Whisper – Offline voice transcription optimized for Mac

Summary: Whisper transcribes speech to text entirely offline on Mac devices using local AI optimized for Apple Silicon. It supports over 99 languages, works in any app, and ensures user privacy by processing all data locally without server uploads or accounts.

What it does

Whisper captures voice input via a hotkey and converts it to text instantly on the Mac, using OpenAI’s open-source Whisper model optimized for Apple Silicon. It runs fully offline with GPU acceleration and outputs text directly into any application.

Who it's for

It is designed for Mac users who need private, local voice-to-text transcription without relying on cloud services or subscriptions.

Why it matters

Whisper eliminates privacy risks by avoiding cloud processing, ensuring sensitive voice data never leaves the user’s device.