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About TurboScribe's Transcribe Audio and Video to Text Tool

Turn audio and video into clean, accurate text with TurboScribe’s free online transcription tool. Transcribe podcasts, webinars, lectures, meetings, interviews, or voice memos in your browser—no downloads, no account, no hassle. Our AI speech-to-text engine delivers fast results so you can stop typing and start using your content.

Upload by drag-and-drop or with the Browse Files button, record directly from your mic for instant dictation, or paste a URL (including YouTube) to transcribe from the web. Handle files up to 5 GB and 10 hours. We support MP3, MP4, M4A, MOV, AAC, WAV, OGG, OPUS, MPEG, WMA, WMV, and more.

Get reliable transcripts in 100+ languages—English, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Swedish, Arabic, and others. Translate your transcript into 134+ languages, enable speaker labels for meetings and interviews, and export as DOCX, TXT, PDF, or SRT subtitles.

Powered by Whisper and GPU acceleration, TurboScribe delivers high-quality speech-to-text in seconds. Your data stays private: files and transcripts are encrypted, only you can access them, and you can delete anything at any time. Free to use, fast to run, and built for accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TurboScribe safe and secure?

Yes. TurboScribe encrypts files and transcripts at rest with AES-256 and secures all traffic over HTTPS. We never use your uploads to train AI models. You can export or delete your data at any time.

How do I transcribe audio to text?

Drop your MP3, M4A, WAV, AAC, or FLAC into the uploader, or click Browse Files to pick one from your device. Select the audio’s language. Choose a transcription mode: Cheetah for the fastest results, Dolphin for a speed–accuracy balance, or Whale for maximum accuracy. Press Transcribe. For most files, the transcript appears within seconds.

Can I convert audio and video to text for free?

Transcribe up to three files per day for free. No login, no account, and no payment required.

How accurate is TurboScribe's transcription tool?

TurboScribe delivers over 99% accuracy on clear audio in most languages. Choose the mode that fits your needs: Whale for maximum accuracy, Dolphin for a balance of speed and precision, and Cheetah for the fastest turnaround. Results depend on audio clarity and the language. For challenging recordings, switch to Whale and enable Restore Audio to improve accuracy.