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Problem:
The client is revamping their website using React.JS with WordPress as the CMS and wants to use WPML for automatic translations. They inquired about the process of dynamic page creation with WPML, whether WPML can automatically translate meta tags, and the speed of creating translated pages.
Solution:
We explained that pages can be automatically translated into multiple languages using WPML’s Automatic Translation feature by enabling 'Translate Everything Automatically' and setting it to publish without human review for full automation. For meta tags, if using a supported SEO plugin like Yoast SEO, Rank Math, or All in One SEO, WPML can translate meta titles and descriptions, provided these fields are marked as translatable in WPML settings. Translated pages are typically created within a few seconds to minutes after the original content is published, depending on various factors such as content length and server performance.

For further details on using WPML with the WordPress REST API, which has some limitations, the client can consult the following resources:

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Last updated by Andrey 2 weeks ago.

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August 25, 2025 at 10:58 am #17344854

farasatK

Background of the issue:
I have a client who is revamping their website using React.JS with WordPress as the CMS. We want to use WPML for translations and aim to automate the translation process without human involvement.

Symptoms:
No specific issue or error message mentioned.

Questions:
How does the dynamic page creation work with WPML for automatic translations? Can I create a page in English and have it translated into 4 or 5 other languages with just a few clicks?
Does WPML automatically translate the meta tags of these pages, including meta title and description?
How quickly are these translated pages created after I create one in English? Is there a specific time frame?

August 25, 2025 at 1:36 pm #17345357

Andrey
WPML Supporter since 06/2013

Languages: English (English ) Russian (Русский )

Timezone: Europe/Kyiv (GMT+03:00)

Thank you for contacting WPML support.

How does the dynamic page creation work with WPML for automatic translations? Can I create a page in English and have it translated into 4 or 5 other languages with just a few clicks?

Yes, you can create a page in English and have it automatically translated into multiple languages using WPML’s Automatic Translation feature.

Here’s how it works:
- You create a page in English (your source language).
- WPML detects this new content.
- If you have Translate Everything Automatically enabled, WPML will:
- Automatically queue the content for translation.
- Use your chosen translation engine (e.g., PTC, DeepL, Google Translate, Microsoft).
- Publish translated versions in the target languages (e.g., French, German, Spanish, etc.).

https://wpml.org/documentation/automatic-translation/

To achieve full automation:
- Go to WPML → Translation Management
- Set Translate Everything Automatically to ON.
- Choose to Publish without review (you can skip human review for full automation).

Does WPML automatically translate the meta tags of these pages, including meta title and description?

Yes, it does, if you’re using a supported SEO plugin (like Yoast SEO, Rank Math, or All in One SEO) in combination with WPML.

WPML integrates with these SEO plugins and can translate:
- Meta title
- Meta description

These SEO fields are handled as translatable custom fields or plugin-specific fields in WPML.

Make sure:
- The SEO meta fields are marked as translatable under WPML → Settings → Custom Fields Translation.

https://wpml.org/documentation/related-projects/wpml-seo/
https://wpml.org/documentation/how-to-set-up-multilingual-seo-on-your-website/

How quickly are these translated pages created after I create one in English? Is there a specific time frame?

WPML typically begins translating immediately after the original content is published, depending on your automation settings and translation engine.
- Speed: It usually takes a few seconds to a couple of minutes per language, depending on:
- Content length
- Number of languages
- Server performance
- If “Translate Everything Automatically” is on and set to “Publish translations immediately,” translated pages can appear within 1–2 minutes after page creation.

August 29, 2025 at 1:04 pm #17358212

farasatK

Also want to know if this would be easily passed on to the REACT.JS front end using WordPress REST API and WordPress as the base CMS?

Is there a documentation around the same from WPML or if you can direct me in the right direction.

September 1, 2025 at 1:29 pm #17362845

Andrey
WPML Supporter since 06/2013

Languages: English (English ) Russian (Русский )

Timezone: Europe/Kyiv (GMT+03:00)

The use of the WordPress REST API with WPML currently faces some limitations.

For further details, please consult these resources:
https://wpml.org/documentation/related-projects/woocommerce-multilingual/using-wordpress-rest-api-woocommerce-multilingual/

WPML coding API:
https://wpml.org/documentation/support/wpml-coding-api/wpml-hooks-reference/
https://wpml.org/documentation/related-projects/woocommerce-multilingual/wcml-hooks-reference/

You might also find this forum thread helpful for clarifying certain use cases:
https://wpml.org/forums/topic/how-to-use-rest-apis-to-set-retrieve-post-translations/