NetEase Youdao Offers Free Document Translation with AI Boost

NetEase Youdao’s Document Translation Goes Free with AI Enhancement

On August 28, 2025, NetEase Youdao announced that its advanced document translation feature is now available to all users at no cost. This initiative leverages the company’s proprietary "Zi Yue" educational large model, designed to deliver high-quality translations across eight languages. The move aims to streamline multilingual communication, particularly in specialized fields such as finance, computer science, and medicine.

Key Highlights: Powered by the "Zi Yue" Educational Large Model

The "Zi Yue" model employs optimized algorithms to achieve world-class translation standards. NetEase Youdao has fine-tuned the system for three professional domains, ensuring accuracy in technical documents. Users can expect:

Bidirectional translation across eight languages.
Enhanced precision in finance, computer science, and medical texts.
Real-time analysis for summaries and contextual insights.

User-Friendly Features for Enhanced Productivity

The free document translation tool includes several practical features:

Split-Screen Comparison Mode: View original and translated texts side-by-side, ideal for lengthy papers or reports.
Intelligent Analysis: Generate summaries or detailed analyses of documents with a single click.
Multi-Format Support: Upload or export files in PDF, ePub, PPT, TXT, or DOCX formats. Translated documents can be saved as editable Word files or watermark-free PDFs.

Data Security and Free Access Period

NetEase Youdao prioritizes user privacy with double encryption via NetEase Shufan’s cloud storage. Uploaded documents are securely locked to prevent unauthorized access.

The free access campaign runs until September 30, 2025. Users can download the desktop version from the Youdao Translation website or access the feature via the Youdao Dictionary App.