Admin Language Switcher disappeared from Product Attributes page

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Problem:
You are experiencing an issue where the Admin Language Switcher (flags) has disappeared from the WooCommerce Product Attributes page. This problem occurs despite trying different themes and is specific to the Product Attributes screen, as the switcher works correctly on Posts, Pages, and Product Categories.
Solution:
We recommend translating the Attributes through the correct section in WPML. You should navigate to WPML > Taxonomy Translation to translate both the Attribute name and the attribute terms. For detailed guidance on translating WooCommerce elements, please refer to our documentation: How to Translate WooCommerce.

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January 26, 2026 at 4:19 pm #17763549
viorelP	I am reporting a issue: the Admin Language Switcher (flags) has disappeared from the WooCommerce Product Attributes page . Context: The issue first appeared on my development site (starmix.md). To investigate without risks, I have migrated a copy to a local Docker environment. The problem persists in both environments. Theme: Woodmart (I tested switching to Twenty Twenty-Five, but the flags are still missing). Languages: Default RO, Second RU.Specific to Attributes: The switcher is visible and working on Posts, Pages, and Product Categories. It only fails on the Product Attributes screen.
January 26, 2026 at 5:08 pm #17763763
Kor WPML Supporter since 08/2022 Languages: English (English ) Timezone: Asia/Singapore (GMT+08:00)	Thanks for contacting us. I've checked your Website hidden link and it looks like it's under maintenance mode. I will require temporary access (WP-Admin and FTP) to a test site where the problem has been replicated, if possible. This will enable me to provide better assistance and determine if any configurations need to be modified. Please note that it is important to have a backup for security purposes and to prevent any potential data loss. You can use the UpdraftPlus plugin (https://wordpress.org/plugins/updraftplus/) to fulfill your backup requirements. Your upcoming reply will be treated with confidentiality and will only be visible to you and me. ✙ To resolve the issue, I may need your consent to deactivate and reactivate plugins and the theme, as well as make configuration changes on the site if necessary. This emphasizes the significance of having a backup.
January 27, 2026 at 11:46 am #17766701
Kor WPML Supporter since 08/2022 Languages: English (English ) Timezone: Asia/Singapore (GMT+08:00)	Thanks for your reply. I’ve checked, and there don’t seem to be any issues with the translations. It looks like you’re trying to translate the Attributes from the wrong section. By default, Attributes should be translated via WPML > Taxonomy Translation: hidden link From there, you’ll be able to translate both the Attribute name and the attribute terms. Reference : https://wpml.org/documentation/related-projects/woocommerce-multilingual/how-to-translate-woocommerce/#translate-categories-attributes-shipping-classes-and-other-taxonomies