ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA – Cirrus, a sign language accessibility firm focused on education-based interpreting and translation, has launched CirrusTranslate, a new platform designed to improve access to American Sign Language (ASL) translations for the Deaf and hard of hearing community.
The platform enables users to upload written or spoken content—including documents, audio, or video files—for ASL translation. Translations are performed by human interpreters, with AI assisting in file processing and quoting. Most completed videos are delivered in multiple formats within 3 to 5 business days.
According to Cirrus, the service is intended to provide a scalable solution for schools, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other organizations looking to improve communication access for Deaf individuals. Sign language is the preferred language for many Deaf people, as written text or closed captions may not convey meaning as effectively as ASL.
“CirrusTranslate is the first U.S. platform to offer this level of scale, quality and simplicity in ASL translation. We created this service to bridge the gap between intention and impact, helping organizations understand and properly serve the Deaf community by providing translations that convey the true meaning of the content.”
–Christian Fillman, CEO of Cirrus
CirrusTranslate may be used for various applications such as pre-operative medical instructions, educational content, and standardized testing—areas where accurate and culturally aligned communication is especially important.
How CirrusTranslate Works
- Upload Your File – Visit https://cirrustranslate.com/translate to upload any video or document.
The service can translate video (mp4, mov) or audio files (mp3, wav) and PDF documents. - Place Your Order – Through the use of AI, users can upload a file, receive a quote and pay for the translation – all typically in less than a minute.
- Receive Translations – Your finished ASL translation is delivered in multiple formats, often within just 3-5 business days.
“Our mission is to ensure that Deaf and hard of hearing individuals have access to communication that is not only accurate, but also respectful of their language and culture,” said Rhett Youngberg, chief technology officer at Cirrus. “In a world where technology often threatens to replace human touch, we are committed to keeping humans at the heart of sign language translation.”
Organizations interested in learning more can request a demo or begin the translation process at http://cirrustranslate.com.
**An ASL translation of this press release is available here.
About Cirrus
Cirrus is a sign language firm offering education-focused interpreting and interpreter training, as well as digital translation services. Cirrus bridges the communication gap for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals so they may access and understand information in the same way that hearing individuals do. Learn more at hellocirrus.com
Source: Cirrus
