How it works
- Get the audio file. On Android or iPhone, share or forward the voice message to your email or Files. On WhatsApp Web, use the download option if your version shows it.
- Drag the file into the upload box. Any modern browser works.
- Sign in with Google and start. Sign-up includes 10 free minutes.
- Copy the text. Or tick the captions option for timed SRT and VTT.
Quick facts
| Free | 10 minutes at sign-up, Google sign-in, no card |
|---|---|
| Per file | Up to 3 hours of audio, source video up to 16 GB |
| Formats | .opus, .m4a, .mp3, .ogg, .wav and more |
| Speakers | Not separated |
Plan prices and limits are on the pricing page. Pricing.
Built-in feature or this page
Use whichever fits the situation.
| Situation | Built-in transcript | TooLongToListen |
|---|---|---|
| Short note on the phone | Very convenient | Not needed |
| Long note of 10 minutes or more | May be limited | Up to 3 hours per file |
| Computer | Not the focus | Any modern browser |
| Text in a file | Stays in the chat | Copy, download, dashboard with folders and search |
| Language mismatch | May say unavailable | Detects the language automatically |
Limits to know
Up to 3 hours per file, no speaker separation. Check names, numbers and addresses before you rely on the text.
Privacy
The audio is sent for transcription and processed on our own server. If you need the audio to stay on the device, use the built-in feature, which reports say runs on the phone.
Frequently asked questions
Does WhatsApp transcribe by itself?
Reports describe a built-in feature under Settings > Chats > Voice message transcripts. Availability varies by version and language.
How do I transcribe on a computer?
Save the voice message as a file and drag it into the upload box.
Does it accept .opus?
Yes.
Can I transcribe a 20 minute note?
Yes. The limit is 3 hours of audio per file.
Is it free?
You get 10 free minutes at sign-up.
Go deeper
- Transcribe WhatsApp Voice Messages to Text (3 Ways)
Turn WhatsApp voice notes into text using the built-in feature, an exported file on desktop, or a third-party tool. Includes limits and when each fits.
- Privacy-First Transcription: What Leaves Your Device
What happens to your file when you transcribe: on-device, own server or third-party API. A criteria table, what is sent, and questions to ask.
- Audio to Text: 5 Ways to Transcribe and How to Choose
Compare five ways to convert audio to text: typing, dictation, built-in app features, a browser tool and human services. Decision table.
- Free tool: Reading speed checker
Runs in your browser, the file is not uploaded.
Transcribe your next long voice note
10 free minutes at sign-up, no card.
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