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title: What is Matecat?
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# What is Matecat?

Matecat is a free, open-source, online Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tool designed to help professional translators work faster and manage translation projects more efficiently.

Whether you are an independent translator, a Language Service Provider (LSP), or a company, Matecat provides the professional tools you need to translate and manage projects in one place, at no cost

Matecat supports[77 file formats](https://guides.matecat.com/supported-formats-and-languages?hsLang=en) and over 200 languages, making it a flexible solution for a wide range of translation needs.

### Who can benefit from Matecat?

Matecat is designed for anyone who needs an efficient translation workflow:

- **Individual professional translators** who want to manage their translation projects autonomously, improve productivity and make the most of translation technology.
- **Language Service Providers (LSPs)** who need to handle large volumes of translation projects and streamline their workflows.
- **Companies and occasional users** who need professional translation services. Through Matecat, they can also outsource their projects to[Translated](https://translated.com/welcome), benefiting from professional translations, fast turnaround times and competitive prices.

### **Why is Matecat free?**

We believe translation technology should be accessible to everyone. That's why Matecat is free and open source.

Our sustainable business model allows translators to use all Matecat features without subscription fees or usage limits, while also offering the option to outsource translation projects to[Translated](https://translated.com/welcome).

This combination of free technology and professional translation services allows us to keep Matecat free while continuously supporting its development.

### **What do you need to use Matecat?**

Matecat is a web-based CAT tool, so there's no need to download or install any software.

All you need is:

1. A web browser.
2. An internet connection.

For the best experience and optimal performance, we recommend using the latest version of your browser.

### **What happens if you lose your internet connection?**

Matecat is designed to work online and requires an internet connection to synchronize your work.

However, if your connection is temporarily interrupted, you can continue translating up to 30 segments. Once your internet connection is restored, Matecat automatically synchronizes the translated segments.

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