inkoscribe
inkoscribe.comPrivate local audio transcription for macOS — no cloud, no servers
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About
inkoscribe is a macOS command-line tool that performs real-time speech-to-text transcription entirely on-device, without sending audio to any cloud service. It supports both system audio and microphone input, making it suitable for transcribing meetings, calls, and personal dictation. Built by a hearing-impaired engineer for daily use, it is installed via Homebrew and requires no account or configuration.
Problem
Existing transcription tools send voice data to the cloud, posing privacy and security risks for sensitive audio.
For
macOS users, especially developers and privacy-conscious individuals who need local audio transcription
How it works
inkoscribe runs entirely on-device using Apple Silicon, transcribing system audio or microphone input in real time via a Homebrew-installable CLI tool.
Business model
free
Status
launched
Founders
- Alex (uohzxela)github