Convert M4A to text online

M4A is the format of iPhone Voice Memos and many recorder apps. Upload an M4A file and get its text in a few minutes — without converting it to MP3 first.

Supported formats: AVI, MP4, WAV, MP3, FLAC, AAC, M4A, OGG. Free, no sign-up.

How to convert M4A to text

  1. On iPhone, open Voice Memos, tap the recording, then Share → Save to Files (or send it to your computer).
  2. Open this page and click “Convert M4A to text”.
  3. Choose the language spoken in the recording.
  4. Select the M4A file and wait while it is processed.
  5. Download the transcript as a .txt file.

Features

  • No conversion needed. Upload M4A directly — no need to convert it to MP3 or WAV first.
  • Works on iPhone. The site runs in Safari, so you can transcribe a voice memo right on your phone.
  • Six recognition languages. English, Russian, Spanish, German, French and Serbian.
  • AI text correction. Punctuation and recognition mistakes are fixed automatically.
  • Timestamps and translation. Mark fragments with their time and translate the text into 7 languages.
  • Free, no registration. No account and no subscription.

Who it is for

  • Turning ideas recorded on the go into notes
  • Transcribing meetings and interviews recorded on iPhone
  • Converting recorded lectures into notes
  • Dictating drafts on your phone

Frequently asked questions

How do I transcribe an iPhone voice memo?

Share the memo from Voice Memos to Files, open this page in Safari, choose the language and select the M4A file.

Do I need to convert M4A to MP3 first?

No. M4A files are accepted directly. If you need an MP3 anyway, use the free audio converter.

Which languages are supported?

English, Russian, Spanish, German, French and Serbian.

Is it free?

Yes, it is free and does not require registration.

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AI Recognizer is free and has no sponsors, while speech recognition servers cost money. If the service helps you, please consider a donation. You can also view our upcoming plans and leave feedback.