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Convert Speech to Text

Transcribe speech to text. Upload a file or record. Free speech to text converter.

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About TurboScribe's Convert Speech to Text Tool

Turn audio and video into accurate text in seconds with TurboScribe’s free online speech-to-text tool. Use it right in your browser—no downloads, no account, no hassle. Our AI transcription delivers reliable results in over 100 languages, including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Swedish, Arabic, and more.

Upload up to 5 GB and 10 hours per file. Drag and drop from your computer, click Browse Files, record directly from your phone or computer’s microphone for quick dictation, or paste a URL to transcribe links from the web (such as YouTube). We support MP3, MP4, M4A, MOV, AAC, WAV, OGG, OPUS, MPEG, WMA, WMV, and other common formats. Powered by Whisper and a GPU-accelerated engine, TurboScribe processes your recordings fast.

Export your transcript as DOCX, TXT, PDF, or SRT subtitles and use it anywhere. Translate transcripts into more than 134 languages. Enable speaker recognition to label who said what—ideal for meetings, interviews, and podcasts. Your files and transcripts are encrypted, private, and under your control, and you can delete them anytime. TurboScribe is free to use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TurboScribe safe and secure?

We protect your files and transcripts with AES‑256 encryption at rest and secure every connection with HTTPS. TurboScribe never uses your uploads to train AI models. You can export your data or delete it whenever you choose.

How do I transcribe audio to text?

Upload your audio by dragging an MP3, M4A, WAV, AAC, or FLAC file into the uploader, or click Browse Files to pick it from your device. Select the spoken language from the Audio Language menu.

Choose your transcription mode: Cheetah for the fastest results, Dolphin for a balance of speed and accuracy, or Whale for maximum accuracy. Click Transcribe. Most files process in seconds, and your transcript will appear when it’s ready.

Can I convert audio and video to text for free?

Transcribe up to three files per day for free—no sign-up, account, or payment required.

How accurate is TurboScribe's transcription tool?

TurboScribe delivers 99%+ accuracy with clean audio across most languages. Choose your speed–accuracy tradeoff: Whale for maximum precision, Dolphin for a balanced mix, or Cheetah for the fastest turnaround.

Results depend on audio clarity and the language spoken. For noisy or challenging recordings, switch to Whale mode and enable Restore Audio to improve transcription quality.