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- MP3 audio
- M4A audio
- WAV audio up to 512 MB
AI audio transcription
Convert audio to text
Upload an MP3, M4A, or WAV recording and turn it into searchable, speaker-aware text with timestamps. New accounts include 30 free minutes.
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MP3, M4A, and WAV files up to 512 MB are supported
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A transcript brings the conversation into a readable, searchable format.
Your content stays private until you decide to publish it. You keep editorial control.
- Searchable audio transcript
- Speaker-aware segments
- Readable timestamps
- TXT download
Transcribe audio
BestPodcast detects the spoken language and turns the recording into timestamped text. Speaker labels are included when available.
- Automatic language detection
- Timestamped segments
- Speaker-aware output
Use the text
Search the recording, copy selected text, download a TXT file, or generate a summary, chapters, and show notes from the same source.
- Copy or download the transcript
- Create a concise summary
- Generate chapters and notes
Frequently asked questions
Which audio formats can I convert to text?
BestPodcast accepts MP3, M4A, and WAV audio files up to 512 MB.
Does audio transcription include timestamps?
Yes. The transcript is stored as timestamped segments, with speaker labels when available.
Is the audio-to-text converter free?
New accounts include 30 free credits, equal to 30 minutes of processed audio. One audio minute uses one credit.
From spoken words to useful content.
Every output is editable, timestamped, and kept private until you choose to share it.
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