common questions

Which is more reliable, LibreTranslate or Render API?

On our scheduled checks, Render API leads on measured uptime — LibreTranslate at —% versus Render API at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do LibreTranslate and Render API need an API key?

LibreTranslate needs no key, while Render API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for LibreTranslate first.

Can I call LibreTranslate and Render API from the browser?

Only LibreTranslate is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Render API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are LibreTranslate and Render API free for commercial use?

LibreTranslate has unclear commercial terms, and Render API has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.