Speech to Text Online
Click the microphone, start talking, and your words appear instantly. This free voice typing tool runs entirely in your browser — nothing you say is uploaded or stored on a server.
Your browser doesn't support live speech recognition.
Chrome and Edge have the best support. Or skip the browser entirely — Penman transcribes speech in 120+ languages, right on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
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Download PenmanPowered by your browser's speech engine. For recordings, 120+ languages, speaker labels, and notes that sync — get Penman.
Penman transcribes in 120+ languages, labels speakers, and syncs every note across your devices.
Download PenmanFrequently asked questions
Is this speech to text tool really free?
Yes — completely free, with no account and no time limits. It uses your browser's built-in speech recognition.
Which browsers support voice typing?
Chrome and Edge have the best support. Safari supports it on recent versions; Firefox does not yet. If your browser is unsupported, Penman on iOS gives you transcription in 120+ languages.
Is my audio private?
Audio is processed by your browser's speech service and never touches our servers — we can't see or store anything you dictate.
Can I transcribe an audio file?
This tool transcribes your live voice. To transcribe recordings, voice memos, or imported audio files, use Penman on iPhone, iPad, or Mac.