WAKNOTE: Local AI Transcribe
Not claimedWAKNOTE is a private, local transcription workspace built for Apple Silicon Macs
By MOHD KHAIRIN BAHAROM · Productivity
In short
WAKNOTE: Local AI Transcribe is a Mac app that transcribes audio and video on Apple Silicon hardware without sending recordings to a cloud service. It includes timestamped transcript editing, a Batch mode for multiple files, a built-in Audio Cutter, and TXT, SRT, and VTT export. It suits interviews, lectures, meetings, and research where privacy matters; no account is required.
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WAKNOTE is a private, local transcription workspace built for Apple Silicon Macs.
Transcribe audio and video directly on your Mac without sending your recordings to a cloud transcription service. Your media, transcripts, edits, and projects stay local.
BUILT FOR LOCAL TRANSCRIPTION
• Transcribe audio and video locally • Powered by Whisper speech recognition • Choose from four included transcription models • Hardware-accelerated on Apple Silicon • No WAKNOTE account required • No cloud transcription required
EDIT AND REVIEW
Work with timestamped transcript segments in a focused workspace. Edit transcript text, add segments manually, navigate through your recording, and keep your work saved locally.
AUDIO AND VIDEO WORKFLOW
Import supported audio and video formats, process multiple files with Batch, and use the built-in Audio Cutter when you only need part of a recording.
EXPORT YOUR WAY
Export completed transcripts as:
• TXT • SRT • VTT
PRIVATE BY DESIGN
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