Speech to Text
Convert speech audio into text online for free. Upload an MP3, WAV, M4A, or other audio file and download the transcription as TXT or SRT.
Convert speech audio into text. Upload an audio file and download the transcription as TXT or SRT. Accuracy depends on audio clarity and the selected language. Clear voice recordings work best. First transcription may take longer while the model loads.
Max file size
30 MB
30 MB
Max per file
~30 min
~30 min
Daily limit
30 min / IP
30 min / IP
How it works
- 1Upload your audio file. Select an MP3, WAV, M4A, OGG, FLAC, or AAC audio file. Maximum file size is 30 MB.
- 2Choose language, format and model. Pick the spoken language (Auto Detect, English, Tamil, or Hindi), choose TXT or SRT output, and select a model size.
- 3Transcribe the audio. Click Convert Speech to Text. The server processes your audio using the Whisper model and returns the transcribed text.
- 4Download your transcription. Once complete, download the transcription as a TXT or SRT file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Speech to Text tool free?
Yes! The FreeTools Guru Speech to Text tool is completely free to use with no signup required.
What audio formats are supported?
You can upload MP3, WAV, M4A, OGG, FLAC, and AAC audio files. Maximum file size is 30 MB.
What languages are supported?
Auto-detect, English, Tamil, and Hindi languages are supported. For best accuracy, select the actual language spoken in the audio.
What output formats are available?
Download your transcription as TXT (plain text) or SRT (subtitle format). SRT includes timestamps for each segment.
What model sizes are available?
Choose Tiny (fastest), Base (balanced), or Small (better accuracy, slower). The first transcription may take longer while the model loads.
Is there a daily transcription limit?
Yes, there is a daily limit of 30 minutes of audio per IP address to ensure fair usage for all users.
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Supported files
Speech to Text accepts file uploads and produces text output. No software install or signup required.
Privacy & data removal
Your input is handled according to our privacy and data-retention policies. No account is required to use this tool.
