How to convert audio to text
- Choose your file or drag it into the box above.
- Press “Transcribe to text”. The first 60 seconds of audio are converted.
- Copy the transcript into your notes, a document or an email.
Supported formats
| Format | Typical source |
|---|---|
| M4A | iPhone Voice Memos, many Android recorders |
| MP3 | Podcasts, exported recordings, most audio apps |
| WAV | Dictaphones, professional recorders, computers |
| OGG / OPUS | Voice messages exported from messaging apps |
| WebM | Browser recordings |
| AAC, FLAC, MP4 audio | Other recorders and video files |
Files can be up to 15 MB. If your recording is longer than a minute, only the beginning is transcribed in this free tool.
Good uses for an audio to text converter
- Voice memos you recorded on the go and never listened to again.
- Voice messages you'd rather read than listen to.
- Short interviews or meeting snippets you need as text.
- Ideas recorded while walking or driving – turn them into notes or tasks. See From voice notes to tasks.
Getting the best transcript
- Clear audio with one main speaker gives the best results.
- Strong background noise, music or several people talking over each other reduce accuracy.
- Names, brands and technical terms may need a quick manual check.
Frequently asked questions
Is this audio to text converter free?
Yes. You can convert up to 3 files per day (first 60 seconds each) without an account.
Is my file stored?
No. The file is processed on our server, sent to our speech-recognition provider to create the transcript, and then deleted. Voicelore doesn't keep uploaded files or their transcripts. See our privacy policy.
Which languages work?
Many languages are supported, and the language is detected automatically. Results are best with clear speech in widely spoken languages.
Can I transcribe something longer?
This free tool converts the first minute. If you want to capture your own thoughts regularly, a free Voicelore account lets you record entries in your browser, keep them with dates, and export them to PDF or Jira.
Want to speak instead of upload?
Use the Voice to Text tool to record directly in your browser.