Shadow

Try For FreeAI That Understands What Was Said, and Shown—From Every MeetingGreat follow-ups require complete context. What's said is just half of the story. Shadow remembers it all, so you can follow up flawlessly, every time.Open Live DemoGet StartedThousands of professionals already trust ShadowHow it worksShadow captures everything from your meetings and turns it into ready-to-send follow-ups.What was said, what was shown, and what you noted — nothing gets lost.CaptureShadow automatically transcribes everything you say, hear, and screenshots what you see. While it can’t quite read your mind (yet), its built-in notepad ensures you never miss a thought.ExecuteShadow transforms captured data—helping you write meeting notes, break down insights, and more. From generation and editing to completion, Shadow has you covered.Get startedMeet OnceUse That Knowledge ForeverEvery meeting becomes searchable memory. Decisions, action items, key insights —always there when you need them.No BotsLearn moreUnlike others, Shadow operates entirely in the background — no bots, no interruptions.Autopilot ModeLearn moreShadow automatically detects meetings, records discussions, and structures key takeaways—so you never have to press start.Works perfectly withSpeaker IdentificationLearn moreDetects and labels speakers in real time — so you always know who said what.Get startedStop RecappingStart Moving ForwardNo more manual follow-ups. No more lost action items.When your meeting ends, your next steps are already in motion.Learn moreAsk ShadowAsk anything during or after meetings.Get instant answers from what was said and shown.Post-Meeting SkillsLearn moreCreate your own post-meeting AI tasks. Shadow runs them automatically — export to Markdown or connect to Zapier via webhook.Workflow Automation ComingLearn moreConnects meeting insights to your tools — so nothing gets missed.Get startedYour Data, Your ControlShadow is built to keep your data private and autonomous — always.Local First ProcessingTranscription and storage happen on your device by default. Nothing leaves without your permission.Full Control Over Your DataShadow only uses your meeting data for AI features when you allow it — never without your say.No Data Used for TrainingYour data is never used for training purposes — your information stays private and protected.Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know about Shadow —the meeting assistant that sees everything and interrupts nothing.What is Shadow?Shadow is a bot-free AI meeting assistant that automatically records, transcribes, and summarizes your meetings — without ever joining as a visible participant. It runs quietly on your Mac, capturing both what's said and what's shown on screen, then delivers a clean summary, action items, and a draft follow-up email the moment your meeting endsWhat languages are supported?Shadow supports around 100 languages but works the best in English. How is Shadow different from Otter.ai, Fireflies, or Fathom?Most AI meeting tools send a bot into your call as a visible participant — clients see it, participants get notified, and the dynamic of the call changes. Shadow runs locally on your Mac and never appears in the meeting at all. It's also the only major meeting assistant that captures screen recordings and smart screenshots alongside audio, so the AI understands what was shown — not just what was said.Is my meeting data private?Yes. Shadow transcribes your meetings entirely on your device — no audio ever leaves your Mac for transcription. All your data is stored locally as well. AI features like summaries and action items use LLM APIs, but these can be disabled if you prefer to keep everything local.Does Shadow use my meeting data to train AI?No. Shadow never uses your meeting content for AI model training. Your conversations are yours.Do I need the consent of others when letting Shadow listen to a conversation?The short answer is ‘Yes’. We strongly recommend you to ask for the permission of those involved in the conversation as well. Learn more here at Use Shadow SafelyDo you sync across multiple devices?Although it’s on our roadmap, currently your data is only stored locally.Is there a Slack Community I can join?Yes, there is! Join the Shadow Community on Slack. --- Try For FreePricingUse Shadow for free. Upgrade to unlock unlimited AI features.MonthlyAnnuallyFree$0 Unlimited recording & transcription.AI features (Skills & Chat) for your first 25 meetings.Unlimited TranscriptionUnlimited Audio RecordingUnlimited Smart ScreenshotsAI Features for up to 25 meetingsDownload for MacPlus$8$12/ monthUnlock everything. For power users who want unlimited AI features, and more.All Free Features +Unlimited AI Meeting NotesUnlimited AI SkillsUnlimited AI ChatSign Up in AppThousands of professionals already trust ShadowCustom planDidn’t find a plan that fits your team? Let’s talk—We’d love to learn more about your needs.Contact us --- Try For FreeFuture of WorkHow the world's most successful teams get work done,boost productivity, make great product, team, and company.Chad OhGranola Encrypted Its Local Database. Here's Why That Matters — and What to Use Instead.Granola encrypted its local database. No API, no agent access. Shadow saves every meeting as plain Markdown on your machine — open, pChad OhShadow vs Otter.ai: Which AI Meeting Assistant Should You Use? (2026)Otter.ai sends a bot and captures slides. Shadow is invisible and records your full screen. Compare features, privacy, and price.Chad OhShadow vs Fathom: Which AI Meeting Assistant Is Right for You? (2026)Fathom is free and fast. Shadow is invisible and sees your screen. Here's how they compare on features, privacy, and price.Subscribe to our newsletter today!Thanks for joining our newsletter.Oops! Something went wrong :(Recent postsAllPolicyAllFounder SeriesAllStartupProductivityChad OhMarch 18, 2026Granola Encrypted Its Local Database. Here's Why That Matters — and What to Use Instead.Learn moreProductivityChad OhMarch 12, 2026Shadow vs Otter.ai: Which AI Meeting Assistant Should You Use? (2026)Learn moreProduct UpdateChad OhMarch 11, 2026Shadow vs Fathom: Which AI Meeting Assistant Is Right for You? (2026)Learn moreProductivityChad OhMarch 9, 2026Shadow vs Fireflies.ai: Which AI Meeting Assistant Should You Use? (2026)Learn moreProductivityChad OhMarch 9, 2026Best Bot-Free Meeting Assistants in 2026: Shadow, Granola, Jamie & Bluedot ComparedLearn moreJanuary 23, 2026Best AI Meeting Note Takers That Don't Join as a Bot (2026)Learn moreNext --- Try For FreeLet's get started!Click the button below to begin downloading.The current version of Shadow is only compatible on Macs from November 2020 and later.Open Live DemoDownload for MacOS(Apple Silicon - v 1.9)For Windows and other devices - join the waitlist!