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This thread is resolved. Here is a description of the problem and solution.

Problem:
The client reported that the language switcher was not appearing on newly translated posts on their website, despite being visible on other parts of the site.

Solution:
We recommended several steps to troubleshoot and resolve the issue:
1. Verify that the WPML Language Switcher is enabled in WPML settings and configured to appear in expected locations such as menus, widgets, or footers.
2. If the switcher is intended to appear in navigation menus, ensure it is added and positioned correctly within the menu settings.
3. For placement in sidebars or other widget areas, check that the 'Language switcher as a widget' option is enabled and the widget is added to the desired area.
4. Check Elementor templates used for headers, footers, or specific post types to ensure the WPML Language Switcher widget is included and properly configured.
5. Clear site and browser cache after making changes to check if the issue is resolved.
6. If the problem persists, particularly with specific posts, ensure that the 'Links to translation of posts' option is enabled in WPML settings and check the Elementor template settings for those specific posts.

If these steps do not resolve the issue or if the solution seems outdated or not applicable to your case, we highly recommend opening a new support ticket. Additionally, please check related known issues at https://wpml.org/known-issues/, verify the version of the permanent fix, and confirm that you have installed the latest versions of themes and plugins. For further assistance, you can also visit our support forum at WPML Support Forum.

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Last updated by Bobby 3 months ago.

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January 30, 2026 at 3:08 pm #17778700

kurtK-7

I have a translated page but the language switcher is not showing up to indicate an alternate language is present

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I did a screen recording so you could see how it is not working
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Disregard the portion of the video where the images are not coming over. This has been resolved. ACF had the image set to No Translate. I have since changed it to Copy and I am saving/updating the posts and the images are now showing.

Now help me with why the Language Switching does not show up.

January 30, 2026 at 3:38 pm #17778821

kurtK-7

anyone still there?

January 30, 2026 at 9:26 pm #17779505

Bobby
WPML Supporter since 04/2015

Languages: English (English )

Timezone: America/Los_Angeles (GMT-07:00)

Hi there,

Are you still experiencing the issue? I have reviewed the site (helps that I have access from our other ticket) and can see the language switcher OK.

Please use an incognito window and let me know your results.

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January 30, 2026 at 10:03 pm #17779558

kurtK-7

Literally this morning none of these links showed the Language Switcher. You can go back to my video and see that it did not exist. Do you change something? You mentioned having access from a previous ticket. I just want to know so I can resolve myself if it happens again.

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January 31, 2026 at 5:45 pm #17780436

Bobby
WPML Supporter since 04/2015

Languages: English (English )

Timezone: America/Los_Angeles (GMT-07:00)

I completely understand how frustrating that can be, I did watch your video prior (thank you for sharing it by the way helps massively), however, I made no changes which is why I believe this was related to caching.