SpeedTranscriptStart from the file you have
Open common formats such as MP3, WAV, and M4A. An iPhone voice memo can go straight from Files into the tool.
Free AI transcription
Voice Recording to Transcript
Upload a voice memo, meeting recording or interview and get an editable transcript with timestamps — free, in 60+ languages.
Upload a voice recording
Drag and drop audio here, or choose a file.
MP3, WAV, M4A and more · Up to 30 min / 100 MB
- Common audio formats
- 60+ languages
- 6 export options
- Private on-device processing
The essentials
Why SpeedTranscript for Voice Recording Transcription
Find the right moment
Click a timestamp to seek to that segment. Check the quote or phrase without replaying the entire recording.
Work across languages
The multilingual Whisper model recognizes speech in 60+ languages and automatically detects the language.
Review before you share
Fix names, technical terms, and punctuation in each segment. Add speaker names wherever the reader needs them.
Keep recordings on your device
The speech model runs in your browser. Your audio and transcript stay in the tab. Download your work before you close it.
Take the text with you
Copy the transcript or export TXT, DOCX, SRT, VTT, or JSON. Save a PDF from your browser’s print dialog.
From audio to text
How to Turn a Voice Recording into a Transcript
Choose a recording
Drop in a saved voice memo, meeting, or interview up to 30 minutes and 100 MB.
Transcribe
Select Transcribe. On your first run the browser downloads the speech model, then processes the audio locally.
Check the wording
Use the audio player and timestamps to check names, numbers, and any unclear passages.
Export your transcript
Copy the text, save a document, or download timed captions for a video.
Perfect for Every Recording
Meetings
Check who agreed to an action and when it came up.
Interviews and podcasts
Find a quotable line and jump to the original audio.
Lectures
Search a recorded class for a term you missed.
Content creation
Start a subtitle track or pull excerpts for a draft.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I turn a voice recording into a transcript?
Choose a saved audio file, select Transcribe, and wait for the editable transcript. Play the recording back and correct any words before you export.
Can I transcribe a recording for free?
Yes. Transcription and exports are free, with no account or per-minute quota. Each recording can be up to 30 minutes and 100 MB.
Can I transcribe an iPhone voice memo?
Yes. In Voice Memos, share the recording and save it to Files. Choose that M4A file in the transcription tool.
How do I convert a WhatsApp voice note to text?
Save the voice note to your device and select it here. If your browser cannot read the exported Opus file, convert it to WAV or MP3 first.
What audio formats can I upload?
Try MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, FLAC, OGG, Opus, or WebM. Codec support depends on your browser. If a recording fails to open, try MP3 or WAV.
Can I transcribe a long audio recording?
You can transcribe up to 30 minutes per file. Split a longer recording into shorter sections, keeping track of each section’s start time.
How accurate is AI transcription?
Accuracy varies with recording quality, accent, language, and overlapping speech. Replay uncertain segments and check proper names, numbers, and quotes before sharing.
Which languages can I transcribe?
The multilingual Whisper model supports speech recognition in over 60 languages and detects the spoken language automatically. Accuracy varies by language.
Can it tell who is speaking?
The tool adds segment timestamps. You can type speaker names in the editor when needed. Automatic speaker identification is unavailable in this release.
Does my audio get uploaded?
Your audio is decoded and transcribed on your device. The browser downloads the speech recognition model, and your recording and transcript stay in the tab.
How long does transcription take?
It depends on your device and the length of the recording. The first run also downloads a speech model. Start with a short clip to see how it performs on your device.
Can I export a transcript to Word or PDF?
Yes. Choose DOCX for Word or Print / PDF to open the browser print dialog. TXT, SRT, VTT, and JSON downloads are also available.
Can I edit the text and keep the timestamps?
Yes. Each timestamped segment has its own editable text field. Your corrections carry over to every export.