--- source_url: "https://www.agora.io/en/products/real-time-translation/?utm_source=openai" title: "Real-Time Translation API for Voice & Video Communication" mirrored_at: 2026-08-19T03:03:24.716Z host: www.agora.io cited_in_42a: true mirror_canonical: "https://index.42a.ai/www.agora.io/en/products/real-time-translation/index__q__utm_source_openai" --- > **Original source:** https://www.agora.io/en/products/real-time-translation/?utm_source=openai Media Service ## Real-Time TranslationBeta Enable seamless multilingual communication with live speech-to-text translation for voice, video, and streaming applications. ![A man with a headset leads a virtual meeting, with live English transcription on the left and a Spanish translation subtitle that reads, "El enfoque principal fue mejorar la participación de nuestros clientes," alongside video feeds of other participants.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6732497200b219fc50e98d3b_real-time-translation-hero-01.webp) Supported Platforms Media Service ## Agora Conversational AI Engine Enable seamless multilingual communication with live speech-to-text translation for voice, video, and streaming applications. ![Stylized glowing AI orb and a microphone icon labeled 'Your AI Agent'](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6732497200b219fc50e98d3b_real-time-translation-hero-01.webp) Supported Platforms Customers building with Agora and OpenAI ## Real-time engagement across **voice and video**, powered by AI Deliver seamless real-time experiences on any device with Agora’s flexible RTC platform—with flexible SDKs, APIs, and tools built for developers. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6a33b9a1e4e426545c87505e_checker.webp) ### Voice Calling & Streaming  Embed real-time voice chat into any application with ultra-low latency and global reliability. ### Video Calling & Streaming Build immersive HD video experiences across web, mobile, and desktop devices. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6a33c22a7a5dc75ab4d2372e_videocalling.webp) ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6a33c156710f61d52a11ab1b_mediaservices.webp) ### Media Services Enhance real-time streaming with services for recording, transcoding, importing, and exporting. ## Key Features ![Speech to speech or to text icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6734a0acd66e6ed11c6206f4_speech-to-speech-or-text-32x32-icon.svg) ### Live translation Live speech-to-text translation to keep the conversation flowing seamlessly in real-time communication or live streaming. ![Multi-language translation icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6734a0a37878270806941e98_multi-language-translation-32x32-icon.svg) ### Multi-language translation Manage multilingual interactions with speech translation of up to four source languages into ten target languages with support for [30+ languages](https://docs.agora.io/en/realtime-media/speech-to-text/build/start-transcribing-and-translating/translation). ![Use with Real-Time Speech-to-Text icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6734a07f1ff7948649bc5464_high-accuracy-32x32-icon.svg) ### High accuracy Agora's Advanced Speech Recognition (ASR) captures spoken language and converts it to text accurately using sophisticated speech recognition technologies. ![Translation transcripts icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6734a092136aa7a4495bf772_translation-transcripts-32x32-icon.svg) ### Translated captions Easily readable translated live captions are continuously delivered to all participants. Video text track (VTT) files can be stored in the cloud for future reference, AI analysis, or compliance. ![Support for # languages icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6734a09cc798f9a26bec25f5_ultra-low-latency-32x32-icon.svg) ### Ultra-low latency translation Ensure seamless translation for real-time communication with end-to-start latency of less than 1 second and an average end-to-end latency of under 3 seconds. ![LLM integration icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6734a03717d52c67ff350790_llm-integration-32x32-icon.svg) ### LLM integration Process translated text using custom large language models (LLMs) or integrate with additional AI services to enhance capabilities and streamline workflows. [ Extensions Marketplace Easily Integrate powerful, fun and interactive features into your real-time app ![Agora Extensions Marketplace thumbnail](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/66b0ea2103e7281069b091c9_Illustration_ExtensionMarketplace_New.webp) ](https://www.agora.io/en/extensions-marketplace/) ## Enable Seamless Global Communication with Instant Translation Agora’s Real-Time Translation provides accurate live translation in ultra-low latency. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/67326f248d2b96ade784a7ea_RealtimeSTT_Benefit-Hero%20copy.webp) ![Language barriers icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/669757e912390e5de0d4619d_Scale.svg) ### Remove language barriers in real time Real-time translation of spoken content into up to ten target languages using advanced neural machine translation models. ![Language barriers icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/669757e912390e5de0d4619d_Scale.svg) ![Advanced Speech Recognition (ASR) icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6620f81a6a58b0d17ab4cdf5_group_add.svg) ### Expand your audience Expand your audience globally with instant language translation combined with a global network for real-time video and voice to attract and engage users anywhere. ![Advanced Speech Recognition (ASR) icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6620f81a6a58b0d17ab4cdf5_group_add.svg) ![High accuracy with ultra-low latency icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/66975874a9d6f93a4db9591a_language.svg) ### Enable global connections Allow your users to connect and communicate seamlessly with anyone worldwide via voice or video chat. ![High accuracy with ultra-low latency icon](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/66975874a9d6f93a4db9591a_language.svg) ![Image of dedicated support by agora](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/669116c3dce95af5e37fee0a_Support%20Plan%20Card%20Image.webp) ### Get dedicated expert help when you need it Experience greater scalability, performance and real-time operational efficiency — from 1:1 consultation, issue classification, to strategic production escalation and more, we’ve got you covered. Our dedicated team of experts is committed to delivering an unparalleled support experience. Global Support Experts Optimal Resolution Time Satisfaction Guaranteed [ View Support Plans ](https://www.agora.io/en/support-plans/) ## Your vision, unrestricted. With Interactive Whiteboard, you can build a collaborative app fast—with custom branding and full of features. Our platform makes it easy to create a customized and engaging learning environment. - Flexible APIs support custom branding and extensive digital whiteboard features. - Easily integrate real-time voice and video calling, interactive live streaming and signaling. - Save users’ bandwidth by preloading, sharing, and annotating files, and retain all the dynamic content. And have peace of mind with HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA compliance. ## See OpenAI's Realtime API in action ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/66f54cf2e78b9bb264bd2366_Group.svg) ## Made for developers ### Quickstart guide View the quickstart guide to get up and running with Agora and Open AI. ## Made for developers Your Code ### Agora SDK Customize your experience from the start with our flexible SDK. Your Code ### Agora SDK Build and integrate real-time video into your app with the most flexibility and  customization using Agora's Video SDK. NO CODE ### App Builder Agora’s App Builder is the fastest and easiest way to real-time video into your product using our no-code visual designer. [ Go to Docs ](https://appbuilder-docs.agora.io/) low code ### Agora UI Kit Add real-time video to your app with only a few lines of code using low-code UI Kit libraries. [ Go to Docs ](https://docs.agora.io/en/realtime-media/video/get-started-sdk/android) your code ### Agora SDK Customize your experience from the start with our flexible SDK. [ Go to Docs ](https://docs.agora.io/en/real-time-stt/develop/translation) low code ### Agora UI Kit Integrate real-time communication and streaming using only a few lines of code with low-code UIKit libraries. [ Go to Docs ](#) ### Documentation ### Documentation This project presents you a set of API examples to help you understand how to use Agora APIs. View Agora documentation on Real-Time Translation [ Go to Docs ](https://docs.agora.io/en/realtime-media/speech-to-text/build/start-transcribing-and-translating/translation) Activate the AI Noise Suppression extension on the Agora Console. Activate the Real-Time Translation extension in the Agora Console. your code ### Agora SDK Build and integrate Live Streaming with the most flexibility and full customization using Agora's Video SDK. [ Go to Docs ](https://docs.agora.io/en/real-time-stt/develop/translation) NO code ### App Builder Agora’s App Builder is the fastest and easiest way to add real-time voice chat, video chat, and live streaming into your product. [ Go to Docs ](https://appbuilder-docs.agora.io/) your code ### Agora SDK Build and integrate real-time visual collaboration features into your application with the most flexibility and full customization using Agora's Interactive Whiteboard SDK. [ Go to Docs ](https://docs.agora.io/en/real-time-stt/develop/translation) LOW code ### Fastboard Build real-time visual collaboration faster with a pre-built UI and the ability to include custom plugins. [ Try it Now ](#) Security, privacy and compliance Agora is certified to the ISO/IEC 27001, 27017, 27018, 27701 and SOC 2 security standards and meets privacy regulations like GDPR, CCAP, COPPA, and HIPAA. Agora doesn’t collect or store any end-user data aside from Internet Protocol (IP) addresses and operational information necessary for providing our services. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698f338d56d7723864850ec_Vector%20\(2\).svg) ISO 27001:2022 ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698f338d56d7723864850ec_Vector%20\(2\).svg) ISO 27017:2015 ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698f338d56d7723864850ec_Vector%20\(2\).svg) ISO 27018:2019 ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698f338d56d7723864850ec_Vector%20\(2\).svg) ISO 27701:2019 ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698ef6da9d24c69df3e650c_HIPPA.svg) HIPAA ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698ef6ac96ff4536a18e5a5_GDPR.svg) GDPR ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698ef7185ac3ef09b696bac_SOC%202.svg) SOC2 Type1&2 ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698f2a453dabd407891acc5_Vector.svg) CCPA ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/6698f29f668b6d0712b5cf49_Vector%20\(1\).svg) COPPA HOW TO INTEGRATE? 01 Activate Agora Conversational AI Engine Unlock real-time Speech-to-Text (STT) and Text-to-Speech (TTS) capabilities, enabling seamless conversational interactions.  02 Integrate Agora Edge Chip on Hardware Optimize microphone, speaker, and system efficiency to ensure ultra-low-latency and high-fidelity conversations. 03 Deploy AI Voice Agents Enable interactive, multilingual, and user-customized conversations for a wide range of IoT applications. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/68cc89da4d83b2e8ad621240_Riselink%20logo.png) ## Integrated chipset and module By building our Conversational AI technology into RiseLink's high-performance IoT chip modules, the turnkey solution makes it easy to integrate embedded voice AI hardware into any connected toy. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/68cc8a615f19ae0b85c3e47c_Riselink%20Devicekit.png) “With Agora’s conversational AI technology and our optimized AI hardware, we’re enabling the next generation of toys to think, respond, and interact naturally. We are excited to usher in the future of robotics and toys, ones that can react to the environment around them and interact fluently with users.”  ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/67cb4fc0925fce5268680d77_image%20\(17\).png) Pengfei Zhang CEO, Riselink Use Cases ## Elevate your global communication Translate audio for real-time communication and integrate with LLMs to optimize business operations and connect audiences worldwide. ![A professor stands in front of a whiteboard with engine diagrams and calculations, accompanied by a bilingual transcript in English and Korean explaining engine components and their characteristics.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6716e999e5b3b85778c1abf5_STT-usage-Education-Beta-Korean.webp) ### Education Offer courses and learning materials in multiple languages, promoting inclusive education and reaching students worldwide. ![A basketball player in a red jersey dunks the ball during a game, with the scoreboard showing a close score and the text "Unglaublicher Zug! Der Spielstand ist jetzt 68-65" displayed below.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6716e99033fd09b399e56a5f_STT-uage-Events-Beta-German.webp) ### Virtual Events Host global webinars and conferences with real-time translation, enhancing engagement and participation from international audiences. ![A virtual meeting with four participants shown on screen, alongside notes in Italian summarizing key points, pending questions, and action items for a business discussion.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6716e9a5baeec5b30f4e76d1_STT-usage-VirtualMeetings-Beta-Italian.webp) ### Meetings Enable seamless communication within multinational teams, ensuring everyone is on the same page regardless of language differences. ![ A smiling vendor stands behind a variety of fresh vegetables at a market, with a shopping option overlay showing a basket of produce and a "Koop Nou" (Buy Now) button.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6716e968ef31248a06bc7a7b_STT-usage-LiveShopping-Beta-Affrican.webp) ### Live Shopping Provide multilingual customer support and shopping experiences, breaking down language barriers and increasing international sales. ![A doctor speaks to a smiling patient during a virtual consultation, with the text "Ik heb je vitamine D-rapporten klaar..." displayed below.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6716e95433fd09b399e53ed7_STT-usage-Telehealth-Beta-Dutch.webp) ### Telehealth Real-time translation bridges language gaps between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring clear understanding of symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment plans. ![A smiling woman holds a bifana sandwich at a vibrant market, with the text "Adorando esta Bifana" displayed below.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/661e75fc70756be16764754b/6716e943cc6eb22f3807176f_STT-usage-Social-Spanish.webp) ### Social Connect users globally by offering real-time translations in chats, comments, and live interactions, fostering a more connected community. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/67cb5f57e26e923893460b62_Logo.png) Robopoet's Fuzzoo, an AI companion robot, leverages Agora's ConvoAI Device Kit to deliver real-time emotional support and personalized interaction. ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/67cb5ec69106def931aa3324_image%20\(19\).png) "Agora’s AI technology enables toys and robots to interact in a way that feels natural and engaging. With real-time voice processing, emotional AI, and advanced speech capabilities, Agora makes seamless human-machine interaction possible and ensures exceptional performance and reliability."  ![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/67cb5eb80b5e4ea92102486a_image%20\(20\).png) Yuna Pan Co-Founder and CTO ![Mouse cursor illustration](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660affa848e8af81bdd03909/662a373f77f17fc9448f7bc3_Illustration.webp) ## Fastboard Easily build and integrate Agora’s Interactive Whiteboard with our newest Fastboard SDK that delivers all the same whiteboard features with a pre-built UI and the ability to include custom plug ins. [ Try it Now ](#) No items found. Request more information Connect with our experts to answer your questions, discuss requirements, and provide more detail on the ConvoAI Device Kit