Google Translate is Blocked in China.
Here's What Works Instead.

Free AI translation that works in China — no VPN, no app, no sign-up. · Holidays

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🚫 The Problem

Since September 2022, Google Translate is blocked in mainland China. If you're traveling or living in China, you can't access translate.google.com or the Google Translate app without a VPN — and VPNs themselves are increasingly unreliable. · Holidays

✅ The Solution

ChinaPal AI is a free, browser-based translator built specifically for China. It runs entirely in your web browser, uses AI models that work from within China, and requires no VPN or app download. · Holidays

What You Can Translate

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Text Translation

Type or paste Chinese text. Free, unlimited, no sign-up. · Holidays

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Camera / Photo

Point your camera at menus, signs, labels. 10 free/day. · Holidays

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Voice Conversation

Speak and get instant translation. Face-to-face mode. · Holidays

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10+ Languages

English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese. · Holidays

How It Works

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Open in Your Browser

Go to aihubai.cn on any device — phone, tablet, or laptop. No download. · Holidays

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Type, Snap, or Speak

Enter text, take a photo of a menu, or use voice mode for conversations. · Holidays

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Get Instant Translation

AI translates in seconds. Read menus, ask directions, talk to locals. · Holidays

Try It Now — Free

ChinaPal AI vs. Google Translate

ChinaPal AIGoogle Translate
Works in China without VPN✓ Yes✗ Blocked
Text translation✓ Free & unlimited✗ Requires VPN
Camera/photo translation✓ 10/day free✗ Requires VPN
Voice translation✓ 10/day free✗ Requires VPN
App download required✗ No — browser onlyYes
Sign-up required✗ NoNo (but needs VPN)
Offline phrasebook✓ 50 phrases with audioLimited

Who Is This For?

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Tourists & Short-Term Visitors

Read menus, navigate signs, ask for directions — without setting up a VPN that may not work. · Holidays

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Business Travelers

Communicate with Chinese colleagues, translate documents, navigate airports and hotels. · Holidays

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Students & Expats

Daily translation for shopping, dining, doctor visits, and everyday life in China. · Holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Google Translate really blocked in China?
Yes. Google Translate became inaccessible in mainland China in September 2022. All Google services — including Search, Maps, and Translate — require a VPN to access.
Can I use ChinaPal AI without a VPN?
Absolutely. That's the entire point. ChinaPal AI is built to work within China's network, with no VPN required.
Is it really free?
Text translation is 100% free, unlimited, and requires no account. Camera and voice translation offer 10 free uses per day. For unlimited use, plans start at $4.99/week.
Will it work on my phone?
Yes. It works on any device with a web browser — iPhone, Android, iPad, or laptop. No app to install.
What languages are supported?
Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Arabic, and Portuguese — with more being added.
How accurate is it?
ChinaPal uses the same class of large language models (LLMs) that power leading translation tools. It handles conversational Chinese, menu items, signs, and everyday phrases with high accuracy.

Bonus: Free Travel Tools

ChinaPal AI includes free tools for China travelers: · Holidays

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50 Essential Phrases

With audio pronunciation. Learn key survival Chinese. · Holidays

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Website Block Checker

Check which sites work in China before you travel. · Holidays

Don't Let a Language Barrier Ruin Your China Trip

Bookmark aihubai.cn before you board your flight. Free text translation forever. No VPN. No stress. · Holidays

Start Translating Now →

No sign-up • No app • No VPN required · Holidays