Free Speech to Text Online
Convert spoken words to text using speech recognition. 20+ languages. Free, fast, and works entirely in your browser with no sign-up required.
Speech to Text
Convert spoken words to text using your browser's speech recognition. Support for multiple languages, continuous transcription, confidence scoring, and export options.
Voice Recognition Controls
Continuous mode keeps listening after pauses. Say "period", "comma", etc. for punctuation.
Transcript
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Words
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Characters
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Duration
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Language
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Transcription History
Tips for Better Recognition
- Speak clearly and at a moderate pace
- Use a good quality microphone if possible
- Minimize background noise
- Position the microphone at an appropriate distance
- Select the correct language for best results
- Enable continuous mode for longer dictation sessions
- You can edit the transcript text directly while still recording
Voice Punctuation Commands
About Speech to Text
This tool uses the Web Speech API built into modern browsers to convert your spoken words into text. It supports continuous transcription and multiple languages.
Features:
- Real-time speech recognition with interim results
- Support for 45+ languages and dialects
- Continuous and single-result listening modes
- Confidence scoring for each recognized segment
- Voice commands for punctuation and formatting
- Auto-capitalization after sentences and line breaks
- Edit transcript while still recording
- Recording timer and word count stats
- Export as .txt or .srt subtitle format
- Save and load transcription history (stored locally)
Browser Support:
- Chrome (desktop and Android) - Full support
- Edge - Full support
- Safari - Partial support
- Firefox - Not supported
Privacy Note: Speech recognition uses your browser's built-in speech API. Audio may be processed by your browser's cloud services (like Google for Chrome) for transcription. Your transcript is not stored or sent to our servers. History is saved only in your browser's local storage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Speech to Text?
The Speech to Text is a free online tool that convert spoken words to text using speech recognition. 20+ languages. It runs entirely in your browser with no installation or sign-up needed.
What languages does Speech to Text support?
Speech to Text supports over 20 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, and many more.
Is the Speech to Text free to use?
Yes, the Speech to Text is 100% free with no registration, no hidden fees, and no usage limits. All processing happens locally in your browser, ensuring complete privacy.
Is my data safe with this tool?
Absolutely. The Speech to Text processes everything client-side in your browser. No data is uploaded to or stored on any server. Your content remains private on your device at all times.
Does the Speech to Text work on mobile devices?
Yes, the Speech to Text is fully responsive and works on smartphones and tablets. You can use it on any device with a modern web browser -- no app download required.
Do I need to create an account to use this tool?
No account or registration is needed. Simply open the Speech to Text in your browser and start using it immediately. There are no sign-up walls or usage restrictions.
Can I process large amounts of text?
Yes, the Speech to Text handles text of any length with fast, real-time processing. Since everything runs in your browser, performance depends on your device but works well for most use cases.
How do I use the Speech to Text?
Simply enter your input in the provided field, adjust any settings to your preference, and the tool will process it instantly. You can then copy the result to your clipboard or download it.
Which browsers are supported?
The Speech to Text works in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. For the best experience, use the latest version of your preferred browser.
About Free Speech to Text Online
Free Speech to Text Online is a free, browser-based tool in our Text Tools collection. Everything runs locally on your device — no uploads, no sign-up, and your data stays private.