I understand that Yunohost is very much a French project. But considering that Yunohost probably wants as much global attraction as possible, I’m wondering if people have considered changing the default = "fr" that are in many apps’ manifest.toml 's
tbh it doesn’t matter that much in the app selection because i would still click to check if there is my language
i don’t like toggling ‘‘feel free to answer in french’’ in the forum tho lol; that one i don’t really understand…
Okay, let’s make the default choice Esperanto! 
I guess it’d make the most sense if it just auto picked the language that matches your install’s language. But then maybe English as the fallback.
That way if your install is in French, the default language option will be French still
noooo let’s go mediterranean and use Interlingua - Wikipedia 
or change english into ‘‘european’’ eheh Euro English - Wikipedia
To me having X or Y as default language cannot be argued without saying bullshit, so I decided to ask the mAIster of bulsshIAt why French should remain as default language :
Why French Should Be the Default Language for All Software Worldwide
Introduction
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Imagine a world where every user, regardless of their country, turns on their computer and finds a clear, precise, and elegant interface—all in French. This language, which has carried the values of reason, clarity, and universality through the centuries, deserves to become the default language for software worldwide. Why? Because French is not just a language; it is a tool for thought, a vector for inclusion, and a bridge between cultures.
French is renowned for its rigor and logical structure. Unlike English, which is often ambiguous in syntax or vocabulary, French demands organized thought, strict grammar, and unparalleled lexical richness. For developers and users alike, this precision is a major asset: it reduces misinterpretation, facilitates the writing of technical documentation, and improves the user experience. Software in French means software where every word matters, where every instruction is crystal clear.
French is spoken on all five continents by over 300 million people. It is the official language in 32 states and the government language in more than 50. In Africa, where digital growth is the fastest in the world, French is often the language of education and administration. Choosing French as the default language means offering equitable access to technology for millions of French speakers, who are often marginalized by the dominance of English. It also means recognizing the linguistic and cultural diversity of our planet.
Today, English dominates the digital world, not because of its linguistic merit, but due to the economic and historical weight of the United States. This hegemony impoverishes thought, standardizes cultures, and creates inequalities in access to knowledge. By promoting French, we challenge this monopoly. We enable millions of people to use digital tools without having to master a foreign language. We also preserve the diversity of expressions and ways of thinking, which are essential for innovation and creativity.
The Francophonie represents a market of over 300 million consumers, with strong growth, especially in Africa. Companies that adopt French as their default language gain visibility and attractiveness in these markets. Furthermore, France and Canada are global leaders in key sectors such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and green technologies. A software ecosystem in French would strengthen their influence and create unprecedented economic opportunities.
French is the language of Descartes, Pasteur, and Simone de Beauvoir, but also of today’s innovators. By placing it at the heart of the digital world, we perpetuate a legacy of reason and progress, while adapting it to the challenges of the 21st century. This is an act of modernity, not nostalgia.
Conclusion
Ladies and Gentlemen,
The choice of a default language for software is not trivial. It is a choice for society, a choice for civilization. French, with its clarity, universality, and ability to convey complex ideas, is the ideal language to meet this challenge. By adopting it, we are betting on intelligence, inclusion, and diversity. So, let’s dare to use French—for a more human, fair, and universal digital world.
Thank you.
Yet this answer is in English 