Free & Open Source · Local AI Dictation

Let ideas moveat the speed of thought

Press a hotkey and speak. Your words appear in any app.

Everything runs locally—no uploads. From real-time dictation to file transcription, work faster without giving up privacy.

View source on GitHub macOS 12+ · Windows 10/11
Input speed
100%
Local processing
4
languages
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voice data uploaded

Voice dictation in action

Speak it. See it written.

FlashVoice transcribes speech locally and places the finished text right where you’re working.

FlashVoice

Instant AI Voice Dictation

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Voice will be transcribed in real time...

Local AI processing, privacy secured

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Core Features

More than speech to text

From first word to final draft, every step is faster and safer.

Hold to Speak, Release to Type

Speak to type instantly — hold the hotkey to dictate, release to insert text at your cursor. Write emails, messages, and documents up to 5× faster.

Chat App
Today
A

Alex

I sent over the project files when you have a chance.
Got them — I’ll take a look later.
A
Does 3 PM tomorrow work for you?

Sounds good — see you tomorrow at 3!

Voice typed
00:03
Speak to type...

Data Never Leaves Your Device

Powered by local AI models — everything runs on your device. No uploads, no cloud, no data collection.

No Internet Required

Beyond Transcription, Smart Polish

AI voice input is so efficient 5 times faster than typing
AI voice input is so efficient — 5 times faster than typing!

Turn Recordings into Documents

Export to SRT / Text / Markdown

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interview.mp4
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How It Works

Speak. Your words follow.

Set a hotkey once, then dictate in any app whenever you need it.

01

Download & Install

Install FlashVoice on macOS or Windows — lightweight, quick, and ready in under a minute.

02

Set Your Hotkey

Choose a comfortable hotkey for dictation, or simply use the recommended default.

03

Start Speaking

Hold the hotkey to speak and release to convert your voice to text instantly.

OPEN SOURCE

Free, and truly open source

The code is transparent and auditable. Explore the source, report issues, or help the community make FlashVoice better.

View source on GitHub
README.md

# FlashVoice

Local AI dictation, built in the open.

Local-first processing
Free to use
Auditable source code
Community collaboration
$github.com/harry0703/FlashVoice

FAQ

Questions before you start

Ready when you are

Type less. Say more.

Download FlashVoice for free and let your words keep up with your thoughts.

Always free · No ads · No voice uploads