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Podcast Transcription
Step-by-Step Guide
Start by downloading the podcast episode you want to transcribe to your phone or computer using your preferred podcast app. Then, open the Otter app or visit otter.ai in your browser. Click the “Import” button to upload the audio file directly.
If you don’t have the file, you can also transcribe the podcast in real time. Just open the podcast episode, then launch Otter in another tab or device. Turn up your speaker volume, and play the episode out loud. Otter captures and converts the audio as it plays.
Once your podcast episode is uploaded or playing, Otter automatically begins transcribing the audio. The transcript will appear in real time, generating word by word as the episode progresses. Depending on the length of the podcast, this process usually takes just a few minutes. When finished, you’ll have a complete, searchable transcript ready to read, edit, or download.
Click into your transcript to edit text, tag speakers, or highlight important parts. You can also ask Otter AI Chat to generate show notes, summarize the episode, or identify quotes for promotion.
Once editing is complete, export your transcript in your preferred format or share it with collaborators. Whether you're using a podcast transcript generator for accessibility, SEO, or content repurposing, Otter’s AI-powered transcription services extends the value of your podcast content effortlessly.
Features & Benefits
- High accuracy with multi-speaker identification
Perfect for podcasts with multiple hosts or interviews.
- Secure
Meets SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance to keep your data protected.
- Timestamped transcripts
Easily locate sections or create caption-ready content.
- Supports MP3 and MP4 files
Whether you‘re working with audio-only or video podcasts, Otter has you covered.
- Instant transcription
Receive your text in minutes after uploading or recording. Otter delivers fast and accurate AI transcription, saving you hours of manual work.
- Free to get started
Enjoy 300 transcription minutes per month with no credit card required.
- Searchable, editable, and shareable transcripts
Quickly find keywords, make edits, and share your content.
- Otter AI Chat
Ask Otter AI Chat to summarize episodes, pull quotes, generate headlines, and identify key moments for content repurposing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Otter uses advanced tools to deliver high-accuracy AI podcast transcripts. The most accurate transcriptions come from clear audio quality with minimal background noise.
Otter offers a free plan with 300 transcription minutes per month. Paid plans are available for more features and time, starting at $8.33/month.
Otter supports MP3, MP4, M4A, AAC, and WAV files.
Currently, Otter transcribes in English, Spanish, and French.
Most transcripts are ready within minutes, depending on file length and quality. Otter works at the same pace as the audio, so if your podcast is 10 minutes long, it’ll take 10 minutes to transcribe.
Otter supports both live transcription and uploads of pre-recorded podcast files.
Yes. You can upload and transcribe video files like MP4 and receive a full transcript.
Otter uses encryption and strict access controls. Your data is protected and only accessible by you and those you choose to share it with.
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