Speech to text that never leaves your Mac
A fast, simple transcription app that runs fully offline on your Mac. No cloud, no uploads, no servers — just accurate transcriptions, in 98+ languages.
Free version limited to a few minutes per transcription · No account, no card · macOS 14+
Or buy a lifetime license — $29 one-time
Features
Everything you need. Nothing you don't.
A focused transcription tool, designed for people who care about privacy and speed.
Fully offline
All transcription happens locally using the Whisper model. Your audio never leaves your Mac — no servers, no logs, no telemetry.
Record or import
Capture from your microphone, record meetings, or drop in existing audio and video files for transcription.
98+ languages
Powered by the Whisper model with support for nearly 100 languages out of the box — no extra downloads or configuration.
Batch processing
Queue up multiple files and let PrivateWhisper transcribe them in the background while you work on something else.
Export anywhere
.txt, .srt, .vtt, .csv, .docx, .pdf, .md, .html, .json — pick the format that fits your workflow.
One-time purchase
No accounts, no API keys, no recurring fees. Buy it once, own it for life. Updates included.
A closer look
Minimal interface. Maximum focus.
Record from your microphone
One click to record. PrivateWhisper captures audio straight from your Mac's microphone — perfect for interviews, meetings, and voice memos. Everything stays on your device.
Batch transcription
Queue up an entire folder of audio or video files and let PrivateWhisper transcribe them in the background while you work on something else.
Detailed view of every transcription
Inspect each transcription with full context — segments, timestamps, and metadata — so you can review, jump around, and clean things up before exporting.
All Whisper models, ready to go
Choose any Whisper model — Tiny, Base, Small, Medium, Large, and Turbo. Small models for blazing speed, larger ones for top-tier accuracy. Pick the trade-off that fits your task.
Who it's for
Built for anyone who works with the spoken word.
Meeting participants
Keep meeting transcripts where they belong — on your own machine, never on a vendor's servers.
Interviewers & podcasters
Get clean transcripts of interviews and episodes without sending audio off to a third-party cloud.
Content creators
Generate captions and subtitles for YouTube and TikTok directly from your videos. Export to .srt or .vtt.
Students & researchers
Transcribe lectures, seminars, and field recordings — even when you don't have internet access.
Get started
Try it free. Unlock it once.
The free version is the full app, limited to a few minutes per transcription. Buy the lifetime license to unlock unlimited transcription — one payment, no subscription.
Try PrivateWhisper free
The full app on your Mac, with transcription capped at a few minutes per transcription. Use it as long as you want before deciding to buy a license.
- Full app, on your Mac
- Transcribe with any Whisper model
- All export formats
- No credit card, no account, no email
- Transcription limited to a few minutes per transcription
Free version · No credit card · macOS Sonoma (14) or newer · Apple Silicon
Loved it? Buy a lifetime license
One-time- Lifetime license — one Mac
- Unlimited transcriptions, forever
- All 98+ languages, all Whisper models
- All future updates included
- No subscription, no renewals
- 7-day money-back guarantee
7-day money-back guarantee
FAQ
Questions, answered.
How is PrivateWhisper different from other speech-to-text apps?
PrivateWhisper runs entirely on your device. Your audio is never uploaded, and there are no usage limits, pay-per-minute fees, or subscriptions. It's a one-time purchase with a lifetime license.
Is a Windows version available?
No, and there are no near-future plans to add Windows support. Currently, PrivateWhisper only supports macOS.
How fast is transcription?
Transcription speed depends on the selected model and your Mac. Small models are extremely fast (often under a minute per hour of audio), while larger models trade speed for accuracy and can take several minutes per hour of audio.
What features will be added in the future?
PrivateWhisper is actively developed, with improvements focused on transcription accuracy, performance, and workflow enhancements.
What macOS version is required?
PrivateWhisper is designed for macOS Sonoma (14) and newer. While earlier macOS versions may still run the app, certain features may not be supported.
Are Intel Macs supported?
No. PrivateWhisper currently supports Apple Silicon Macs only.
How can I contact you?
You can reach me at contact@privatewhisper.app.
Your words. Your Mac. Nothing else.
Try the full app on your Mac — no account, no card. The free version is limited to a few minutes per transcription; a one-time $29 license unlocks unlimited transcription for life.