TBX (TermBase eXchange) is the international standard (ISO 30042) for exchanging terminology data.
The format was specifically developed to exchange glossaries and terminology databases between different software solutions without any loss of data.
Companies often use terminology in various systems – for example, in CAT tools, editorial systems, content management systems or AI platforms. The TBX format ensures that technical terms, translations, definitions and other terminology information are fully preserved and can be transferred to other systems without extensive post-processing.
The key advantages of TBX:
- Vendor independence: Terminology data can be exchanged between different software solutions.
- International standardisation: As an ISO standard (ISO 30042), TBX is supported by numerous translation and terminology systems.
- Long-term data security: Companies remain independent of individual software providers and can continue using their terminology over the long term.
- Efficient collaboration: Translation service providers, internal teams and external partners work with the same terminology and avoid inconsistent technical terms.
In short:
TBX is the standard format for the professional exchange of terminology data and ensures that corporate knowledge is preserved across systems.