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PlainScribe
PlainScribe transcribes and translates audio or video into 47 languages and can produce summaries and subtitles.
About PlainScribe
PlainScribe is a web-based tool that transcribes audio and video files into text and translates across 47 languages. It works on a pay-as-you-go model with prepaid credits and no subscription, monthly plan, or per-seat fee.
Users can upload an audio or video file up to 1GB, including MP3, MP4, WAV, M4A, and MOV. The tool detects the language automatically, adds speaker labels and timestamps, and can create translations, AI summaries, and subtitles. Files can be exported as TXT, CSV, SRT, VTT, or JSON. Transcripts and raw audio are automatically deleted after 30 days, and a desktop app is available for offline transcription on the user's own device.
The first transcript is free for up to 2 hours with no credit card required, with paid use at $4 per audio hour and a $10 minimum top-up. It suits people with occasional transcription needs who want to pay only when they transcribe and avoid a monthly plan.
Key features
- Transcribe audio and video in 47 languages
- Automatic language detection with speaker labels and timestamps
- Translation, AI summaries and subtitles
- Export to TXT, CSV, SRT, VTT, JSON
- Upload files up to 1GB
- Prepaid credits with no subscription
Best for: People with occasional audio or video transcription needs who want pay-as-you-go pricing without a subscription.
Good for
- No subscription or per-seat fees
- First transcript free up to 2 hours without card
- 47 languages with automatic detection
- Transcripts auto-delete after 30 days
Watch out for
- $10 minimum to top up credits
- 1GB limit per uploaded file
- Paid credits last one year from purchase
PlainScribe at a glance
- Website
- plainscribe.com
- Category
- AI & Machine Learning › AI Speech Transcription
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Freemium
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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PlainScribe FAQ
How much does PlainScribe cost?
It costs $4 per audio hour, about $0.067 per minute, using prepaid credits with a $10 minimum top-up. Paid credits stay in the balance for a year from purchase.
Is there a free option?
Yes, the first transcript is free for up to 2 hours of audio with no credit card required.
What export formats are supported?
Files can be downloaded as TXT, CSV, SRT, VTT, or JSON.
What happens to my files after transcription?
Transcripts and raw audio are automatically deleted after 30 days. A desktop app is included with any credit purchase for offline transcription on your own device.
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