Overview

MurmurType is a privacy-focused speech-to-text transcription application designed exclusively for macOS that delivers exceptional accuracy even with whispered or mumbled speech. With its signature Tri-Mode Privacy System, you can choose between Local Mode (all processing on your Mac), Managed Cloud (enhanced accuracy without API key management), or Bring Your Own Key for advanced users. Supporting 19 languages with instant translation capabilities, MurmurType seamlessly integrates into any Mac application with customizable keyboard shortcuts and automated silence detection that knows when you've stopped speaking.

Pricing: Available on Setapp ($9.99/month) | Lifetime license option available

Minimum macOS: 14.6 (Sonoma)

Architecture: Apple Silicon, Intel

Key Features

• Tri-Mode Privacy System: Local Mode, Managed Cloud, or Bring Your Own Key
• Exceptional accuracy with whispered, mumbled, or complex terminology
• Translation support for 19 languages including French, Italian, Dutch, Chinese, and Arabic
• Automated silence detection that stops recording when you stop speaking
• Customizable silence duration settings
• Automatic punctuation placement
• Works seamlessly with any Mac application
• Customizable keyboard shortcuts (default: Command + R to record)
• Local data storage for API keys, transcriptions, and audio files
• Simple workflow: press record, speak, then transcribe
• Powered by OpenAI API with privacy-focused proxy (no data logging)
• Notarized by Apple for verified security
• Available through Setapp with 7-day free trial
• Handles complex terminology and technical language with high accuracy
• Privacy-first design with multiple processing options

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