Transcribe audio or video to text online
Upload audio or video and get a plain text transcript you can copy, search, edit, or download. Supports MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, WEBM, and more with files up to 100MB. You get 60 free minutes each day.
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What is Transcriv?
Audio and video transcription in one place
Transcriv converts uploaded audio and video files into plain text transcripts. Use it when you need text from recordings, interviews, lectures, podcasts, webinars, tutorials, or video clips.
Built for uploaded files
Upload a recording, wait for transcription, then copy or download the plain text result. Transcriv works from files you already have, not live calls, calendar invites, podcast links, or cloud-drive links.
Get Your Transcript in 3 Simple Steps
1. Upload Your File
Drag and drop your audio or video file (up to 100MB).
2. AI-Powered Transcription
Our AI generates a plain text transcript in minutes.
3. Copy or Download
Copy the transcript or download it as a .txt file.
Designed for Creators, Built for Speed
For Podcasters
Turn podcast recordings into transcripts, show notes, outlines, and article drafts you can search, copy, and reuse.
For Video Creators
Convert webinars, tutorials, screen recordings, and video interviews into plain text transcripts for notes and repurposing.
For Meetings
Upload meeting recordings after the call and turn them into plain text for review, follow-ups, and documentation.
For Researchers & Students
Transcribe interviews, focus groups, lectures, and field notes for analysis, citation planning, and searchable study notes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a transcription service?
What is a transcription service?
A transcription service converts spoken words from audio or video into written text. Transcriv does this from uploaded files, so recordings become searchable transcripts you can copy, edit, or download.
What can I transcribe with Transcriv?
What can I transcribe with Transcriv?
You can transcribe interviews, meetings, lectures, podcasts, webinars, tutorials, voice notes, and other recordings saved as supported audio or video files.
What file formats can I upload?
What file formats can I upload?
Transcriv accepts common audio and video formats including MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, WEBM, OGG, MPEG/MPGA, and more, with uploads up to 100MB.
How long does transcription take?
How long does transcription take?
Processing time depends on file length, audio quality, and queue load. Short, clear recordings usually finish quickly, while longer files can take more time.
What is included on the current plan?
What is included on the current plan?
The current plan includes 60 free transcription minutes per day, uploads up to 100MB per file, plain text output, copy, and .txt download.
Do I need to create an account?
Do I need to create an account?
You can start a transcription without creating an account. This keeps the first upload quick when you only need a transcript from a file.
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