This thread is resolved. Here is a description of the problem and solution.
Problem:
The client is working on a development site and inquires whether it is advisable to install the WPML plugin for translation purposes during the development phase or to wait until the site is complete.
Solution:
We recommend installing the WPML plugin on your development site as soon as you have content that needs translation. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Visit https://wpml.org/account/sites/ to create a new WPML development key.
2. Copy the key, then go to your development site, install WPML, and use the key.
For migrating your site to the live environment, we suggest using the Duplicator plugin. You can find the plugin here: https://wordpress.org/plugins/duplicator/
Documentation for Duplicator is available at https://snapcreek.com/duplicator/docs/
Here is a tutorial on how to use Duplicator: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YDQ3Ey_2wY
After migrating, register WPML on your new site and enter the new key by logging into your WPML account, removing the old site, and adding the new site to receive a new key.
If this solution does not apply to your case, or if it seems outdated, we highly recommend checking related known issues at https://wpml.org/known-issues/, verifying the version of the permanent fix, and confirming that you have installed the latest versions of themes and plugins. If further assistance is needed, please open a new support ticket at WPML support forum.
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