Speech to Text (Online Dictation)
Dictate text with your voice and watch it appear as you speak, in many languages. Copy or download the transcript when you are done.
Runs on your device
What it does
Talk instead of typing. Say "comma" or "full stop" for punctuation in many languages. Recognition is provided by your browser, so availability depends on the browser you use.
How to use it
- Choose your language.
- Press Start and allow the microphone.
- Speak, then copy or download the text.
When it helps
- Drafting emails and essays faster.
- Notes when your hands are busy.
- Accessibility for people who find typing hard.
Questions
Which browsers work?
Chrome, Edge and Safari support it. Firefox does not yet.
Is my voice stored by this site?
No. This site never receives the audio. Your browser’s speech service processes it under that company’s privacy policy.
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