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Transcribe Video to Text

Transcribe audio and video files to text. Free video to text converter.

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About TurboScribe's Transcribe Video to Text Tool

TurboScribe is a free, browser-based audio and video to text converter that delivers accurate transcripts fast. Use it for podcasts, lectures, meetings, interviews, voice notes, and more—no downloads or sign-up required. Powered by Whisper’s industry‑leading AI and GPU acceleration, it turns speech into text in seconds.

Upload by dragging and dropping files, browsing your computer, recording from your microphone, or pasting a web link (YouTube included). Handle files up to 5 GB and 10 hours. TurboScribe supports MP3, MP4, M4A, MOV, AAC, WAV, OGG, OPUS, MPEG, WMA, WMV, and other common formats. Export your transcript as DOCX, TXT, PDF, or SRT subtitles.

Transcribe in 100+ languages—English, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Swedish, Arabic, and more—then translate your transcript to 134+ languages in a click.

Your data stays private: files and transcripts are encrypted, accessible only to you, and you can delete them anytime. Enable speaker recognition to label who said what, perfect for calls, panels, and multi-guest shows. TurboScribe is free to use and built for speed, accuracy, and simplicity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TurboScribe safe and secure?

Your data stays private and secure. Files and transcripts are encrypted at rest with AES‑256, and all transfers run over HTTPS. TurboScribe never uses your uploads to train AI models. You can export your data or delete it at any time.

How do I transcribe audio to text?

Convert audio to text in seconds. Drag an MP3, M4A, WAV, AAC, or FLAC into the drop zone, or click Browse Files to upload from your device. Pick the correct Audio Language.

Choose a transcription mode: Cheetah for the fastest results, Dolphin for a balance of speed and accuracy, or Whale for the highest accuracy. Click Transcribe. Most files finish in a few seconds, and your transcript appears as soon as it’s ready.

Can I convert audio and video to text for free?

Transcribe up to three files a day for free. No sign-up, 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 for maximum accuracy, Dolphin for a balance of speed and precision, or Cheetah for the fastest turnaround.

Transcript quality depends on audio clarity and language. For challenging recordings, switch to Whale mode and enable Restore Audio for the best results.