Whispering

Whispering is an open‑source transcription tool that lets users convert spoken audio to text using either local models or cloud providers such as Groq and OpenAI. The application runs as a native desktop program on macOS and other platforms, offering a straightforward setup that can be completed in minutes. Users can supply their own API keys, allowing direct payment to providers and eliminating third‑party markup.

The software includes keyboard shortcuts that let users start recording and receive transcribed text in any application, making it suitable for writers, developers, and anyone who needs quick, on‑the‑fly dictation. After transcription, built‑in AI processing can format the output, correct grammar, and support custom workflows, all while keeping the data on the user’s machine or sending it only to the chosen provider.

Transparency and privacy are central to the design: the code is publicly available, data flow is visible, and local storage is used by default. Pricing is explicit, with a free tier for local processing and clear per‑hour rates for cloud usage, enabling users to control costs while retaining full ownership of their transcriptions.