Start with a readable preview
Check whether the transcript captures the conversation clearly before you decide what to save.
Audio to text converter
Upload one audio file, get a clean transcript, and choose the output format that fits the job. Sign in when you need timestamps, speaker labels, richer exports, or a saved library.
Options
Start with a free TXT transcript. Sign in for speaker labels, timestamps, and more export formats.
Transcript details
Exports
Free tool: upload one audio file up to 5 minutes and 100 MB, then download a TXT transcript.
Supports MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG, Opus, AAC, FLAC, AMR · Private by default · Delete files anytime
Sample output
Sample transcript output
Preview the transcript structure, timestamped lines, and export formats before you process a recording.
Download simple text first
The free path gives you a TXT transcript; workspace exports add Markdown, JSON, SRT, VTT, and CSV options.
Use timestamps when review matters
Timestamped lines make it easier to verify a quote, name, or decision against the source recording.
Keep only useful output
Audio is temporary in the processing flow, while transcripts and notes are the parts designed to be reused.
customer-call.mp3English · 02:14 · Sample call
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Features
Audio transcription features
Everything you need to turn a recording into text you can review, export, and find again.
Upload audio files
Add speaker labels
Play audio beside the transcript
Export TXT, Markdown, JSON, SRT, VTT, and CSV
Auto-detect language
Keep timestamps
Create summaries and notes
Search saved transcripts
Upload guide
Before you upload an audio file
The fastest path is a short, clear recording and a simple TXT transcript. Add library and export features only when the job needs them.
Use a real audio file
Start with MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG, Opus, AAC, FLAC, or AMR audio instead of a video container.
Keep the first test short
The free tool is built for one file up to 5 minutes and 100 MB, enough to verify transcript quality.
Save only useful output
Download TXT first, then sign in when transcripts need timestamps, exports, or library search.
How it works
Start with audio. Leave with text.
1
Upload an audio file.
2
Create a transcript preview.
3
Review the text for names and quotes.
4
Download TXT or save the transcript.
Decision guide
Decide what kind of transcript you need first.
Use the general audio-to-text converter when the format is less important than getting readable text quickly.
Scenario
Use when
Skip if
Best output
Quick check
Use when: You have one short recording and need to know whether the transcript quality is usable.
Skip if: You need a saved team workflow or many files in one run.
Best output: TXT transcript
Review job
Use when: Names, quotes, or timestamps need a second pass before the text is shared.
Skip if: You only need a rough personal note.
Best output: Timestamped transcript
Reusable archive
Use when: The transcript will be searched, exported, or reused later.
Skip if: The audio is disposable after one read.
Best output: Saved transcript library
Built for real workflows
Keep the text you need.
Turn a recording into transcript text you can download, search, and reuse.
Clean transcript
Get readable text that is easier to review than raw audio.
Transcript exports
Download simple TXT first, or use structured export formats when the text needs to move into another workflow.
Reviewable timestamps
Return to source moments when accuracy or context matters.
Private by default
Use the recording to create text, then keep only the output you need.
Related workflows
Audio to text workflows to try next.
Short-file converter
Get the transcript without extra clutter.
Use the free converter for a quick TXT transcript, then move into saved libraries and richer exports when the recording becomes part of regular work.
5-minute free file
TXT transcript
Common audio formats
100 MB upload limit
Optional timestamps
Upgrade path
Common questions about audio to text
What audio files can I turn into text?
Upload MP3, M4A, WAV, OGG, Opus, AAC, FLAC, or AMR audio and create transcript text you can review.
What is included in the free audio to text tool?
The free tool supports one audio file up to 5 minutes and 100 MB with TXT transcript export.
Can I keep timestamps with the transcript?
Yes. Timestamps help you check quotes, find important moments, and move transcript text into captions or notes.
Can I upload video files?
Use an audio file in this converter, or extract the audio track from a video before uploading.
When should I sign in?
Sign in when you need saved transcript libraries, richer exports, more minutes, or repeated workflows.
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