Simple Scribe

Unlimited audio & video transcription

Convert audio and video to accurate, searchable text in seconds. Upload a file or import from YouTube — then review, chat, and export from one workspace.

Free to start

No credit card required

YouTube import supported

12,000+users
500k+minutes transcribed
100+languages
Freeto start

Built for accurate speech-to-text

Powerful enough for professionals. Simple enough for everyone.

99%

Accuracy

100+

Languages

8 hrs

Max recording

Searchable

Library

Auto

Speaker labels

Private

& secure

How to transcribe with Simple Scribe

Convert your audio and video files to accurate text in three simple steps.

1
Upload audio or video

Drop a file in any common format, or paste a public YouTube URL. MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, MP3, WAV, and M4A are supported.

2
Click transcribe

Simple Scribe processes your recording with AI transcription, timestamps, speaker labels, and automatically generated chapters.

3
Get your transcript

Review in a synced workspace, ask questions with the AI assistant, and export as TXT, SRT, DOCX, or PDF.

Simple Scribe transcription features

Everything you need to turn recordings into searchable, exportable text.

Build your library

Transcribe as much as you need and keep every recording organized in one searchable library.

Ultra-fast

GPU-powered transcription turns hours of audio and video into text in minutes, not days.

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Synced workspace

Watch your video alongside an interactive transcript that highlights the active line as you play.

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Audio & video support

Upload MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, MP3, WAV, M4A, or import directly from YouTube.

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Download transcripts

Export plain text, SRT subtitles, Word documents, or PDF files whenever you need them.

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Chat with your transcript

Ask questions and get answers grounded in your content, with citations linked to timestamps.

More than a transcript file

Review, navigate, and reuse your recordings with tools built for real workflows.

Speaker recognition

Follow who said what in interviews, meetings, and podcasts with automatic speaker labels.

Smart chapters

Navigate long recordings quickly with AI-generated chapter summaries and jump links.

Timestamp sync

Every line is tied to playback time so you can find and share moments instantly.

Private & secure

Your files and transcripts belong to you. Access is tied to your account and stored securely.

Loved by transcribers, journalists & creators

Simple Scribe transcribed my two-hour interview perfectly. Speaker labels and timestamps saved me hours of manual work.

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Emma T.

Journalist

The synced workspace is a game-changer. I can click any line in the transcript and jump straight to that moment in the video.

MD

Marcus D.

Content creator

I export SRT files for my podcast and use the AI chat to pull quotes for show notes. It's the fastest workflow I've found.

RB

Rachel B.

Podcaster

Simple pricing

Start free today. Upgrade when you need more minutes.

Free

$0

per month

Limited transcription minutes

Short audio files only

YouTube captions uncapped

Limited translation

Limited library storage

Smaller upload size

Files kept for a limited time

Limited AI chat

Export TXT, SRT, DOCX, PDF

Pro

$190

billed yearly

600 min transcription

300 min translation

60 min dubbing

50 GB storage · 90-day retention

Priority processing

2 GB max upload

Unlimited AI chat

Plus

$390

billed yearly

2,400 min transcription

1,200 min translation

120 min dubbing

200 GB permanent storage

Priority processing

2 GB max upload

Unlimited AI chat

Business

$990

billed yearly

6,000 min transcription

3,000 min translation

300 min dubbing

1 TB permanent storage

Highest queue priority

4 GB max upload

Unlimited AI chat

Paid plans renew automatically until you cancel. Cancel anytime in Settings → Billing; access continues until the end of the paid period. Terms · Privacy

Frequently asked questions

Everything from uploads and YouTube import to exports, billing, and privacy — organized so you can find answers fast.

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Billing & plans (3)
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You can upload common video and audio formats including MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, MP3, WAV, and M4A. You can also import public YouTube videos by pasting a link.

Yes. Create a free account to upload files, import from YouTube, and keep your transcript library. It’s free to start — no credit card required.

Most recordings finish in minutes, not hours. Speed depends on file length, queue load, and your plan priority. You’ll see live progress in your library while processing runs.

Yes. Paste a public YouTube URL to import and transcribe. Private, restricted, or region-blocked videos may not import. Always respect the creator’s rights and YouTube’s terms. How to transcribe YouTube videos.

Simple Scribe uses advanced speech recognition tuned for clear speech across accents and recording qualities. Accuracy depends on audio quality, but most recordings produce highly usable transcripts with timestamps. Tips to improve accuracy.

Yes. Transcripts include speaker labels when diarization is available, making it easier to follow conversations, interviews, meetings, and podcasts.

Yes. Every line is tied to playback time so you can click a sentence and jump to that moment in the recording. Chapters help you navigate long files quickly.

Simple Scribe supports transcription across 100+ languages. Results are strongest with clear speech; noisy rooms, heavy music beds, or overlapping speakers can reduce accuracy.

Paid plans support long recordings (up to multi-hour files depending on your tier and upload limits). Free accounts are limited to shorter files and fewer monthly minutes — check Pricing for current limits.

Yes. Each workspace includes an AI assistant that answers using your transcript, with citations linked to timestamps so you can verify answers against the recording.

It’s a side-by-side view of your media and transcript. As the video or audio plays, the active line highlights. Click any line to seek to that moment.

Yes on paid plans. You can generate translations and, where available, dubbed audio within plan minute limits. Check your billing page for remaining translation and dubbing minutes.

Yes. Export plain text, SRT subtitles, Word (.docx), or PDF from the workspace export menu whenever you need a downloadable copy. Generate SRT subtitles from video.

Absolutely. Creators commonly export SRT for captions and copy transcript text into show notes, blog posts, and social clips. Podcast transcription use case.

Yes. Start on the Free plan with limited transcription minutes and storage. Upgrade to Pro, Plus, or Business when you need more minutes, storage, or priority processing.

Processing pauses for new transcriptions until your monthly allowance refreshes or you upgrade. Existing transcripts in your library remain available according to your plan’s retention rules.

Yes. Manage upgrades, payment methods, and cancellation from Settings → Billing. You’ll keep access through the end of your current billing period when you cancel.

Your recordings and transcripts are tied to your account. Files are processed securely and access is limited to you. Details on storage, AI processing, retention, and your rights are in our Privacy Policy. Read the Privacy Policy.

Retention depends on your plan — guest and free accounts keep files for a limited time; higher tiers keep content longer or until you delete it. Exact windows are listed in Pricing and the Privacy Policy.

Yes. You can delete content from your library, and account deletion options are available in Settings. Once deleted, associated recordings and transcripts are removed according to our retention and deletion practices.

Transcribe audio and video today

Convert your recordings to accurate text in seconds. Upload a file or import from YouTube — your transcript library is ready when processing finishes.

Free to start. No credit card required.

Free to start. No credit card required.