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Speech to Text

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Dictate text using your microphone with browser-based speech recognition.

Privacy-first: All processing happens in your browser. Your text is never uploaded to any server.

Click to start dictation

Ctrl+Space to start/stop

0 words 0 chars

Ready to dictate

Click the microphone button above and start speaking

50+ Languages

Live Preview

Timer

Export .txt

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Features

Everything You Need

Powerful features designed to make your text work easier and faster.

Real-Time Dictation

Speak into your microphone and watch your words appear as text instantly — no recording and waiting.

Multi-Language Recognition

Dictate in 50+ languages supported by your browser's speech recognition engine with easy switching.

Interim Results Preview

See partial transcription results in real-time before finalization, with grayed interim text that solidifies.

Recording Timer

Track how long you've been dictating with a live recording timer displayed during active transcription.

Live Word & Character Count

See word count, character count, and estimated reading time of your transcribed text as you speak.

One-Click Copy & Edit

Copy transcribed text instantly, or edit it directly in the output area for final polishing.

Clear & Reset

Clear the transcription with a single click to start a fresh dictation session instantly.

Export as Text File

Download your transcribed text as a .txt file with one click for archiving or sharing.

Continuous Mode

Keep the recognition running continuously without auto-stopping, perfect for long dictation sessions.

Auto-Capitalize Sentences

Automatically capitalizes the first letter of each sentence for clean, professional transcription output.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Press Ctrl+Space to start/stop dictation, Ctrl+L to clear, and Ctrl+C to copy — hands-free control.

Browser-Only Privacy

Audio is processed by your browser. No audio files are uploaded to any server — fully private.

How It Works

Simple as 1-2-3

No learning curve. Get results in seconds with our intuitive workflow.

1

Grant Microphone Access

Click start and allow microphone access when your browser prompts you.

2

Start Speaking

Speak clearly and watch your words appear as text in real-time.

3

Edit & Copy

Stop recording, edit the transcribed text if needed, and copy it with one click.

Use Cases

Who Is It For?

Designed for professionals, students, and creators across industries.

Writers & Journalists

Dictate first drafts, interview notes, or ideas faster than typing.

Students

Transcribe lecture notes or dictate essay outlines hands-free.

Professionals

Dictate emails, reports, and meeting notes for faster documentation.

Accessibility

Enables text input for users who prefer or need voice input over typing.

Benefits

Why Choose This Tool?

Real advantages that save you time and protect your privacy.

Real-Time Results

No recording and waiting. Text appears as you speak for immediate feedback.

No Software Install

Works directly in your browser using the Web Speech Recognition API. No downloads needed.

Editable Output

Transcribed text is fully editable — fix any recognition errors before copying.

Privacy-First

Audio is processed by your browser's built-in engine. No audio files are stored or uploaded.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this tool.

Which browsers support speech recognition?
Speech recognition works best in Chrome, Edge, and Safari. Firefox has limited support. We recommend Chrome for the most accurate results.
How accurate is the transcription?
Accuracy depends on your microphone quality, background noise, speaking clarity, and the browser's speech engine. Clear speech in a quiet environment typically yields excellent results.
Is my voice recorded or stored?
No. Audio is processed in real-time by your browser's speech recognition engine. No audio files are saved or uploaded to any server.
Can I dictate in languages other than English?
Yes. Select your language from the dropdown. Available languages depend on your browser's speech recognition support.

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