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About TurboScribe's Transcribe for Free Tool
TurboScribe is a free, browser-based audio and video transcription tool that turns recordings into accurate text in seconds—no downloads or sign-ups required. Use it for podcasts, team meetings, lectures, or quick voice notes. Powered by Whisper and GPU acceleration, it delivers fast, reliable speech-to-text right in your browser.
Upload by dragging and dropping files, clicking Browse Files, recording directly from your mic, or pasting a link from the web (including YouTube). Transcribe files up to 5 GB and 10 hours. TurboScribe supports MP3, MP4, M4A, MOV, AAC, WAV, OGG, OPUS, MPEG, WMA, WMV, and more.
Get transcripts in over 100 languages—English, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Swedish, Arabic, and beyond—then translate them into 134+ languages. Export your text as DOCX, TXT, PDF, or SRT subtitles. Enable speaker recognition to label who said what, perfect for meetings, interviews, and podcasts.
Your data stays private and secure: files and transcripts are encrypted, only you have access, and you can delete anything at any time. TurboScribe is free to use and ready when you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TurboScribe safe and secure?
We protect your privacy with AES-256 encryption at rest and HTTPS for all connections. TurboScribe never uses your uploads to train AI models. You control your data—export or delete it at any time.
How do I transcribe audio to text?
Upload your audio by dragging it into the upload area or clicking Browse Files. Supported formats include MP3, M4A, WAV, AAC, and FLAC.
Select the audio language from the dropdown. Choose a transcription mode: Cheetah for the fastest results, Dolphin for a balance of speed and accuracy, or Whale for maximum accuracy.
Click Transcribe. Processing typically finishes in seconds, and your transcript will appear as soon as it’s ready.
Can I convert audio and video to text for free?
Transcribe up to three files free each day—no login, no account, and no payment required.
How accurate is TurboScribe's transcription tool?
With clear audio in most languages, TurboScribe delivers over 99% transcription accuracy.
Choose the mode that fits your needs:
- Whale: maximum accuracy
- Dolphin: balanced speed and precision
- Cheetah: fastest turnaround
Transcript quality depends on the recording’s clarity and the language. For challenging audio, switch to Whale and enable Restore Audio.
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