Free Video & Audio Transcription

Upload your file, transcribe in seconds, and copy the transcript in the format you need.

  1. 1Upload your file
  2. 2We transcribe
  3. 3Copy the results

Transcribe video and audio to text, free

Upload an audio or video file and get an accurate, time-saving transcript in raw, paragraph, or sentence format. It's free for files up to 60 minutes, with 2 transcriptions per day, and supports common formats like MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, and WebM.

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Video & Audio Transcription

Upload a file and get accurate transcripts in raw, paragraphs, or sentences.

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Free: up to 60 minutes per file. Sign in to unlock higher limits.

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Custom vocabulary (optional)

Add technical words, brand names, proper nouns, or uncommon phrases to improve transcription accuracy.

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How it works

Transcribe in three quick steps.

01

Upload your file

Drop in a video or audio file up to 60 minutes.

02

We transcribe

We generate a clean transcript with punctuation.

03

Copy the results

Choose raw, paragraph, or sentence formatting and copy instantly.

Why use this transcription tool?

Turn recordings into searchable, reusable text in minutes.

  • Repurpose podcast or webinar audio into blogs.
  • Generate meeting notes and summaries faster.
  • Create captions or subtitles for videos.
  • Extract quotes and highlights for social posts.
  • Archive interviews with searchable text.

Privacy first

We delete uploaded files after transcription. Your content isn't stored long-term.

Three transcript formats

Every transcript is available in three ready-to-use formats. Pick the one that fits your workflow and copy it instantly.

  • Raw text

    Continuous text with no line breaks, ideal for editing or feeding into other tools.

  • Paragraphs

    Readable paragraphs with punctuation, perfect for articles, notes, and summaries.

  • Sentences

    One sentence per line, great for captions, subtitles, and quick review.

Video vs audio transcription

Whether you upload a video or an audio file, the engine transcribes the spoken audio track. Video files are converted to audio in your browser first, then transcribed, so MP4, MOV, and WebM produce the same clean text as MP3 or WAV.

Get the most accurate transcript

Clear speech, minimal background noise, and one speaker at a time give the best results. Add proper nouns and brand names to the custom vocabulary field so they're spelled correctly. Files up to 60 minutes are supported on the free plan.

Copy in the format you need

Switch between raw text, clean paragraphs, and one-sentence-per-line formatting, then copy the transcript with one click. Use raw for editing, paragraphs for articles and notes, and sentences for captions or review.

Which transcription tool should you use?

All of these free tools share the same transcription engine. Pick the page that matches your input and the output you need.

Comparison of VoiceCheap free transcription tools by input, output, and free limits.
ToolBest forInputOutputFree limit
Audio to TextPodcasts, interviews, voice memosAudio filesEditable textUp to 60 min, 2/day
MP3 to TextMP3 recordingsMP3 audioEditable textUp to 60 min, 2/day
Transcribe VideoYou are hereVideo recordingsVideo + audioEditable textUp to 60 min, 2/day
Video to SRTSubtitles and captionsVideo + audioSRT fileUp to 60 min, 2/day

Tools

Free Text-to-Speech Online

Generate MP3 audio from text for free. Paste up to 16000 characters, choose a voice, and download your text-to-speech audio instantly.

Audio to Text Converter — Free Online Transcription

Convert audio to text online for free. Upload MP3, WAV, M4A, or any audio file and get an accurate transcript in seconds — up to 60 minutes per file.

MP3 to Text — Free Online MP3 Transcription

Convert MP3 to text online for free. Upload an MP3 file and get an accurate transcript in seconds — up to 60 minutes, no signup.

Speech to Text — Free Online Audio Transcription

Convert speech to text online for free. Upload an audio or video recording and get accurate, editable text in seconds — up to 60 minutes.

Video to SRT

Generate a clean SRT subtitle file from your audio or video. Copy or download the SRT instantly for free.

Free Subtitle Generator Online

Generate subtitles from audio or video for free. Upload a file, create an editable SRT, and copy or download subtitles online.

Free Auto Caption Generator

Create automatic captions for videos online. Upload your video, generate subtitles, adjust readability, and export caption results.

Free YouTube Transcript Generator

Paste a public YouTube link and extract a clean transcript with timestamps for free. Copy the text or download TXT and SRT exports instantly.

Subtitle Translator

Translate SRT or VTT subtitle files online while preserving cue timing and file structure.

Add Subtitles to Video

Upload a video to add subtitles instantly. Download both the SRT file and a subtitled MP4 for free.

Frequently asked questions

Which file formats are supported?
Most common audio and video formats (MP3, WAV, MP4, MOV, WebM, and more) are supported.
What are the free limits?
Up to 60 minutes per file, with 2 transcriptions per day.
Is my file stored?
No. We remove uploads after transcription and don't keep your files.
How accurate is the transcription?
Accuracy depends on audio quality, but our engine performs well even with multiple speakers.
What if it fails?
Try again in a few minutes or use a different format. Sign in for priority processing.
How do I get higher limits?
Create a free VoiceCheap account to unlock longer files and more daily transcriptions.

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