How File Transcription Works
Drop your file
Drag an audio or video file into Whisperer, or use the file picker.
Transcribe offline
The same Whisper/NVIDIA engine processes the file entirely on your Mac.
Copy the result
View the transcription in your workspace and copy it with one click.
Why Transcribe Locally?
Same Engine as Live Dictation
Uses the model already loaded in memory. No separate download, no waiting for a different engine to spin up.
No Per-Minute Charges
Transcribe as many files as you want. One price for the app, not a meter running in the background.
Files Stay on Your Mac
Nothing uploads anywhere. Your audio never leaves the machine.
Saved to History
Results land in your workspace. Search them, copy them, export them later.
Use Cases
- Turn meeting recordings into searchable notes
- Convert voice memos to text you can actually read
- Pull subtitles from video files
- Transcribe podcast episodes for show notes
- Get lecture recordings into study notes
- Process interview audio into written transcripts
- Handle confidential audio without sending it anywhere
Frequently Asked Questions
What formats work?
MP3, WAV, M4A, FLAC, OGG. Video formats too: MP4, MOV, MKV. Whisperer strips the audio track automatically.
Is file transcription included in the free trial?
Yes. It's part of the base app ($2.99). No Pro Pack needed. Just drag a file in.
How long does it take?
A 10-minute recording typically finishes in 20-60 seconds with Whisper Large V3 Turbo on Apple Silicon. Smaller models go faster.
Any per-minute charges?
No. Buy the app once, transcribe unlimited files. No metering, no cloud fees.