Become a Localizer

Join the Localization Community

Become part of a worldwide community of over 550 members who together make the Waze experience accessible and easy to use for everyone!

Requirements to join

To become a localizer, you need to:

  • Have a strong understanding of Waze products
  • Have at least 6 months of experience as an editor or a Beta Tester
  • Be fluent in both English and the target language

How to apply

You’ll first need approval from your language coordinator. Please contact them directly to express your interest.

Tip: The best way to get in touch with your coordinator is via Waze Chat. Look for their username and send a direct message.

Find your language coordinator

Check this trix for the list of language coordinators. If you can’t find a coordinator in the list, please fill out this form.

Post approval

After you’re approved, be sure to ask your coordinator about the Localization Discord Channel. This is a great place to stay up-to-date on the latest news and discussions within the localization community!

Note about languages

Currently, we’re not seeking new localizers for the following top 5 languages, as most translations are managed by linguists:

  • Hebrew
  • French
  • Portuguese [BR]
  • Spanish [ES]
  • Spanish [LATAM]

If you don’t find a language coordinator in the list, please fill out this form.