About Us
tolingo is a leading, international translation company. Since 2007, we have been translating texts in more than 220 language combinations – from automotive to pharmaceuticals to complex technology projects.
We do all of this with certified quality. tolingo is one of the few translation service providers that are 4-fold ISO certified. Our 50+ specialists in Hamburg coordinate a global network of 6,000+ professional specialized translators. The result: On-time delivery, consistent quality, and compliance security at the highest level.
Why leading companies choose tolingo
4-fold ISO certified
As one of the few translation companies worldwide, we are certified according to ISO 9001, 17100, 18587, and 27001. Verified quality in every process step.
On-time & scalable
50 specialists in Hamburg coordinate 6,000 native speakers worldwide. API integrations and structured project management ensure punctual delivery.
Compliance & Security
GDPR-compliant data processing, 256-bit SSL encryption, and complete audit documentation. Your sensitive content is safe with us.
From 12 square meters to 140,000 customers worldwide
Founded in a 12m² office in the Schanzenviertel district – the idea for an innovative translation network is born.
The idea for an innovative translation network is born.
Opening of the first 12-square-meter office in Hamburg's Schanzenviertel district.
Strategic move to Altona and building the first translator network with 1,000 professional specialized translators.
Strategic move to Hamburg's Karolinenviertel district.
Building the translator network: 1,000 professional specialized translators.
Another move to Hamburg-Altona for further growth.
Expansion of the translator network to 2,500 professional specialized translators worldwide.
Expansion of the translator network to 2,500 professional specialized translators.
First TÜV Süd certification according to DIN EN 15038 – the foundation stone for our quality leadership.
First quality certification: TÜV Süd certification according to DIN EN 15038.
Upgrade of certification to ISO 17100:2015 and strategic repositioning in Hamburg-Altona.
Strategic move within Hamburg-Altona.
Upgrade of certification: TÜV Süd according to ISO 17100:2015.
First time among the top 100 translation service providers worldwide and expansion of ISO certification.
International breakthrough: First time among the top 100 translation service providers worldwide.
Expansion of certification: TÜV Süd according to ISO 9001:2015.
Celebration of the 10th company anniversary and successful re-certification according to ISO 17100:2015.
Successful ISO 17100:2015 re-certification.
Celebration of the 10th company anniversary.
TÜV Süd certification according to ISO 27001:2013 for highest information security standards.
Security certification: TÜV Süd according to ISO 27001:2013.
Comprehensive website relaunch and confirmation as top challenger in the international market.
Digital milestone: Comprehensive website relaunch.
Slator study confirms: tolingo is a top challenger in the international translation market.
For the 5th time among the top 100 language service providers worldwide and successful re-certifications.
For the 5th time among the top 100 language service providers worldwide.
Successful TÜV re-certification according to ISO 17100:2015.
TÜV re-certification: ISO 27001 for information security.
Foundation of Beglaubigung24 for uncomplicated online ordering of certified translations.
Foundation of Beglaubigung24 – online shop for particularly uncomplicated ordering of certified translations.
15th company anniversary, Jens Völkel takes over the majority of shares and launches new modular product portfolio.
Jens Völkel, managing director since 2012, takes over the majority of shares of tolingo GmbH.
Launch of the new, modular product and service portfolio.
Celebration of the 15th company anniversary – a milestone of continuous innovation.
Acquisition of Embassy Translations, new CMO Felix Schaefer and comprehensive website redesign.
Felix Schaefer joins tolingo as CMO and brings fresh perspective to our marketing strategies.
Strategic acquisition of Embassy Translations.
Comprehensive website redesign with modernized colors and move to Kühnehöfe 3 in Hamburg-Altona.
Launch of new services like transcription and Optima, reaching the 140,000-customer mark.
Launch of the new language service Transcription.
Start of Optima – new B2B self-service brand under tolingo.
Reaching the 140,000-customer mark.
Launch of tolingo connect API solution, Sworn Translators and tolingo legal for specialized markets.
Launch of tolingo connect. – specialized API solution for enterprise customers.
Start of Sworn Translators – specialized shop for certified translations.
tolingo legal. goes live – specialization in legal translations at the highest level.
What makes tolingo special
tolingo also includes Optima, Embassy Translations, Beglaubigung24 and Sworn Translators – the right specialist for every translation project under one roof.
Our team consists of 14 different nationalities – diversity and intercultural competence are a lived reality with us.
From the famous "Spacken" advertisement at Hamburg Airport to our own ringtone – tolingo has always been a bit different.
Get to know us personally
50+ specialists in Hamburg who work daily for your international communication.
Share your project requirements with us online or speak directly with our team – we'll provide a tailored proposal within 24 hours.
Your Dedicated Account Manager
Gonçalo Silva | Senior Translation Project Manager
Wussten Sie...?
..., dass tolingo bei der Gründung seinen Firmensitz in einem 12-Quadratmeter-Büro hatte?
..., dass tolingo Werbung am Hamburger Flughafen mit dem Slogan „Willkommen Ihr Spacken“ hatte?
..., dass tolingo vor einigen Jahren einen eigenen Klingelton hatte?
..., dass tolingo zwei Betriebsfeiern im Jahr veranstaltet?
..., dass tolingo Patenkinder in Guinea und Liberia unterstützt?
Wir zählen zu den wenigen Übersetzungsbüros auf dem internationalen Markt mit einer 4-fachen ISO-Zertifizierung. Um von uns selbst immer wieder allerhöchste Qualität einzufordern, lassen wir uns jedes Jahr aufs Neue prüfen und gemäß den ISO-Standards zertifizieren.
