Convert voice messages to text

No time to listen to a long voice message? Upload it here or forward it to our Telegram bot — and simply read it.

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

How to convert a voice message to text

  1. Save the voice message: in Telegram Desktop, right-click it and choose “Save As” — you will get an OGG file.
  2. Click “Transcribe a voice message”.
  3. Choose the language of the message.
  4. Select the file and wait a moment.
  5. Download the text.

Features

  • Telegram bot. Forward a voice message to @ai_recognizer_bot and get the text right in the chat — no files to save.
  • OGG and M4A. Telegram voice messages (OGG) and iPhone voice memos (M4A) are supported, as well as MP3 and WAV.
  • Six languages. English, Russian, Spanish, German, French and Serbian.
  • Punctuation. The text is corrected with AI, so a rambling voice message becomes readable sentences.
  • Translation. Got a voice message in a language you don’t speak? Translate the text into English, German, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, Russian or Portuguese.
  • Free, no registration. No account and no subscription.

Who it is for

  • Reading a long voice message in a meeting or on public transport
  • Understanding voice messages in a foreign language
  • Saving important spoken instructions as text
  • People with hearing impairments

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert a Telegram voice message to text?

The quickest way is to forward it to @ai_recognizer_bot. Or save it as an OGG file in Telegram Desktop and upload it on this page.

Can I translate a voice message?

Yes. Choose a translation language before uploading and you will get the text in that language.

Which languages are recognized?

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

Is it free?

Yes, it is free and does not require registration.

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  • M4A to text — Transcribe iPhone Voice Memos and other M4A recordings.

Support the project

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.