Dictation or transcription?
Dictation turns what you say right now into text, sentence by sentence; it is best for short messages, notes and drafts. Transcription works on a recording after the fact and handles long audio, several speakers and timestamps. This page does both: the box above for dictation, the uploader for recordings.
Built-in voice typing on your devices
- Windows: press Windows key + H in any text field
- Mac: press the Fn (Globe) key twice, or turn on Dictation in Keyboard settings
- iPhone and iPad: tap the microphone on the keyboard
- Android: tap the microphone on Gboard
- Google Docs: Tools > Voice typing (in Chrome)
Tips for accurate voice to text
- Use a headset or hold the phone close; distance matters more than the microphone price
- Speak in full sentences at a normal pace
- Pause briefly before names and numbers
- Check names afterwards; they are the most common error
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Frequently asked questions
Is voice to text free?
Yes. Dictation in the browser is free and needs no account. Uploading recordings is free up to 30 minutes per file and 120 minutes a month.
Which languages can I dictate in?
Dictation supports the languages of your browser's speech service, which covers all major languages. Uploaded recordings can be in any of 98+ languages.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes, in Chrome on Android and Safari on iPhone. The phone's own keyboard microphone is also a good option for short messages.
Is my voice stored?
Live dictation is handled by your browser's speech service and nothing is saved on our side. Uploaded recordings are stored only for the retention period you choose.