About shipglobal
App localization – built by developers, not by agencies.
Why shipglobal exists
shipglobal was built to solve a specific problem:
Having to translate everything again with every app update—copy-paste, inconsistent terminology, and rising costs.
Today developers translate their apps with shipglobal in minutes, pay only for new content, and keep full control over their localization files.
App localization for developers is unnecessarily complicated, expensive, and slow. Agencies are precise—but expensive and inflexible. DIY with AI tools is cheap—but error-prone and not update-safe. We wanted to build something in between: fast, technically clean, and affordable.
Who’s behind it
Hi, I'm Jonas Höttler.
Software Developer and AI Consultant
I'm a software developer and AI consultant from Germany, and for years I've been working at the intersection of product development, internationalization, and AI-powered workflows.
shipglobal is not an agency product, but a tool I built first for my own apps – and then opened it to other developers.
Today, shipglobal is operated by Balane GmbH and used by developers worldwide.
More about my work: hoettler.com
What shipglobal stands for
No buzzwords, but principles:
Developer-first
File formats stay intact. No lock-ins. No subscription required.
Pay as you go
You only pay for what you actually translate.
Safe for updates
Translation Memory saves time and money with every release.
Realistic
No agency promises. No 'double your downloads'.
Ready to go global?
If you have an app or website and want to test it internationally, shipglobal is built for you.