Compiling .mo Files
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What Is a .mo File?
A compiled binary version of your .po translations. WordPress needs .mo files to load translations at runtime.
🔴Important: WordPress Requires .mo Files
.po files alone won't activate translations. You need both .po and .mo in your /languages/ folder.
How to Compile
- 1After translation, click "Download .mo"
- 2100 credits are deducted
- 3File downloads immediately
💡Tip: Save 100 Credits — Compile Locally for Free
Use Poedit, msgfmt, or WP-CLI to compile .mo files locally at no cost.
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