If you notice that certain words or phrases are not being translated on your website, even after you’ve applied translations, there could be a few common reasons. Below are the most likely causes and how to fix them.
✅ Checklist: Things to Confirm First
- Ensure you’ve translated the latest version of the Listify theme.
- Make sure all active plugins (especially WP Job Manager and Astoundify extensions) are also translated and up to date.
- Verify that you’ve correctly set WordPress to use your language under Settings ▸ General ▸ Site Language.
- If using the Say What? plugin, double-check that the correct Text Domain is used. For Listify, this is usually
listify.
💡 Alternative: Use Loco Translate
An easier and more visual approach to translating your theme and plugins is by using the Loco Translate plugin.
Loco Translate lets you edit translation files directly from your WordPress dashboard — no external tools needed.
- Install and activate the Loco Translate plugin.
- Go to Loco Translate ▸ Themes ▸ Listify or Loco Translate ▸ Plugins for any relevant plugin.
- Click on your language (or add a new one) and begin translating strings directly.
Tip: Always choose the System or Custom location for translation files to prevent overwriting during updates.
🛠 Still Seeing Missing Translations?
Some words may appear hardcoded or missed due to:
- Custom strings in third-party plugins or widgets not following standard WordPress translation functions.
- Outdated .POT or .PO files that don’t include new strings.
- Cache — clear your browser, site, and plugin caches after applying translations.
📚 Learn More: Complete Guide
For a step-by-step walkthrough of translating Listify, visit this article:
✅ Summary
To successfully translate all elements of your site:
- Keep your theme and plugins updated
- Use tools like Loco Translate or Say What?
- Ensure WordPress is set to the correct language
If you still experience issues, refer to our full translation guide or contact support.