Tired of seeing your Codex or ChatGPT plugin store in English? This handy tool automatically translates the entire plugin marketplace into Chinese (or 14 other languages) right on your computer. No complicated setup, no technical skills needed — just download, run, and enjoy a fully localized plugin store.
- Local-First Privacy – Everything happens on your machine. Your data never leaves your computer.
- Zero Hassle Setup – No need to modify the app itself or mess with network ports. It just works.
- Massive Language Coverage – 15 locales including Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, and more.
- Works with Codex & ChatGPT Desktop – Both apps are supported.
- MacOS Native + Windows Experimental – Mac users get a smooth experience; Windows users can try it too (see notes below).
Getting up and running takes less than five minutes. Follow these three simple steps:
Click the green button at the top of this page, or use this link directly:
👉 Download codex-plugin-store-localizer
This link takes you to the official download page. Once there, look for the latest release file and save it to your computer (usually to your Downloads folder).
After the download finishes, find the file you just saved. Double-click it to launch the localizer. The program will open a small window.
For Windows users: If you downloaded a
.zipfile, first right-click it and choose "Extract All." Then open the extracted folder and double-click the application inside.
Inside the app, choose your preferred language from the dropdown menu. Click "Apply," and the localizer will instantly update your Codex or ChatGPT plugin store to display in that language. That's it — you're done!
The localizer acts as a friendly translator between you and your plugin store. It watches for the store's language files and replaces them with your chosen language — all stored safely on your own computer. Because it uses a clever method that doesn't touch the original app, nothing gets broken, and you can switch back anytime.
- Operating System:
- macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later (recommended)
- Windows 10 or 11 (experimental support — may have minor visual glitches)
- Disk Space: ~50 MB free
- Memory: 1 GB RAM or more
- Other: A working installation of either Codex Desktop or ChatGPT Desktop (both are free)
If double-clicking does nothing, try these:
- Right-click the file and select "Open With" → "Java" (if installed) or "Run As Administrator."
- Make sure you've extracted any downloaded
.zipfile completely before running.
- Close and reopen your Codex or ChatGPT app completely.
- Re-run the localizer and click "Apply" again.
- Check that you selected the correct app (Codex vs. ChatGPT) in the localizer's dropdown.
Just open the localizer again, select "English," and click "Apply." Your store returns to its original state immediately.
Yes! The localizer never modifies your original app files. It creates a separate cache of translated text, so your system stays clean and reversible.
Q: Do I need to know how to code?
A: Absolutely not. The whole point is to make localization easy for everyone.
Q: Will this affect my other apps?
A: No. It only touches the language files for Codex and ChatGPT plugin stores.
Q: Can I translate other parts of the app, like menus or settings?
A: Currently, only the plugin store section is localized. Menus and settings remain in their original language.
Q: Is there a cost?
A: No, this tool is completely free and open-source.
- v1.3 – Added 5 new languages (Turkish, Polish, Dutch, Swedish, and Vietnamese).
- v1.2 – Improved Windows compatibility with a special build.
- v1.1 – Fixed a bug where custom fonts caused text overlap.
- v1.0 – Initial release with 10 languages and full macOS support.
This project is built by the community, for the community. If you'd like to help translate, report a bug, or suggest a feature, visit the official repository on GitHub.
Every contribution makes the tool better for everyone. Even a simple "thank you" on the issues page means a lot.
Released under the MIT License — free to use, modify, and share. Special thanks to all the volunteer translators who made the 15 locales possible.
Ready to see your plugin store in your language? Hit the download button and give it a try today! 🎉
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