Cloud Pinyin: Convert Chinese
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About
Instantly convert Chinese text to Pinyin with real-time overlays and tone colors. Supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese, with features for enhanced reading and practice. Includes OCR and clipboard integration for seamless workflow.
What's New in Cloud Pinyin
1.7.2
July 6, 2026
3 Free Documents - Save up to 3 documents without a subscription - PLUS unlocks unlimited documents with iCloud sync New Reading Aids (PLUS) - Word Spacing — characters of the same word sit closer together, and the word's pinyin joins into one label (西安 → Xi'an) - Erhua — show 儿化 words with their r-suffix (哪儿 → nǎr), or spell 儿 out as ér - Fade Grammar Words — dim particles (的, 了, 吗) and measure words so content words stand out Per-Document Formatting - Smart Pinyin, Tone Sandhi, Word Spacing, Erhua, and Fade Grammar Words now save with each document - Every document keeps its exact look, and your settings become the default for new ones Polish & Performance - Simplified ↔ Traditional conversion confirms in a cleaner sheet, with "Don't ask again" - Pinyin and tone marks are precisely centered over their characters - Smoother, faster pinyin updates while editing long documents - More accurate word segmentation for compound words - Redesigned PLUS plans screen with one-tap plan selection
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FAQ
Does Cloud Pinyin have ads?
No, Cloud Pinyin is ad-free, allowing for a distraction-free learning environment.
What devices is Cloud Pinyin available on?
Cloud Pinyin is available on iPhone and iPad devices.
How accurate is the Pinyin conversion in Cloud Pinyin?
Cloud Pinyin offers Smart Pinyin, which uses word segmentation and tone sandhi rules for more accurate, context-aware conversions. It also includes reading aids like word spacing and grammar word dimming.
Can I convert between Simplified and Traditional Chinese with Cloud Pinyin?
Yes, Cloud Pinyin supports conversion between Simplified and Traditional Chinese with a single tap. It automatically detects the direction of your text for seamless conversion.
What are the subscription options for Cloud Pinyin's PLUS features?
PLUS features are available via a monthly subscription at $4.99/month or a yearly subscription at $19.99/year, which includes a 7-day free trial.
How does Cloud Pinyin handle privacy?
Cloud Pinyin collects anonymous usage analytics via TelemetryDeck. No personal information or user content is collected, and a full privacy policy is available.
Is Cloud Pinyin suitable for young children?
Cloud Pinyin has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger learners and children who are beginning to learn Chinese.
How often is Cloud Pinyin updated?
The latest version of Cloud Pinyin is 1.7.2, and it was last updated on July 6, 2026, indicating regular maintenance and feature additions.
