How accurate is Transcribee's AI transcription?
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Transcribee achieves 99%+ accuracy for clear audio in supported languages. Our AI models are trained on millions of hours of audio data and continuously improve. Accuracy depends on audio quality, background noise, and speaker clarity.
Is Transcribee really free?
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Yes! Transcribee offers a genuinely free plan with 5 transcriptions per week (up to 200MB each file). No credit card required, no trial period - it's free forever. You can upgrade anytime for unlimited transcriptions.
How many languages does Transcribee support?
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Transcribee supports over 50 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Hindi, and many more. We also handle regional accents and dialects.
How long does transcription take?
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Most files are transcribed in 2-5 minutes. A 1-hour recording typically takes about 2-3 minutes to process. Longer files or files with multiple speakers may take slightly longer. You'll receive an email when your transcription is ready.
What file formats does Transcribee accept?
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Transcribee supports all major audio and video formats including MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, FLV, MKV, WebM, and more. Maximum file size is 500MB for free accounts and 2GB for paid accounts.
Can Transcribee identify different speakers?
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Yes! Transcribee automatically detects and labels different speakers in your recordings. Our speaker diarization technology can identify up to 10 unique speakers and label them as Speaker 1, Speaker 2, etc. You can rename speakers after transcription.
Is my data secure with Transcribee?
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Absolutely. We use 256-bit SSL encryption for all data transfers and encrypt files at rest. Your files are automatically deleted after 30 days unless you choose to keep them. We never share your data with third parties and comply with GDPR and CCPA regulations.
Can I edit transcripts after they're generated?
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Yes! Our built-in editor allows you to correct any errors, rename speakers, add punctuation, and format your transcript. You can also add timestamps, highlight important sections, and export your edited transcript.
What export formats are available?
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Transcribee offers multiple export formats: TXT (plain text), DOCX (Microsoft Word), PDF (formatted document), SRT (subtitles), VTT (web captions), and JSON (structured data). All formats maintain speaker labels and timestamps.
Does Transcribee work with Zoom recordings?
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Yes! Transcribee works perfectly with Zoom recordings. Simply download your recording from Zoom and upload it to Transcribee. We also offer a Chrome extension that can automatically sync your Zoom recordings for transcription.
Can I transcribe YouTube videos?
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Yes, you can transcribe YouTube videos with Transcribee. You'll need to download the video first (ensure you have permission) or use our YouTube transcript extractor tool to get the URL and process it directly.
Is there an API for developers?
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Yes! Transcribee offers a RESTful API for developers to integrate transcription into their applications. The API supports all features including file upload, transcription status checking, and result retrieval. Check our API documentation for details.
What's the difference between free and paid plans?
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Free plan: 5 transcriptions/week, 200MB max file size, all core features. Paid plans: Unlimited transcriptions, 2GB max file size, priority processing, API access, team collaboration, custom vocabulary, and priority support.
Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
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Yes, you can cancel your subscription anytime with no questions asked. There are no contracts or cancellation fees. You'll continue to have access until the end of your billing period, then automatically revert to the free plan.
Does Transcribee generate summaries?
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Yes! Transcribee automatically generates intelligent summaries of your transcripts using AI. The summary includes key points, action items, decisions made, and important topics discussed. Perfect for meetings, interviews, and lectures.
How do I transcribe a podcast?
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Simply upload your podcast audio file to Transcribee. We'll transcribe it with speaker detection, making it easy to identify host and guest dialogue. Export as text for show notes, blog posts, or subtitles for video podcasts.
Can Transcribee handle accents and dialects?
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Yes! Our AI models are trained on diverse accents and dialects. We handle American, British, Australian, Indian English accents, regional Spanish dialects, and variations in other languages. The AI adapts to speaker patterns for better accuracy.
Is there a mobile app?
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Currently, Transcribee is web-based and works perfectly on mobile browsers. We also offer a desktop app for Windows and Mac. A dedicated mobile app is in development and coming soon.
How does Transcribee compare to Otter.ai?
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Transcribee offers a true free plan (not just a trial), simpler pricing, support for 50+ languages (vs Otter's limited languages), and no per-user pricing complexity. We focus on transcription excellence while Otter focuses on meeting features. Both are great - choose based on your needs.
What if my transcription has errors?
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While our AI achieves 99%+ accuracy, you can easily fix any errors in our editor. If you experience consistent quality issues, contact support and we'll help optimize your audio settings or provide a re-transcription at no charge.