What it does
Vibe transcribes audio and video into written text on your own computer, so your recordings never leave your device.
It handles many languages, can transcribe batches of files, label who is speaking, and save results in many formats including subtitles and documents.
It can optionally summarise transcripts using an online AI service or a local AI tool, and you can even send audio from your phone for your computer to transcribe.
Who it's for
Anyone who wants private transcripts or subtitles without sending files to the cloud.
Can I use it without coding?
Yes. It is a desktop app you download and install. New to this? Start here.
Can I run it?
- Cost
- FreeNothing to pay or sign up for.
- Runs on
- Mac, Windows, Linux
- Computer
- Works best on a powerful computer or one with a graphics card (GPU)
- Privacy
- Runs on your own device: your data stays with you
- API key
- Not needed
Try it
- Download Vibe for your computer from the project's website.
- Open it and choose an audio or video file to transcribe.
- Save the text in the format you want.
Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?
Before you install
- Only download from the official GitHub page. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
- License (MIT): Very permissive: free to use, change and share, including for business.
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