Parlivon · Our mission
Our mission
Make language less of a barrier to the people, places and everyday moments that matter.
Understanding starts with a conversation
Asking for directions, ordering a meal or getting to know someone should not depend on sharing a language. Parlivon brings speaking, reading and writing tools together on the phone you already carry, so a language difference does not have to end the conversation.
What that means in practice
Keep the person at the centre
Voice and text translation help both people take part. You can read a translation, listen to it or show your phone to someone — whichever suits the moment.
Prepare for imperfect connections
Travel does not always come with reliable Wi-Fi. Downloaded phrasebooks, saved audio and phrase cards offer a useful fallback when live translation is unavailable.
Make choices easy to understand
Clear language choices, remembered preferences and optional earbuds reduce repeated setup. Plan details and limits belong where people can find them.
Be honest about the limits
Translation can miss context, tone or meaning. Important details should be checked, and high-stakes decisions need qualified human help.
Useful technology, considered choices
Our aim is practical help, not a promise of perfect translation. Learn what needs an internet connection on the How it works page, and read how information is handled in our privacy policy.
Machine translation can be imperfect. Parlivon is a travel and everyday communication aid — do not rely on it for medical, legal, financial or emergency decisions.
Find the right fit for your next trip
Compare features and plan allowances before you choose.
Parlivon travels on your phone
Translation happens on the device in your pocket — set it up in about a minute.