Updated October 21, 2026
What your profile page should contain
Your Websta profile is a single page that works as your website. It should show who you are, what translation services you offer, how people can reach you, and how they can book or request a quote.
Start with a short description of yourself at the top. Say which languages you translate between, how many years you have been translating, and any specialisations - for example, legal documents, technical manuals, marketing copy, or website localisation. Include your full name or business name as you want it to appear.
Add a clear list of the services you offer. Translation services in Croatia might include document translation, sworn translation (ovjerena prijevod), proofreading, editing, localisation, or interpreting. List each service separately so people searching for a specific type of work can find you.
Upload photos that show your workspace or a professional headshot. Clients like to see who they are working with. One or two clear images are enough.
Set up either online booking, a quote request form, or both. Many translation projects need a custom quote because the price depends on the text length, language pair, and urgency. A contact form where clients describe the job lets you give them an accurate price. If you offer rush services or have fixed prices for common jobs, you can set up online booking instead.
Which languages to publish your profile in
Publish your profile in Croatian and English. Most people in Croatia searching for translation services will use Croatian. English attracts international clients and shows your language skills.
If you work with other language pairs, you can mention them in your service description. For example, if you translate from German to Croatian, say so clearly. You do not need to publish the entire profile in German - just note your language combinations where clients can see them.
How people search for translators in Croatia
On Websta's marketplace, people search by service type and location. When someone in Zagreb, Split, or anywhere else in Croatia needs translation work, they search the marketplace by service - in this case, translation - and their town or region.
They can also post a task describing their project. Providers nearby see the task and make offers. This is useful if a client is not sure which translator to choose, or if they want to compare offers from several translators at once.
Many clients also search online for translators in their area. Having a profile on Websta gives you a web presence that can show up in local searches. Make sure your profile lists the towns or regions where you work - for example, Zagreb, Split, Osijek, or nationwide if you work remotely.
Clients often look for specific skills. Mention your specialisations clearly: sworn translation, certified translation, medical translation, legal translation, and so on. People searching for these terms will find you more easily.
What to sort out as an independent translator
Before you start taking clients, register as a sole trader (obrtnik) if you do not already have a registration. In Croatia, you register with your local craft chamber (obrtna komora). The type of craft is usually listed as translation services or interpreting. Check with your local chamber for the exact name and any specific requirements for translators.
You need a tax number (OIB) and must register for VAT if your annual turnover exceeds the threshold. Check the current threshold with the Croatian Tax Authority (Porezna uprava). Keep records of all income and expenses for tax purposes.
For payment, Websta uses Stripe. Set up a Stripe account linked to your Croatian bank account so clients can pay you by card. Stripe handles the transaction and transfers the money to you.
If you offer sworn translation, check what qualifications or certification you need. Rules for sworn translators (ovjereni prevoditeljи) may have specific requirements. Ask your local court or the Ministry of Justice for current rules.
Decide on your pricing. Look at what other translators in Croatia charge for similar work, but set prices that reflect your experience and the complexity of the work. You control your own prices on Websta.
What to write in your first hour
You do not need to wait until everything is perfect. Start with the basics and build from there.
First, write a two or three sentence description of yourself. Say your name, how long you have been translating, and the languages you work with. For example: 'I am a professional translator with 8 years of experience. I translate from English and German to Croatian, specialising in technical and legal documents.'
List your main services. Write them one by one, even if you start with just three or four. You can add more later.
Add one photo - a professional headshot or a photo of your workspace.
Set up a contact form so clients can describe their project and ask for a quote.
Publish in Croatian first, then translate the key sections into English. You do not need to translate everything word for word - just make sure the main information is clear in English too.
That is enough to launch. Once you have the profile live, you can add more details, photos, and services as you go.
About Websta profiles for translators
Websta is a local service platform. Translators on Websta get a profile page that works like a small website, plus visibility in the marketplace where people post translation tasks. You control your own information, photos, services, and prices. When someone books or requests a quote through your profile, the request comes to you directly.
Clients pay through Websta using card payments, which are transferred to your bank account via Stripe. You set your own prices and decide which services to offer.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to be registered as a sole trader to have a Websta profile as a translator?
- Yes, in Croatia you should register as a sole trader (obrtnik) with your local craft chamber before taking on clients professionally. Check with your local obrtna komora for the exact registration process and any requirements specific to translation services.
- Can I set up online booking for translation work, or do I need to use quote requests?
- Most translation projects vary in price depending on the text length, language pair, and deadline, so a quote request form usually works better. Clients describe their project, and you send them a custom price. You can also set up online booking if you offer fixed-price services such as proofreading per page or rush fees.
- How do people in Croatia find translators on Websta?
- People search the Websta marketplace by service type (translation) and location. They can also post a task describing their translation project, and translators nearby see it and make offers. Having a clear, complete profile with your languages and specialisations listed makes it easier for clients to find you.
- What languages should I use for my profile if I work with multiple language pairs?
- Publish your profile in Croatian and English. In your service description, list all the language pairs you work with - for example, English to Croatian, German to Croatian, and so on. You do not need to create separate profiles for each language pair.
- What happens to money when a client pays through my Websta profile?
- Clients pay by card through Websta, which uses Stripe to process the payment. Stripe transfers the money to your own Croatian bank account. You set up the Stripe account yourself and link it to your bank details.
About the numbers
Counts in this guide were read from the Websta catalogue when the text was written and are refreshed above from the live catalogue. Part of the catalogue was built from the public business register and is marked as such on each profile.