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# Get Started with Beta Language and how it works

*Ready to take your store global? Our exciting **Beta Languages** feature breaks through Shopify's language barriers, giving you access to **more languages** instead of just 20. This means you can now connect with customers worldwide in their native languages, making your store truly accessible to global shoppers.*

## Table of Contents

[I. What Are Beta Languages?](#2-i-what-are-beta-languages)

[II. How Beta Languages Work](#2-ii-how-beta-languages-work)

[III. What Happens When You Change Plans](#2-iii-what-happens-when-you-change-plans)

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## I. What Are Beta Languages?

**Beta Languages** is our innovative solution that expands your translation capabilities far beyond Shopify's standard limits. While Shopify typically allows only 20 editable languages, our beta program unlocks **more languages total**:

* **20 standard editable languages** (from Shopify)
* **127 additional beta languages** (powered by **Transcy**)

With **Beta Languages**, you get full access to Transcy’s editable experience - from translating content using **premium AI engines** to configuring **automated translation rules** and managing all advanced translation settings.

This breakthrough feature helps you reach customers in markets you never thought possible, from major global languages to niche regional dialects.

**Beta language** is **only available** for the **Cross-border and Global plan**

![Beta language with Transcy](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/3/5/1/b/351b76ece3eb1400/screenshot1_1r4ajn0.png)

### Why This Matters for Your Business

When customers can shop in their native language, they're more likely to:
* Stay longer on your site
* Complete their purchases
* Return for future shopping
* Recommend your store to others

Beta Languages also have these limitations:
* Translations are not permanently saved in Shopify system if the app is uninstalled.
* Some Shopify features may not fully support Beta Languages.

### Note:

As of September 4, 2025, Transcy has launched new subscription plans to improve stability, convenience, and flexibility, replacing our previous plans. You might be wondering whether your beta languages will still be available. Here are some key points you should know
 
**For existing beta language participants (Premium and Enterprise plans):**
* Your current beta language count will remain unchanged as a loyalty benefit for our long-term customers who have been with us throughout this period
* If your **current language count exceeds** **limit**, you can continue **using all existing languages without restrictions**, but you **won't be able to add new ones**
* Even if you remove some beta languages, you still won't be able to add new languages back
**For new customers and existing customers without sufficient quota:**
* Language addition will be limited based on subscription plan: 
* 50 languages (20 editable languages + **30 beta languages**) for **Cross-border plan**.
* 147 languages (20 editable languages + **127 beta languages**) for **Global plan**
* Translations will continue working for approved languages, but new language additions will be restricted until quota becomes available or plan is upgraded

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## II. How Beta Languages Work

Our **Beta Languages** feature seamlessly integrates with your existing **Transcy** setup:

➜ **Access 127 additional languages** beyond Shopify's 20-language limit  
➜ **Manage translations** for previously non-editable languages  
➜ **Enable multiple regional variants** of the same language  
➜ **Expand to new markets** without technical complications

| When you enable beta languages, you'll maintain access to them free of charge after the official feature launch

| These additional languages are powered by Transcy's translation engine, ensuring consistent quality across all your enabled languages.

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## III. What Happens When You Change Plans

### If You Downgrade Your Plan

When you switch from **Cross-border or Global to Local plus, Regional, Continental or Free plans:**

➜ **Beta language access stops** - The additional languages become unavailable
➜ **Standard languages remain** - Your original Editable languages still working
➜ **No data loss** - Your translations are safely stored

### If You Upgrade Again Later

➜ **Re-join the beta program** to regain access  
➜ **Your previous translations return** - Nothing gets lost permanently  
➜ **Full functionality restored** for all enabled languages

*Think of it as putting your expanded language capabilities on pause rather than losing them forever.*

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**Ready to go global?** The **Beta Languages** feature opens doors to markets you never imagined reaching. Start connecting with customers worldwide in their preferred languages and watch your business grow beyond borders.

*For additional guidance or questions about the beta program, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team through LiveChat in your app or email us at* support@transcy.io