OpenWispr

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OpenWhispr is an open-source AI voice dictation tool that converts speech to text instantly. It runs locally on your computer, offering privacy and offline functionality across macOS, Windows, and Linux.

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Pricing

Freemium · Open Source

Free tier

Yes

API

Yes

Skill level

Non-technical

About

What is OpenWispr?

OpenWhispr is an open-source voice-to-text assistant designed for privacy and speed, allowing users to dictate text up to three times faster than typing. Powered by OpenAI Whisper and NVIDIA Parakeet, it offers both local processing for complete privacy and offline use, and cloud processing for enhanced speed and accuracy. The tool supports over 100 languages with auto-detection and integrates seamlessly with virtually any application that accepts text input. Key features include an AI Notepad for meeting notes, an AI Chat that understands meeting context, and the ability to transcribe audio files. Users can also bring their own API keys for various providers, ensuring control over costs and data.

Best used for

Ideal for content creators and writers who need to quickly convert spoken words into text, transcribe meeting notes, and automate text cleanup. Especially valuable for those prioritizing privacy and offline functionality, or who want to integrate with their own API keys.

Common actions

transcribe audio

dictate text

automate writing

process speech offline

enhance meeting notes

AI voice dictationtranscriptionspeech-to-text

Capabilities

Key features

Local speech-to-text
100+ language support
System-wide hotkey
AI agent mode
Cross-platform
Offline capable
Bring-your-own API keys

Target Audience

content creatorwriterdeveloper

Integrations

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Pricing & Plans

Freemium · Open Source

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FAQs

How private is OpenWhispr, and can anyone see my transcriptions?

OpenWhispr prioritizes privacy. With local processing, your voice never leaves your device. For cloud processing, audio is processed and immediately discarded. They never store, sell, or train on your data, and the open-source nature allows for verification.

Can I use my own API keys with OpenWhispr instead of their cloud service?

Yes, you can bring your own API keys for services like OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, or Groq. This gives you control over costs and ensures your data relationship remains direct with the provider, without limits beyond your key's allowance.

What is the difference between local and cloud processing in OpenWhispr?

Local processing runs AI models directly on your machine, offering full privacy and offline capability, with speed depending on your hardware. Cloud processing sends audio to a server for transcription, which is generally faster and more accurate but requires an internet connection.

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