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Audio Transcriber

Transcribe audio instantly into accurate SRT and TXT files, suitable for all purposes. 99% accurate, AI audio to text transcription.

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How to transcribe audio with Riverside

Step 1

Invite to Studio

Create a new studio and invite up to 7 guests to join your audio recording.

Step 2

Record

Start recording in high-resolution for more accurate audio transcription.

Step 3

Transcribe

Pick a take to transcribe and in the three-dot menu select “Generate Transcription”.

Step 4

Download

Download transcripts as TXT or SRT files straight from your audio projects.

Why choose Riverside

Why choose Riverside as your audio transcriber

Fast, accurate transcriptions

Receive reliable audio transcriptions straight after recording. Record in high-resolution 48 kHz WAV with background noise cancellation features, keeping your transcripts more accurate.

Multiple speakers

Invite up to 9 guests to join your audio recordings from wherever they are. Our audio transcriber will automatically differentiate between all speakers in transcriptions.

Automatic timestamps

Download SRT files to automatically timestamp your audio transcripts. Post production has never been faster and easier.

Easy formatting files

Download TXT files to quickly turn your transcripts into other content or materials.

Audio transcriber for everyone

Riverside's easy platform is suitable for podcasters, journalists, lecturers, or even businesses transcribing meeting notes.

Online transcription

No uploads or apps to download for your audio transcriptions. Simply record and get transcripts online through Riverside's browser-based audio transcriber.

Speed up your post-work with 99% accurate audio transcription.

Get your content ready in a few clicks.

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How to choose software to transcribe audio to text

Here’s what to look for in a top-notch audio transcriber. (Spoiler: Riverside checks all the boxes!)

AI audio transcription

Look for a transcriber that delivers fast, automatic results—even long recordings should only take a few minutes.

Accuracy

Don’t trade speed for quality. Reliable software should produce accurate transcriptions. Riverside generate transcriptions with 99% accuracy.

Speaker Differentiation

Choose software with smart speech recognition that can identify and label multiple speakers clearly.

Multilingual Support

If you’re working with global content, choose a transcriber that supports over 100 languages for broader accessibility and reach.

Audio Quality

Better input means better output—clearer audio leads to more accurate transcripts, so use a high-quality recorder and transcriber.

File Format Options

Make sure the tool supports formats like TXT for content repurposing and SRT for easy subtitles and captions.

Ease of Use

The transcriber should be simple to use and accessible—no complicated installs or learning curves.

“Highly recommend Riverside if you have a podcast, create content, host panels, or do ANYTHING that involves video recording and editing. It's saved me so much time, and we all know time is money.
Codie Sanchez, Founder | Contrarian Thinking

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

What is an audio transcriber?

An audio transcriber is a human or software that converts audio into written text. 

Humans are often very accurate, but their services can be costly, and they require some time.

 Automated audio transcribers use AI speech-to-text recognition to convert audio to text. While they’re much faster, they aren’t always as accurate for heavy accents or unclear recordings. But if you’re using Riverside, you’ll get crystal clear audio and advanced AI transcripts with 99% accuracy.

How do you transcribe audio?

You can create an audio transcript manually or through dedicated software. 

Manually, you can listen and transcribe audio yourself. This is very time-consuming. Or, you can hire someone, which can be expensive. 

Transcription software will save you tons of time and money. If you’re using Riverside, follow these steps to transcribe:

  • Create a new studio and record your audio on Riverside for the best results.  But you can also upload your own recording.
  • Click on your recording to preview it.
  • At the bottom of the preview, go to Transcript and click “Download” to choose between a text and subtitle file.

Read more in our full guide on how to transcribe audio to text.

How can I get free audio transcription?

You can get free transcriptions even through Google Docs' voice typing feature. Though, it's worthwhile trying other options if you’re looking for reliable, fast, and accurate transcriptions. Check out Riverside's pricing plans for an audio transcriber that's worth it.

What is the best transcribing software?

Unlike other software, Riverside.fm transcribes audio straight after recording. It offers high-resolution WAV audio for more accurate transcription and is easy to use no matter who you are.

Can Google transcribe audio to text?

Yes, Google can, and this is one way you can transcribe audio for free. Although, it’s not the most user-friendly process and might not give you the best results. You need to open a Google doc and go to the Tools menu to select the voice typing option. A microphone tool should appear. Click the microphone, and start playing the audio you want to transcribe.

What is audio transcription?

Audio transcription is the process of converting an audio file or recording into written text. This can include transcribing audio from video recordings as well. Audio and video transcriptions are used for captions, subtitles, content repurposing and are a great way to keep track of recordings.

Can I convert speech to text online for free?

Yes. While there are many free speech-to-text options available online, not all of these are reliable. Google Doc’s voice typing feature is a well-known option to turn speech into text for free. This works if you’re just looking to type up a document through talking. If you’re looking for audio recording and transcribing all in one platform, it’s worth checking out Riverside instead.

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