WhisperDrop – Fast local speech-to-text using OpenAI Whisper

Summary: WhisperDrop is an open source, local speech-to-text tool that converts spoken words into text at the cursor using OpenAI's Whisper model. It runs on your GPU without cloud processing, API keys, or data leaving your machine, providing privacy and speed.

What it does

WhisperDrop operates as a floating widget activated by a keypress (F8) to capture speech and instantly display text at the cursor location. It processes audio locally using the Whisper open source model on Linux and Windows.

Who it's for

It targets developers, writers, and founders who prefer fast, private speech-to-text without subscriptions or cloud dependencies.

Why it matters

It eliminates cloud costs, privacy concerns, and reliance on API keys by enabling offline, GPU-accelerated transcription on the user’s device.