Transcribe WhatsApp audio on PC and Mac

On a computer the quickest route is to save the voice message from WhatsApp Web or the desktop app and drop the file on this page; the text is ready in under a minute for a typical message.

  1. Open the chat in WhatsApp Web or WhatsApp Desktop
  2. Hover over the voice message, open its menu and choose Download if your version offers it
  3. If there is no Download option, forward the message to yourself and save it from your phone
  4. Drop the file on this page and copy the text

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MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG, FLAC, MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV · up to 5 GB on Pro

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When to use the computer

Transcribing on a computer is convenient when the text has to go into a document, an email or a CRM anyway. You can paste it directly and keep the original audio next to it.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I transcribe WhatsApp audio without my phone?

Yes, if your WhatsApp Web or Desktop version lets you download the voice message. Then upload the file here.

What file do I get?

An audio file in Opus/OGG format, which you can upload directly.

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