Language matters.

A translation is usually understood to be the conversion of written texts from a source language/culture into a target language/culture. Usually, this involves two distinct languages, but translation can also include the rewriting of texts in clear or simple language, or its adaptation to different target groups.

In contrast, interpreting usually involves the spoken word. There are different types of interpreting, such as consecutive (where speakers pause regularly for the interpretation), simultaneous (the interpretation occurs at the same time as the original speech, generally with technical equipment, picture the classic interpreting booth) or chuchotage (where the interpreter speaks at the same time as the speaker, but quietly - hence the name - and only for some of the attendees).

This classification can be a helpful guide, but there are several hybrid forms such as sight interpreting (spoken interpretation of a written text), transcreation (a mix of translation and original writing) or respeaking (live subtitling aided by language recognition software).

With some rare exceptions, my services are in written form. If you need interpreting services, I may be able to recommend a qualified colleague.

That depends!

An AI (artificial intelligence)-based neural machine translation engine is useful for:	You will, however, need a human translator if:
A rough overview of what a text says Inconsequential and low-hierarchy internal communication Texts irrelevant to data protection provisions Heavily repetitive texts	You wish to get the tone and style just right Precision is a criterion The text contains confidential information You want to reach specific target groups Cultural factors and differences need to be taken into account The text is of a specialist or technical kind High-stakes texts or content are involved

Further reading on the topic:
How does AI ethics impact translation? (Andrew Joscelyne, Translation Automation Users Society)
The ethics of machine translation (Jack Welde, MultiLingual)

That depends!
Several factors determine the calculated price: volume, degree of specialization, language, urgency, text type, legibility, etc.

The above prices are set in accordance with the Austrian Interpreters' and Translators' Association's fee chart.
Fair pay for quality services is not only in my own interest, but also in that of my colleagues and our profession.

Translating may sound simple – in reality it is anything but. After all, it's not a matter of replacing individual words, but of successful communication. And that involves various kinds of knowledge, such as:

• Linguistic knowledge: Not just grammar and spelling, but also natural flows of language, various registers and norms, playfulness with language, etc.;
• Textual and stylistic knowledge: Understanding and applying text patterns, types, genres, styles, rhetoric, etc.;
• Communication psychology: The processes and situations a message goes through between the sender's intention and the recipient's interpretation;
• Cultural knowledge: The plethora of cultural norms, thought and perception patterns, social norms, values and other characteristics of cultural regions;
• Specialized knowledge: Field-specific technical knowledge relevant to the text's contents, e. g. engineering, law, economics, etc.;
• Discursive or "world" knowledge: The topics, narratives, institutions, histories, and sociopolitical contexts shaping each relevant cultural area;
• Translation knowledge: Translation strategies for an ideal balance of the above aspects.

The certification of a translation is a form of attestation for administrative bodies and authorities that the translation relays the original text's contents accurately and can thus be considered legally valid. In most cases, this is required for official documents such as records, certificates, court rulings or contracts. Only court interpreters ("generally sworn and court-certified interpreters") are authorized to issue certified translations, which contain the court interpreter's certification clause (or "apostille"), seal and signature.
As I am not a court-certified interpreter, I cannot issue you any certified translations. Should you need one, the Austrian Association of Sworn and Court Certified Interpreters' directory of all Austrian court interpreters might be a good start.