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VoiceInk

Open-source macOS voice-to-text app that runs local AI models offline

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Introduction

VoiceInk is an open-source voice-to-text app for macOS that transcribes speech quickly using local AI models. Because processing happens on your device, it works offline and keeps data local, with optional AI enhancement. Its source code is on GitHub, and it is sold as a one-time purchase.

Added on
Nov 2, 2026
Website
tryvoiceink.com
Pricing model
Free Trial
Company
Pax

Product information

What is VoiceInk?

VoiceInk is a macOS dictation app that transcribes your speech locally, with a publicly available codebase.

How to use VoiceInk?

Install VoiceInk on your Mac, set global shortcuts to start and stop recording, speak, and use the transcribed text in any application.

Core features of VoiceInk

  • Accurate transcription
  • Privacy-first local processing
  • Global shortcuts
  • Personal dictionary
  • Context-aware smart modes
  • Auto-detection

Use cases of VoiceInk

  1. 1Writing and replying to emails faster
  2. 2Chatting with AI apps by voice
  3. 3Dictating text into any application

Frequently asked questions about VoiceInk

What is VoiceInk?+

VoiceInk is an open-source macOS app that turns speech into text using local AI models.

Does VoiceInk protect my privacy?+

Yes. Transcription runs on your device and data stays local, unless you opt in to AI enhancement.

Is VoiceInk a subscription?+

No. VoiceInk is a one-time purchase with no recurring fees.

Which category is VoiceInk in?+

VoiceInk is listed under AI Transcription.

Tags

ai speech-to-textai transcriptionopen source ai modelsai writing assistantsai assistant

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