About Linigu

Linigu is more than just a platform—it's a comprehensive ecosystem designed specifically for translators, language service providers, and CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tool enthusiasts. Founded in 2025 by Gökalp Koçak, a professional translator with deep expertise in translation technology, Linigu brings together years of practical experience with modern web technology to create a trusted resource for language professionals worldwide.

What started as a vision to solve everyday translation challenges has evolved into a full-featured platform offering powerful file conversion tools, educational resources, and a community of translation professionals. Our mission is simple yet ambitious: to make translation technology accessible, understandable, and practical for everyone in the language industry.

Our Story

The translation industry is constantly evolving, with new file formats, tools, and technologies emerging regularly. Gökalp Koçak, an experienced translator who has been providing professional German, English, and Turkish translation services since 2007, recognized that translators needed better tools for managing the technical aspects of their work. While powerful CAT tools like SDL Trados existed, translators often struggled with file format conversions, managing translation memories across different platforms, and understanding the technical complexities of modern translation workflows.

Drawing from over 18 years of hands-on translation experience and deep knowledge of CAT tools, Gökalp created Linigu in 2025 to address these exact challenges. Combining his practical translation background with technical expertise, he built a platform that truly understands translator needs—because every feature is informed by real-world translation scenarios he's experienced firsthand.

Linigu was designed with a clear philosophy: bridge the gap between complex translation technology and practical usability. The platform addresses real problems faced by translators daily, from converting project packages to managing translation memories, understanding file formats, and discovering best practices. Every tool and every article reflects the experience of someone who has lived and breathed translation technology for nearly two decades.

What We Offer

Professional File Conversion Tools

Our suite of converters handles the most common file format challenges:

SDL Converter

Convert .sdlppx project packages, .sdltm translation memories, .sdltb termbases, and more into editable formats like DOCX or Excel. Perfect for translators who need to work outside main applications or share content with clients.

PDF Converter

Seamlessly convert between PDF and Word formats, extract text from scanned PDFs with OCR capabilities, and maintain formatting integrity. Essential for working with reference materials and client documentation.

Image Converter

Transform images between multiple formats including JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP, TIFF, WebP, and SVG with quality preservation and batch processing capabilities.

QR Code Generator

Create custom QR codes for business cards, marketing materials, or quick information sharing—a handy utility for modern professionals.

Translator

Translate documents instantly in 10 languages. Preserve formatting, maintain layout. Supports PDF, DOCX, and more. Free, no registration required for basic usage.

Sketch Converter

Convert your images into beautiful pencil sketch drawings with customizable effects. Adjust intensity and contrast to match your artistic vision.

Educational Resources

Our comprehensive blog covers everything from basic file conversion tutorials to advanced translation memory management strategies. With over 40 professionally written articles spanning categories like file formats, PDF handling, image processing, and translation best practices, we provide ongoing education that helps professionals stay current and competitive.

Each article is written by experienced professionals who understand the challenges you face daily. We don't just explain what buttons to click—we explain why certain workflows matter, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to leverage technology to improve both quality and efficiency.

Multilingual Support

Linigu supports 11 languages: English, Turkish, German, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Hindi, Chinese, Swedish, and Norwegian. Our platform automatically detects your browser language and delivers content in your preferred language, ensuring a seamless experience for global users.

Our Core Values

Accessibility First

We believe powerful tools shouldn't require a steep learning curve or expensive subscriptions. While we offer premium features for registered users, our core conversion tools remain free and accessible to anyone who needs them. Whether you're just starting out or an established professional, Linigu's tools are designed to help you work more efficiently.

Privacy and Security

Files often contain sensitive information and proprietary content. We take security seriously. All transfers use industry-standard encryption, files are processed on secure servers, and uploaded files are automatically deleted after conversion. We never share, sell, or access your data beyond what's necessary to provide our services.

Continuous Innovation

The technology landscape never stands still, and neither do we. We regularly update our tools to support new file formats, add requested features, and improve user experience based on community feedback. Our development roadmap is directly influenced by the needs of professionals who use our platform daily.

Education and Empowerment

We don't just provide tools—we teach you how to use them effectively. Our tutorials, blog posts, and documentation are designed to build understanding, not just provide quick fixes. We want every user to feel confident working with file formats and conversion tools.

Who We Serve

Linigu serves a diverse community of professionals:

Freelance Translators

Individual professionals who need reliable file conversion tools without expensive overhead.

Language Service Providers (LSPs)

Translation agencies managing multiple professionals and projects who need scalable file conversion solutions.

Students & Learners

Aspiring professionals learning file formats and conversion techniques who benefit from accessible tools and comprehensive resources.

Project Managers

Coordinators who handle file preparation, distribution, and quality assurance across teams.

Tech Enthusiasts

Technology-minded professionals who want to understand file formats and optimize their conversion workflows.

Meet Our Founder

Gökalp Koçak – Translator, Developer, and Translation Technology Expert

Gökalp brings a unique combination of linguistic expertise and technical proficiency to Linigu. Since 2007, he has been providing professional translation services in German, English, and Turkish—serving clients across Europe and beyond. With nearly two decades of hands-on translation experience and deep knowledge of CAT tools like SDL Trados, memoQ, Across, and others, Gökalp understands both the linguistic challenges and technical requirements of modern translation work.

As both a working translator and a developer, Gökalp bridges the gap between language professionals and technology. This dual perspective enables Linigu to create tools that are not only technically sophisticated but also genuinely useful for working translators. Every feature on our platform reflects real-world translation scenarios because they're built by someone who's experienced those scenarios firsthand for nearly 20 years.

Gökalp founded Linigu in 2025 with a clear vision: democratize translation technology and make complex CAT tool functions understandable and accessible. His philosophy is simple—bridge the gap between the powerful tools translators use and the practical problems they face daily. This commitment to solving real translator problems drives every decision at Linigu, from which features to develop to how we present educational content.

Gökalp Koçak

Founder & Lead Developer

Expertise: Professional Translator (DE/EN/TR since 2007), CAT Tools, Software Development