Fluently

Fluently is a Chrome extension designed to generate accurate AI-translated captions for YouTube videos. It addresses the limitations of YouTube's auto-captions by providing translations that are more reliable and contextually appropriate. Users can select from over 20 output languages, and the extension works on any YouTube video, making foreign-language content accessible to a wider audience. Beyond simple translation, Fluently offers an AI-powered Q&A feature that allows users to click on any caption segment and ask questions about it, enhancing comprehension and learning.

The extension is built for learners, travelers, and anyone who wants to understand videos in languages they are not fluent in. It streamlines the process: after installing the extension, users navigate to a YouTube video, click 'Translate', choose their target language, and wait for the captions to be generated. The captions appear in real-time while the video plays, and users can interact with them using the AI Q&A function. Fluently operates on a subscription model with two paid tiers—Standard at $9.99/month and Premium at $24.99/month—each offering a monthly translation quota and additional features such as translation notes and priority support.

While the tool is marketed primarily for YouTube, it relies on the Chrome browser and requires an internet connection. The free tier availability is not explicitly mentioned on the website, so users should verify current pricing and limits. Fluently positions itself as an improvement over YouTube's built-in auto-translate by offering higher accuracy and interactive learning capabilities.