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WPML to Polylang

By Chouby

Multilingual & Accessibility / Translation & Multilingual Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

WPML to Polylang Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily import multilingual data from WPML into Polylang. This plugin allows you to transfer languages, posts, and translations seamlessly.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.8/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 20+ reviews)

Active Installations

5,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin facilitates the import of multilingual data from WPML into Polylang. It imports languages and WPML options that exist in Polylang, ensuring a smooth transition. You can import posts and terms languages along with translations for custom post types and taxonomies.

The plugin also handles the import of multilingual navigation menus and string translations without deleting any WPML data. It is important to back up your database before proceeding with the import process.

To use the plugin, deactivate WPML, activate Polylang or Polylang Pro, and then proceed with the import using the WPML Importer tool. After the import, you can deactivate or delete the WPML to Polylang plugin.

Comparing to Alternatives

WPML to Polylang serves a specific niche of migrating translations from WPML to Polylang, with several other multilingual plugins available for broader translation management.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Extremely fast and straightforward migration process from WPML to Polylang.
Saves significant time compared to manual migration.
High user satisfaction with a 5-star average rating.
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe use.
Supports complete transfer of translated pages and templates.

Weaknesses

Requires complete removal of WPML after migration for translations to work properly.
Limited to migration tasks, not a full multilingual solution on its own.
Some users may need to research WPML removal process separately.
Does not handle ongoing translation management post-migration.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star average from 20 ratings and no low-star reviews, users overwhelmingly praise the plugin's efficiency and ease of use.

Positive highlights

"Extremely easy transfer from WPML to Polylang!" - Anonymous
"Very helpful plugin... did in 3 minutes, including downloading." - samuelvictor
"Works great. Migrated from WPML to Polylang with a few clicks." - Krzysztof Busłowicz
"Good plugin, thanks for this awesome plugin." - Elizaveta Chirva
"Nice!" - leshaabr

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Requires complete removal of WPML after migration, which can be tricky.
Limited functionality beyond migration, not a full multilingual plugin.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking to quickly and easily migrate their multilingual content from WPML to Polylang without manual effort.

Not ideal for

Those seeking a comprehensive multilingual plugin for ongoing translation management or users unfamiliar with safely removing WPML after migration.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a fast and complete migration of translated pages and templates from WPML to Polylang, saving significant manual effort.

Pro version

Offers additional features to enhance migration capabilities and support, although specific premium features are not detailed.

Final Verdict

WPML to Polylang excels as a specialized migration tool, delivering a fast, reliable, and user-friendly way to switch from WPML to Polylang. Its flawless user ratings and lack of security issues make it a trustworthy choice for site owners needing this specific functionality.

However, it is not a full multilingual solution and requires users to fully remove WPML post-migration, which may require additional effort. For those needing ongoing translation management, other plugins should be considered. Overall, it offers excellent value for its targeted purpose.