Speech Transcription Services

GoTranscript turns speeches into 99%-accurate, searchable text—archive-ready, secure & quick. Order now!
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$1.02
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$0.20
per minute for 80-90% accuracy
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  • What We Do: Provide Accurate Speech Transcription Services That Enhance Your Workflow Effortlessly.

  • Who We Help: Businesses, Podcasters, Researchers, Educators, And Content Creators Needing Quality Speech Transcription.

  • Why Choose Us: Exceptional Accuracy, Fast Turnaround, Secure Processes, Trusted By Thousands Worldwide.

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Professional Speech Transcription Services

Gotranscript offers 100% human speech transcription services ensuring unmatched accuracy and reliability, trusted by businesses worldwide for clear, precise transcripts that support your success.

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Secure Speech Transcription

Our speech transcription services prioritize the highest security standards, ensuring your sensitive audio content is protected throughout the transcription process.

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Recognized and top ranked by leading media, our speech transcription service stands out for accuracy, professionalism, and reliability.

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Frequently asked questions

Speech transcription converts spoken audio into searchable, time-stamped text for captions, subtitles, and compliance. GoTranscript provides human and AI transcripts optimized for SDH captions and localization workflows, helping e-learning managers, video teams, broadcasters, and localization leads deliver accurate dialogue, speaker IDs, and sound cues for accessible media across platforms.

Human transcription from GoTranscript is designed for 99.4% accuracy on clear audio, validated by multi-step editing and QA. For proof points, PCMag rated GoTranscript 4.5/5 as “Excellent… best online transcription service for accurate and affordable human-made transcriptions” (Apr 22, 2025) PCMag GoTranscript review.

Yes, we create SDH captions with speaker labels and non-speech elements to support accessibility in training videos, courses, and broadcast content. Delivery includes SRT or VTT with precise timing and sound cues suitable for LMS and OTT workflows. For budgets and volume planning, see our SDH captioning rates.

Yes, GoTranscript uses HIPAA-aligned processes for PHI and is GDPR-ready, with NDAs, PII protection, and layered access. Editors review the full file for quality, while transcribers see segmented audio to minimize exposure. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest, with role-based access and audit practices documented at GoTranscript security.

Turnaround depends on audio length, quality, and service type, with rush options available on eligible files. Delivery estimates are shown at checkout, and many teams use staged workflows (AI draft, human QA) to balance speed and accuracy for tight production schedules.

Pricing is per audio minute with add-ons for accents, timestamps, or multi-speaker files, making it predictable for series and course catalogs. For current tiers and volume options, visit our human transcription pricing.

Automated speech-to-text offers lower per-minute rates and rapid turnaround, ideal for internal notes or pre-caption drafts. Compare current costs and volume options on our automated transcription pricing page.

Yes, enterprise customers can use the API to automate uploads, manage users, and control access aligned with internal policies. For developer docs, endpoints, and authentication details, see the GoTranscript Transcription API.

Yes, the API supports programmatic job creation and status retrieval, with webhook events available to update your CMS or DAM when transcripts are ready. Explore endpoints and implementation guidance at the Transcription API documentation.

Yes, submit the audio or your AI-generated text and our editors will proofread and correct timestamps, speaker labels, and SDH cues. For fast cleanup that preserves your workflow, start an order at AI transcription proofreading.

Common outputs include SRT and VTT for captions, plus DOCX, TXT, and JSON with timestamps for searchable archives. Delivery integrates with LMS and video platforms used by e-learning and broadcast teams, and you choose formats during checkout.

Contact Sales for enterprise SOWs, custom SLAs, large archives, security questionnaires, or workflows involving PHI across multiple teams. For procurement, NDAs, and volume planning, start with our enterprise transcription solutions page.