Dictto
Real-time voice-to-text for Mac
Most dictation apps make you choose: fast or private.
Dictto does both. Text appears while you speak, and nothing ever leaves your Mac.
Real-time streaming, 100% on-device.
Real-time Streaming
See words appear as you speak, not after you stop. No waiting for transcription.
100% Local
Everything runs on your Mac. Your voice never touches the cloud. Complete privacy.
Powered by Whisper
OpenAI's state-of-the-art speech recognition, running locally via WhisperKit.
Works Offline
No internet required after model download. Perfect for travel or secure environments.
Global Hotkey
Press ⇧⌥D from any app to start recording. Text auto-pastes when you're done.
Multilingual
English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and 90+ languages supported.
Import Audio
Share from Voice Memos directly to Dictto, or import any audio file (m4a, wav, mp3).
User Dictionary
Add custom vocabulary for names, technical terms, or brand words. Improve accuracy for your domain.
Perfect For
Developers
Vibe code with Claude, Cursor, or any LLM. Speak your prompts naturally.
Writers
Draft faster. Think out loud, edit later.
Privacy-conscious
Lawyers, healthcare, anyone handling sensitive information.
RSI / Accessibility
Reduce typing strain without sacrificing speed.
Voice Memo Users
Share recordings directly from Voice Memos for instant transcription.
Requirements
Ready to try?
Free during beta. No account required.
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