ScribeBuddy: Free AI Transcription, Translation, and Subtitle Software is an AI-powered transcription platform that converts audio and video to text with high accuracy, supports translation into 100+ languages, and can generate subtitles. It offers unlimited free transcription for short files, along with paid plans for longer content and additional features such as AI-powered summaries and priority support. The tool is suitable for podcasters, educators, marketers, recruiters, and content creators looking to rapidly transform media into searchable, editable text and multilingual subtitles.
How to Use ScribeBuddy
- Upload or input your media. Add audio or video files (or use supported links) for transcription.
- Choose actions. Transcribe to text, translate to another language, and/or generate subtitles.
- Review and export. Edit the transcript as needed, then export as text, SRT, or other formats. Use translations or summaries to enhance content reach.
Disclaimer: Free transcription is available for short files. Longer transcriptions and advanced features may require a paid plan.
Core Features
- Free forever: unlimited transcription for personal use with no credit card required
- AI transcription: high-accuracy audio/video to text with automatic speaker recognition
- AI translation: translate transcripts into 100+ languages
- AI summaries: concise overviews of transcribed content
- Subtitle creation: generate SRT/subtitle files from transcripts
- Wide format support: supports a broad range of audio/video formats and encodings
- Cross-platform accessibility: works across devices and operating systems
- Pay-as-you-go option: flexible pricing starting at $0.05 per minute for occasional use
- Knowledgeable customer support and GDPR/compliance considerations
Features and Capabilities
- Transcription: automatic transcription of audio and video to text with ~98% accuracy in typical use
- Translation: transcript-to-text translation into 100+ languages
- Subtitles: generation of subtitle files for accessibility and engagement
- Live/Podcast/Meetings: practical for meetings, lectures, podcasts, voice memos, and more
- Accessibility and SEO: transcripts and subtitles improve accessibility and discoverability
Pricing Plans
- Free Forever: Unlimited Transcription, Unlimited Translation, No Subscriptions, each file up to 5 minutes
- Pay-as-you-go: $16.99 for 1200 minutes with translation and subtitle creation; no long-term commitment
- Additional features: AI-powered summaries and priority support on eligible plans
Supported Languages
- Transcription and translation in 100+ languages, including major global languages across regions
System Compatibility
- Works on Mac, Windows, Linux computers and iOS/Android devices
Safety and Usage
- Terms of use encourage responsible use; avoid sharing confidential or copyrighted content without permission
Why Choose ScribeBuddy
- Fast, accurate AI transcription with broad language support
- Flexible pricing with a free tier and pay-as-you-go option
- Easy generation of subtitles and summaries to enhance accessibility and content reuse