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New: PlainScribe Desktop — free local transcription app — a $49 value, free for paying usersLearn moreTrusted by 10,000+ researchers & creatorsAI Transcription Software for Audio & VideoTransform your audio and video files into accurate transcripts, translations, and AI-powered summaries. Upload once, get results in minutes.Start Transcribing FreeView Pricing15 minutes free • No credit card required01UploadDrop your file02ProcessAI transcribes03ExportGet TXT/SRT/VTTplainscribe.com/dashboard10K+Researchers500K+Hours Transcribed47LanguagesAI-Powered Transcription Software for Audio & VideoPlainScribe is an advanced AI transcription service that converts your audio and video files to accurate text in minutes. Whether you need to transcribe interviews, meetings, lectures, podcasts, or any other audio content, our automatic transcription software delivers professional results with up to 99% accuracy.Unlike traditional transcription services, PlainScribe uses cutting-edge speech-to-text technology to process your files instantly. Our audio to text converter supports 47 languages, making it the ideal solution for global teams, researchers, journalists, and content creators who need reliable transcription in multiple languages.Beyond transcription, PlainScribe offers AI-powered translation, automatic summarization, and subtitle generation—all in one platform. With pay-as-you-go pricing starting at just $0.067 per minute, you only pay for what you use. No subscriptions, no commitments.Trusted by researchers, journalists, and content creators worldwide10K+Active Users500K+Hours Transcribed47Languages SupportedHow It WorksFrom audio to text in three simple stepsOur automatic transcription process is designed to be fast, accurate, and effortless1. Upload Your FileSimply drag and drop your audio or video file into our secure upload area. We support all major formats including MP3, MP4, WAV, M4A, and more. Files up to 100MB are processed instantly with no file size restrictions on our premium plans.2. AI ProcessingOur advanced speech-to-text AI analyzes your audio using state-of-the-art machine learning models. The system automatically detects the language, identifies speakers, and generates accurate transcriptions with proper punctuation and formatting.3. Download & ExportReview your transcript, make any edits, and export in your preferred format. Choose from TXT, CSV, SRT, VTT, or JSON. Need translations or summaries? Generate them with one click and download everything together.Why PlainScribeThe simplest path from speech to textUpload your files and let our AI handle the rest. Search through transcripts, generate summaries, and export in any format you need.Large File SupportUpload audio and video files up to 100MB. We handle the processing and notify you when complete.AI-Powered NotesTransform messy transcripts into polished, professional summaries with intelligent formatting.Pay As You GoOnly pay for what you use. No subscriptions, no hidden fees—just simple per-hour pricing.47 LanguagesTranscribe in multiple languages and translate to English with native-level accuracy.Processing completeYour transcript is readyAI-PoweredSmart Notes EnhancementTransform rough transcript notes into polished, professional content. Our AI analyzes your notes alongside the transcript to create comprehensive, well-structured summaries.Automatic formatting and organizationKey points extraction and highlightingContext-aware enhancementsMarkdown formatting supportTry Smart NotesFlexible ExportsCSV & Subtitle ExportsDownload your transcripts in CSV format for data analysis, or export as SRT/VTT files for video subtitles. Your content, your format..txt.csv.srt.vtt.jsonStart ExportingEverything you needOne platform for all your transcription needsAudio TranscriptionConvert podcasts, interviews, and recordings into searchable text.Video TranscriptionExtract dialogue from videos for subtitles, captions, or analysis.TranslationTranslate your content to English from 47 supported languages.SummarizationGet AI-generated summaries for every 15-minute segment.Explore Our ServicesDiscover how PlainScribe can help with your specific needsAudio TranscriptionConvert audio files to text with AI-powered accuracyVideo TranscriptionExtract text from videos for subtitles and captionsAI TranslationTranslate audio and video to 47 languagesSubtitle GeneratorCreate SRT, VTT, and other subtitle formatsAI SummarizationGet key points and summaries automatically47 LanguagesTranscribe and translate in dozens of languagesPopular use cases:For Researchers•For Journalists•For Students•For Podcasters•For BusinessReady to transform your audio & video?Get started with 15 free minutes. No credit card required.Limited time: 50% off all credit purchasesStart Transcribing FreeLearn More --- Simple Pay-As-You-Go Transcription PricingNo subscription lock up. Simply pay for the minutes you need. Start with 15 free minutes.Transcribe, Translate & Summarize your files$0.067/ minThat's just $4.02 per hour of audioSign in to PurchasePurchase Batches of 150 Minutes for $10Compare Transcription Service PricingSee how PlainScribe stacks up against other transcription servicesServicePricing ModelCost per MinuteCost for 1 HourPlainScribePay-as-you-go$0.067$4.02Rev (AI)Pay-per-minute$0.25$15.00Rev (Human)Pay-per-minute$1.50$90.00Otter.aiMonthly subscription$16.99/month*Varies by usage*Subscription-based pricing requires monthly commitment regardless of usageWhy Choose Pay-As-You-Go?No Monthly FeesOnly pay when you transcribe. No recurring charges eating into your budget.Credits Never ExpireYour purchased minutes stay in your account forever. Use them whenever you need.15 Free MinutesTry before you buy. Every new account gets 15 minutes of free transcription.Transparent Pricing$0.067 per minute. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no fine print.Bulk SavingsPurchase 150 minutes for just $10. Perfect for podcasters and content creators.Multi-Language SupportSame low price for 47 languages. No extra charges for non-English content.Frequently Asked Questions About PricingHow does pay-as-you-go pricing work?With PlainScribe, you only pay for what you use. Purchase credits at $0.067 per minute of audio/video transcription. No monthly fees, no commitments - just straightforward pricing based on your actual usage.Are there any hidden fees?No hidden fees whatsoever. The price you see is the price you pay - $0.067 per minute for transcription. There are no setup fees, no processing fees, and no minimum purchase requirements beyond our standard credit batches.Do credits expire?No, your PlainScribe credits never expire. Once you purchase credits, they remain in your account until you use them, giving you complete flexibility.Is there a free trial?Yes! New users receive 15 free minutes of transcription to try PlainScribe. This allows you to test our AI transcription quality before making any purchase.How does PlainScribe compare to subscription services?Unlike subscription services that charge monthly fees whether you use them or not, PlainScribe uses pay-as-you-go pricing. This means you only pay for actual transcription minutes used. For occasional users, this can save hundreds of dollars compared to monthly subscriptions like Otter.ai ($16.99/month) or per-minute services like Rev ($0.25-$1.50/min).What payment methods do you accept?We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) through our secure payment processor. Your payment information is never stored on our servers.Ready to Start Transcribing?Get 15 free minutes when you sign up. No credit card required.Sign in to Purchase --- Now available — Desktop AppYour transcription.Your machine.A native desktop app that transcribes audio and video directly on your device. No uploads. No cloud. No limits. Just drag in a file and get a transcript.$49Freewith any credit purchaseOne credit pack. Permanent access. Starting at $10.Built to do one thing wellLocal-first transcription that respects your files, your time, and your privacy.Completely OfflineNo internet connection required. Your audio stays on your hard drive, processed by your CPU. Nothing is ever uploaded anywhere.47 LanguagesBuilt on leading AI transcription models with broad language support out of the box. No plugins, no configuration.Instant Full-Text SearchEvery transcript is searchable the moment it's created. Find the exact phrase across hundreds of files in milliseconds.No Metering. Ever.No per-minute fees. No credit system. No usage caps. Transcribe a ten-minute call or a ten-hour lecture — same cost: zero.Drop Any FileMP3, WAV, MP4, MOV, FLAC, OGG, and dozens more. Drag it in, get a transcript out. That's it.Yours ForeverNo subscription. No expiration date. No account required to use it. Download it once and it works until your computer doesn't.Three steps. Five minutes.1Buy any credit packStarting at $10. You get 150 minutes of cloud transcription and permanent access to the desktop app.2Download the appmacOS, Windows, and Linux. No account needed to run it.3Transcribe anything, anytimeOffline, unlimited, forever. No internet. No tracking. Just your files and your transcripts.Get PlainScribe Desktop freeCreate an account and buy any credit pack to get permanent access. Plans start at $10 and include both cloud transcription minutes and the full desktop app.Sign InCreate an Account