Better i18n

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Official TypeScript SDKs for Better i18n — Next.js, React, Expo/React Native integrations with CLI, MCP server, and CDN-powered translation delivery

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What is Better i18n?

Better i18n is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to official typescript sdks for better i18n — next.js, react, expo/react native integrations with cli, mcp server, and cdn-powered translation delivery

Official TypeScript SDKs for Better i18n — Next.js, React, Expo/React Native integrations with CLI, MCP server, and CDN-powered translation delivery

This server falls under the Developer Tools category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.

Features

  • Official TypeScript SDKs for Better i18n — Next.js, React, E

Use Cases

Manage multi-language content with CLI and MCP tools.
Automate internationalization for Next.js and React apps.
better-i18n

Maintainer

LicenseMIT
Languagetypescript
Versionv1.0.0
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Statushealthy
Maintenanceactive

Works with

ClaudeOpenAIwindowsmacoslinux

Installation

Manual Installation

npx oss

Configuration

Configuration Details

Config File

claude_desktop_config.json

Performance

Response Metrics

Response Time< 200ms
ThroughputMedium

Resource Usage

Memory UsageLow
CPU UsageLow

How to Set Up and Use Better i18n

Better i18n MCP Server connects AI assistants such as Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf directly to your translation workflow using the Model Context Protocol. It provides TypeScript SDKs for Next.js, React, and Expo/React Native projects together with a CLI and CDN-powered translation delivery, letting agents manage multi-language content without leaving the editor.

Prerequisites

  • Node.js 18 or newer
  • An active Better i18n project (sign up at better-i18n.com)
  • An MCP-compatible AI client (Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, or Windsurf)
  • npm, pnpm, or yarn package manager
1

Install the Better i18n MCP package

Install the MCP server package from npm. This installs the server binary along with the TypeScript SDK used by your project.

npm install @better-i18n/mcp
2

Authenticate with Better i18n

Run the CLI login command to authenticate your local environment with your Better i18n project. This stores credentials that the MCP server uses when AI agents make translation requests.

npx @better-i18n/mcp login
3

Add the MCP server to your AI client config

Register the server with your MCP client by adding an entry to claude_desktop_config.json (Claude Desktop) or the equivalent config file for your client.

4

Integrate the SDK into your frontend project

Install the framework-specific SDK for your project and wrap your app with the Better i18n provider. Translations are served from the CDN and can be updated by AI agents through the MCP server.

# Next.js
npm install @better-i18n/next

# React
npm install @better-i18n/react

# Expo / React Native
npm install @better-i18n/expo
5

Verify the connection

Open your MCP client and ask it to list available translation keys or add a new string. The agent should be able to read and update your Better i18n project without leaving the IDE.

Better i18n Examples

Client configuration

Claude Desktop configuration that starts the Better i18n MCP server using npx so no global install is required.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "better-i18n": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["@better-i18n/mcp"]
    }
  }
}

Prompts to try

Use these prompts in your AI client to manage translations via the Better i18n MCP server.

- "List all translation keys that are missing a Spanish translation"
- "Add a new translation key 'welcome_message' with English value 'Welcome to our app'"
- "Translate all missing French strings in the homepage namespace"
- "Show me all translation keys modified in the last 7 days"

Troubleshooting Better i18n

MCP server fails to start with authentication error

Run npx @better-i18n/mcp login again to refresh your credentials. Ensure your Better i18n project API key is valid in the project dashboard.

AI client does not see Better i18n tools

Verify the mcpServers entry in claude_desktop_config.json uses the exact package name @better-i18n/mcp. Restart the AI client after editing the config file. Check that Node.js 18+ is on the PATH that your client uses.

Translations not updating in the CDN after agent writes

CDN propagation may take up to 60 seconds. Check the Better i18n dashboard to confirm the write was received. If using a self-hosted CDN endpoint, verify your project settings point to the correct CDN URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about Better i18n

What is Better i18n?

Better i18n is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that official typescript sdks for better i18n — next.js, react, expo/react native integrations with cli, mcp server, and cdn-powered translation delivery It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.

How do I install Better i18n?

Follow the installation instructions on the Better i18n GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.

Which AI clients work with Better i18n?

Better i18n works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.

Is Better i18n free to use?

Yes, Better i18n is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.

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Quick Config Preview

{ "mcpServers": { "oss": { "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "oss"] } } }

Add this to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json

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