Voice to Text Converter for Mac

Convert speech to text instantly with a single hotkey. Hold, speak, release — your words appear wherever your cursor is. No uploading, no waiting.

Messages
S

Can you send me the latest designs when you get a chance?

Yeah of course, I'll send them over in a few minutes. Just finishing up the last couple of screens now.

SpeakingFn
100%
Offline & private
5
Languages supported
<1s
Transcription speed
0
Data sent to the cloud

How the Converter Works

Voice in, text out. Three steps, under a second.

1

Voice In

Hold your hotkey and speak naturally

2

Instant Conversion

On-device AI converts your speech to text in 70ms

3

Text Out

Converted text is pasted directly into your active app

Features

Built for people who type a lot

Whether you're writing emails, messages, docs, or code comments — speaking is faster than typing.

Sits in your menu bar

No app to open. No window to find. Just Parley lives quietly in your menu bar, always one hotkey away. It stays out of your way until you need it.

Sits in your menu bar

Completely offline

Your voice never leaves your Mac. No cloud processing, no accounts, no data collection. The speech model runs entirely on your machine.

Completely offline

Data sent to the cloud

Five languages, auto-detect

English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Cantonese. Pick one or let the app detect the language automatically as you speak.

English
中文
日本語
한국어
粵語
Auto

Works everywhere

Any text field, any app. Emails, Slack messages, Google Docs, code editors, search bars — if you can type in it, Just Parley can type in it for you.

MailHi team, just wanted to check in on...
SlackSounds good, let's go with option B...
DocsThe quarterly results show a clear...

Not a file converter. A live converter.

Most voice to text tools make you upload audio files and wait. Just Parley converts your voice to text as you speak, directly into whatever app you're using.

No audio files to upload or manage
No browser tabs or separate windows
No waiting for processing — conversion happens in 70ms
Works directly in the app you're already using
100% offline — your voice never leaves your Mac

What People Convert Voice to Text For

Writing emails faster

Speak your reply instead of typing it out. Converts naturally-spoken sentences into polished text.

Replying to messages hands-free

Convert voice to text in Slack, WhatsApp, Discord, or any messaging app without touching the keyboard.

Taking meeting notes

Convert spoken points into text notes during or right after calls. Works in Notion, Obsidian, Apple Notes.

Writing documents

Draft reports, blog posts, or proposals by voice. Convert speech to text directly in Google Docs, Word, or Pages.

Coding comments

Dictate code comments and documentation without breaking your flow. Works in VS Code, Cursor, Xcode.

Accessibility

For RSI, carpal tunnel, or mobility issues — convert voice to text as your primary input method across every app.

Converts 10 seconds of speech in 70ms

That's faster than the blink of an eye. The SenseVoice model runs entirely on your Mac — no server round-trip, no internet needed.

Conversion time
~70ms
for 10 seconds of speech
vs typing
~30s
40 wpm

Get the converter

One purchase. Every app. Convert voice to text for life.

Early pricing
$29
one-time purchase
Live voice to text conversion in every Mac app
100% offline — your voice never leaves your Mac
5 languages: English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Cantonese
Use on up to 3 Macs
Free updates for life

30-day money-back guarantee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an audio file converter?
No. Just Parley is a live voice to text converter — it converts your speech to text in real-time as you speak. There are no files to upload or manage. Hold a hotkey, speak, and the converted text appears in your app.
Does it convert voice to text in real-time?
Yes. It converts 10 seconds of speech in about 70ms. You hold the hotkey, speak, release, and the text appears instantly. There's no noticeable delay.
Can I convert voice to text in different languages?
Yes. The converter supports English, Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese, Korean, and Cantonese. It can auto-detect the language or you can set a preferred one.
Is the voice to text converter free?
Just Parley costs $29 as a one-time purchase. No subscription, no hidden fees. That includes free updates and use on up to 3 Macs.
Does it work offline?
Yes, completely. The speech-to-text model runs locally on your Mac. No internet connection is needed, and your voice data never leaves your computer.
How do I use it?
Install the app, set your hotkey, and you're ready. Click into any text field, hold your hotkey, speak, and release. The converted text is pasted automatically.