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Our mission

A world without language barriers

We design technology that  makes the world feel smaller and brings people closer together. Our team, spanning four continents, redefines communication standards every day. We create solutions that allow you to forget about language barriers and focus on what truly matters—the freedom to explore the world and build authentic connections.

What once seemed impossible has become everyday reality for millions of our users. Instant voice or photo translation feels obvious to you today? For us, that’s the greatest compliment and the proof that the technology we build has become an invisible bridge connecting people.

Discover our journey that led us to a place where language is no longer an obstacle.

A woman stands on a brightly lit conference stage, presenting to an audience. She wears a brown blazer, a white t-shirt, and a conference ID lanyard. She holds a presentation clicker in her right hand and gestures with her left. Behind her, a large screen displays a prominent QR code for the 'Vasco Assistance' service and a small illustration of a smartphone scanning it. The audience is blurred in the foreground.

From the past to the future

Idea. Problem. Solution. That’s how breakthroughs happen. When an obstacle seemed impossible, we reminded ourselves why we do what we do. And then we watched another barrier that once divided people disappear—word by word. Maybe it’s because the challenge was so tough that it captured our full attention.

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2008
From words to action

Maciej Góralski founded a company that initially produced language-learning flashcards and sold the first translation devices. In collaboration with BBC World Service, they also created audio courses. But in his mind, a bigger plan was already taking shape.

Graphic of a shopping cart symbolizing Vasco launching its first online store.

2012
See how others do it…

…and do it better. We launched our first online store. Selling existing devices was just an excuse to understand the market’s needs—and a first step toward creating our own translator.

Vasco Berrio device – the first device featuring a Movy translator.

2013
Hello, this is Vasco

Vasco Translator was born in response to numerous customer requests. It became the first independent speech translation device on the market.

Vasco Traveler – a Vasco device for traveling, combining a translator, GPS, and other features.

2014
Taking it global

Vasco Traveler became a traveler’s essential. The only translator on the market to combine GPS navigation, offline guides, free incoming call reception, and other features useful abroad.

Vasco Translator Premium 5” – a handheld translation device.

2016
Leaping to the next level

Vasco Translator Premium 5” offered voice, text, and photo translation, enabling communication in dozens of languages.

Vasco Mini and Vasco Mini2 – handheld translation devices.

2018
Small device, big potential

Vasco Mini was a compact device praised for its portability and functionality. Its successor, Vasco Mini 2, won the prestigious GLOMO (Global Mobile Awards).

The Vasco Shop&Office Translator appears as a client-facing translation device, showcasing its potential for rediscovery six years later.

2019
An idea waiting for its moment

Vasco Shop & Office Translator was designed for customer-facing professionals. We set it aside to focus on other directions—unaware that six years later, we would rediscover its potential.

Icon representing free internet worldwide, a feature of Vasco devices.

2019
So simple, it almost seems impossible

Sometimes the real breakthrough isn’t inventing new technology but using existing tech in a pioneering way. Providing free translation Internet worldwide gave Vasco users unprecedented freedom to communicate.

Vasco Translator M3 – the first model fully designed by Vasco.

2020
The start of the Dynasty

Vasco Translator M3 was the first device we designed entirely ourselves. And it paid off: the model won prestigious awards… and the hearts of our users.

Vasco Translator V4 – a sales leader over the years.

2022
How a legend is born

Vasco Translator V4 became an award-winning model, known for 96% translation accuracy and remarkable durability. For years, it would lead global sales in translation devices.

Vasco Translator E1 – the first translating earpiece by Vasco.

2024
Straight out of a Sci-Fi movie

We finally brought to life technology we’d only seen in futuristic films. Vasco Translator E1’s translating earbuds allow seamless conversations in over 50 languages.

Vasco Translator Q1 – the world’s first translator with voice cloning and phone call capabilities.

2025
Your Voice in Every Language

Vasco Translator Q1 represents another leap in creating technology for natural communication. It’s the first device in the world with voice cloning and phone call translation features.

A hand holding a smartphone displaying the 'Create session' screen of the Vasco AUDIENCE app. The dark-themed interface shows the session title set to 'Training', language set to 'English', and active toggles for translation download, asking questions, and text-to-speech above a cyan 'Save and continue' button.

2025
Bringing people together

Once one-on-one communication stopped being a challenge, we went further. Vasco Audience enables live, one-to-many communication in 50+ languages—with no limits on audience size.

A Vasco device displaying the 'Vasco Assistant' AI feature screen. The UI shows a photo of a purple flag on a lifeguard tower, with a chat response explaining: 'A purple flag means there are dangerous sea animals like jellyfish in the water.'

2026
The meaning between the lines

Sometimes words aren’t enough. Vasco Assistant goes beyond translation to help you better understand the world. Now, you can feel confident in any situation.

A teal Vasco Translator M4 device angled upward at the bottom left of the frame. The screen displays the greeting 'Hello!' and '¡Hola!' in white text on a black background, separated by a stylized 'VA' logo.

2026
The beauty of simplicity

Vasco Translator M4 was designed for everyone. By combining simplicity with advanced technology, we’ve proven that a powerful tool can be both intuitive and reliable.

A man with glasses and a beard, wearing a dark shirt, holds up and displays a rectangular device with the letters VA on its screen, smiling slightly at the camera against a plain light background.

The Team Behind the Mission

Vasco isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people who have spent years working together to make communication simple, natural, and free from barriers. Some of us have been here since the very beginning, while others joined along the way, but we’re all united by the same passion: creating solutions that give people the freedom and confidence to communicate anywhere in the world.

Every day, we combine our knowledge, experience, and diverse perspectives to design devices that respond to real-world needs. We believe the best innovations happen where advanced technology meets empathy and a genuine understanding of others.

Our passion for modern technology, paired with a mission to help others, has made Vasco synonymous with communication without borders. Together, we have earned the trust of millions of users around the world.

MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Maciej Góralski

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

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Tomasz Stomski

Chief Product and Technology Officer

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Radosław Studnicki

Chief Operating Officer

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Igor Sumara

Legal Team Leader

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Behind the scenes

Because the best ideas are born in a great atmosphere.

Video showing Vasco team members decorating Christmas baubles together as part of a festive holiday activity.

Video showing the Vasco office in Kraków, with smiling employees working and interacting in a friendly atmosphere.

Vasco employees decorating Easter eggs and making Easter decorations together.

Humorous video showing the marketing team preparing for Black Friday, highlighting the busy atmosphere and last-minute rush before the campaign launch.