Kazakh (Latin) Typing Speed Test
Free Online Kazakh Latin Keyboard – Type the New Kazakh Alphabet
Welcome to the Kazakh Latin keyboard online (Qazaq)! Our free virtual keyboard gives you instant access to the new Kazakh Latin alphabet that Kazakhstan is transitioning to. Type authentic Kazakh with all special letters from any computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Kazakhstan's historic alphabet transition: Kazakhstan is transitioning from Cyrillic to Latin script – a major cultural and political shift! The transition started in 2017 and is planned to complete by 2031. The new Latin alphabet has 32 letters including special characters with acute accents.
Kazakh Latin special letters: The new alphabet uses acute accents to represent Kazakh sounds: Á/á, Ǵ/ǵ, Ń/ń, Ó/ó, Ú/ú, Ý/ý, Ś/ś, Ć/ć, I/ı (dotless i). These represent sounds unique to Kazakh that don't exist in standard Latin alphabet.
Perfect for: Kazakh speakers learning the new alphabet, students, journalists, government workers, anyone preparing for Kazakhstan's Latin transition, and the 13+ million Kazakh speakers worldwide.
Which version of the Latin alphabet? This is the question that trips people up, because Kazakhstan has published more than one. The 2017 draft used apostrophes (a', g', n'), which proved unpopular and hard to type. A 2018 revision replaced them with the acute accents you see on this keyboard. A further 2021 proposal adjusted several letters again, moving toward umlauts and breves (ä, ö, ü, ū, ğ, ş). Official rollout has been repeatedly extended, most recently to 2031, so material printed in different years uses genuinely different spellings of the same words.
Working across both scripts: In practice Kazakhstan runs on Cyrillic and Latin simultaneously, and will for years. Government documents, older books and most everyday writing remain Cyrillic; signage, branding and newer official material increasingly use Latin. If you are searching for a Kazakh name or place, it is worth trying both scripts — Cyrillic Астана and Latin Astana will not match each other in a plain text search, and databases that store one form will silently miss the other.
Your privacy is guaranteed – all typing happens 100% locally in your browser. Nothing is ever sent to any server. Your Kazakh text stays on your device only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Kazakhstan switching to Latin script?
Kazakhstan is transitioning from Cyrillic to Latin to modernize, integrate with the global digital world, and strengthen national identity. The transition started in 2017 and should complete by 2031. This is one of the largest alphabet changes in modern history!
What are the special Kazakh Latin letters?
Kazakh Latin uses acute accents: á, ǵ, ń, ó, ú, ý, ś, ć, and the dotless ı. These represent Kazakh sounds that don't exist in standard Latin. Our keyboard makes typing all of them easy!
Can I also type in Kazakh Cyrillic?
Yes! AnyKeyboard supports both Kazakh Latin (new alphabet) and Kazakh Cyrillic (traditional). Use the Layout dropdown to switch between them.
Is this Kazakh keyboard really free to use?
Absolutely free! AnyKeyboard's Kazakh keyboard has no hidden costs, no registration required, and no usage limits. The site is supported by advertising, which is what keeps the keyboard free to use for everyone.
Does the Kazakh keyboard work on iPhones, iPads, and Android devices?
Yes! Our Kazakh keyboard is fully responsive and works perfectly on all mobile devices.
How do I copy, save, or search my Kazakh text?
After typing, click 'Copy' to copy your Kazakh text to the clipboard. Click 'Save' to download as a UTF-8 .txt file. You can also click 'Google' or 'YouTube' to search directly.
Is my Kazakh typing private and secure?
100% private. All typing happens locally in your browser – your Kazakh text is never sent to any server.
Can I switch between Kazakh, Turkish, and other Turkic keyboards?
Yes! AnyKeyboard supports Kazakh (Latin & Cyrillic), Turkish, Uzbek, Kyrgyz, Azerbaijani, and more Turkic languages. Use the Layout dropdown to switch instantly.
Why do Kazakh Latin spellings differ between sources?
Kazakhstan has published several versions of the Latin alphabet: apostrophes in 2017, acute accents in 2018, and a revised set closer to umlauts and breves in 2021. Official rollout has been extended to 2031, so material from different years uses different spellings.
Should I use Kazakh Latin or Cyrillic?
Both are in active use. Cyrillic still covers government documents, older publications and most everyday writing; Latin appears increasingly in signage, branding and newer official material. For searching, try both — the two scripts do not match each other in plain text search.
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