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Add a recording, choose the spoken language, and receive an editable transcript without uploading your file.
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HOW IT WORKSGet an editable transcript in three simple steps.
Get an editable transcript in three simple steps.
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Start transcription
Select the spoken language or use automatic detection, then follow the progress on screen.
Edit and download
Correct the text and save it as TXT, SRT, or WebVTT subtitles.
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Convert spoken content into text you can search, edit, quote, caption, and share.
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Podcast and video transcription
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SRT and VTT generator
Create timestamped subtitle files without sending the original media away.
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Private online transcription
Your selected recording and completed transcript stay on your device. The transcription tool does not upload them to our servers.
Online transcription questions
Is the transcription tool really free?
Yes. There is no account, daily minute quota, or per-minute fee. Processing time depends on the length of the recording and the speed of your device.
Are my audio and video files uploaded?
No. The transcription feature processes your selected recording locally. The file and generated transcript are not uploaded to our servers.
Which languages can I transcribe?
The tool supports more than 99 languages. You can use automatic language detection or select the spoken language before starting.
Can I download subtitles?
Yes. Edit the result and download TXT, timestamped SRT, or WebVTT files.