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Free local transcription runs in your browser. Turn interviews, meetings and voice notes into editable text, then download TXT or Word.
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Confirm the spoken language or leave automatic detection on. Start transcription and follow the progress.
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Correct the text, replay any sentence you want to check, then copy or download your finished transcript.
98+ Languages
Transcribe audio in any language or accent
Transcribe audio in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, and over 98+ other languages with high accuracy.
- Languages supported
- English · Spanish · French · German · Italian · Portuguese · Dutch · +98 more
Fast, reliable transcription
Get highly accurate transcripts in minutes
Whether your audio comes from an interview, meeting, lecture, or podcast, Whisper Web delivers fast and reliable transcripts even with background noise and accents.
- Optimized for
- Interviews · Meetings · Lectures · Podcasts · Voice notes
- Accuracy strength
- 98+ languages · Strong accent detection · Noise handling
20+ audio formats
Import any audio — from any platform
Whether it’s a Zoom recording, a podcast episode, a voice memo, or a lecture, Whisper Web converts any audio file into text quickly and accurately.
Audio to text tool for any use case
Why convert audio to text?
Transcribing audio to text makes your content easier to search, edit, analyze, and share. Whether you are capturing interviews, recording meetings, creating captions for videos, or documenting research, a transcript helps you work with the details without replaying the entire recording.
Key benefits of audio transcription
Save time on manual note-taking
Turn interviews, lectures, or meetings into editable text instead of typing everything out yourself.
Make content searchable
Find quotes, insights, and key moments by searching your transcript.
Improve accessibility
Provide a text alternative for Deaf or hard-of-hearing audiences and people who prefer reading.
Repurpose your content
Use your transcript as the starting point for articles, reports, newsletters, captions, or subtitles.
Check details and improve understanding
Review names, quotes, and important points against the original audio instead of relying on memory.
Powered by AI for speed and clarity
Whisper Web uses AI to turn spoken audio into editable text. Review your transcript, listen back to check a sentence, and download text, Word documents, or subtitles without leaving this page.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert audio to text?
Select or drop your audio file into Whisper Web, choose the spoken language or automatic detection, and start transcription. AI converts the recording into editable text. Review the transcript, click timestamps to listen back, then copy the text or download your document.
Can AI transcribe audio to text?
Yes. AI speech recognition can turn interviews, meetings, lectures, podcasts and voice notes into text without typing them out manually. Whisper Web offers free transcription in your browser and Pro cloud processing for longer recordings. Check names, numbers and important quotes before using the result.
What's the best audio transcription software for my needs?
Look for software that supports your recording language and file format, lets you correct mistakes, and exports the document or subtitles you need. Whisper Web lets you try local transcription without signing up, edit the text alongside audio playback, and export TXT, Word or subtitles. Test a short sample of your own recording to judge the results before choosing a paid plan.
Can I convert audio to text for free?
Yes. Whisper Web offers free local transcription for files up to 20 minutes and 200 MB each, with no signup or credit card required. Your audio is processed in your browser. For longer files, batch uploads and saved cloud history, Pro uses cloud processing and uploads media for transcription.
How accurate is AI audio transcription?
Accuracy depends on the language, clarity of speech and recording quality. Accents, background noise and overlapping voices can cause mistakes. For better results, use the clearest original recording and select the correct spoken language. You can replay uncertain passages and edit names, technical terms or quotes before downloading.
How long does it take to transcribe audio to text?
Transcription time depends on the recording length, selected model and your device. The first free local run can take longer while the speech model downloads. Keep the tab open and follow the progress shown by the tool. Pro processes recordings in the cloud rather than relying on your device for transcription.
What audio formats does Whisper Web support?
Common audio formats include MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, FLAC, OGG, OPUS and WebM. Choose your recording directly; you usually do not need to convert it first. Local support also depends on your browser and the codec inside the file. If the file cannot be read, export it as MP3 or WAV and try again.
What text formats can I download?
Download your transcript as TXT or Word (DOCX), with optional timestamps, or export SRT and VTT subtitles. JSON and copying the text are also available. You can edit the transcript before exporting, and downloads include your corrections. Save your local result before leaving the tab.
Can I transcribe audio from a video?
Yes. You can select a browser-supported video file, such as MP4 or WebM, and transcribe its spoken audio without manually extracting it first. Compatibility depends on the video's audio codec and your browser. If it cannot be read, export the audio as MP3 or WAV, then use that file.
Which languages can I transcribe audio in?
Whisper Web supports 98+ languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, Hindi and Korean. Select the spoken language or use automatic detection. Transcription produces text in the original language; it does not automatically translate it. Try a short sample to check recognition for your recording.
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