Basque Localization

In order to attract Basque-speaking customers and clients, you will have to familiarize yourself with the idea of Basque localization. Basque localization is the process of adapting the language, appearance, and functionality of a product or Web site for Basque-speaking regions in Spain and France. Basque presents a variety of unique challenges to Basque-speaking localization professionals.

Basque software localization
Basque Web site localization
Translation into Basque

To ensure a positive reception of your software, Web site, and documentation, it is a good idea to work with an experienced localization company. Your localization service provider should employ native Basque-speaking teams of localization specialists who understand how to anticipate and solve the myriad of potential Basque localization issues.

Some examples of localization issues:

*Basque Localization: Web site Issues*	*Basque Localization Requirements*
Color scheme	Inoffensive colors for example
Date, time, currency formats	Change to standard Basque formats
E-commerce payments	Enable various payment methods such as bank transfers

*Basque Localization: Software Issues*	*Basque Localization Requirements*
Time-to-market	Translation memory tools help speed translation
High user expectations	Testers should be Basque speakers

*Basque Localization: Documentation Issues*	*Basque Localization Requirements*
Text length	Accommodate possible text expansion/contraction
Printing Basque fonts	Embed fonts in PDF file for printer

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