PrestaShop supports dozens of languages, making it easy to internationalize your shop. On ruachost.com, you can install new languages and configure localization settings to better serve global customers.
Why Add Languages?
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Reach a wider audience by offering localized content.
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Improve customer experience with native language support.
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Boost conversions by reducing language barriers.
Steps to Add a Language
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Log in to PrestaShop as the administrator.
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On the top menu bar, click Localization → Translations.
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Under Add / Update a language, select the language you want to add from the list.
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Click Add or update a language.
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PrestaShop will download and install the language pack.
Tip: You can also use this process to update an existing language pack.
Viewing Installed Languages
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On the top menu bar, click Localization → Languages.
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You’ll see a list of all languages currently installed on your site.
Changing the Default Shop Language
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Log in to PrestaShop as the administrator.
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On the top menu bar, click Localization → Localization.
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Under Configuration, locate the Default language list box.
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Select the language you want to set as the new default.
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Click Save.
You can also configure the local currency, time zone, and other localization settings on this page.
Important Notes
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Always clear the Smarty cache after installing or updating languages to ensure changes appear.
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Some modules may require manual translation after adding a new language.
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Back up your site before making localization changes.
