AI-powered video messaging tool that records, shares, and manages video messages with AI-generated titles, summaries, and tasks.
16M visits/mo-3.4%#7 Chatbots & Assistants
$12/moStarting price
About Stenograf
Stenograf records and transcribes conversations locally on desktop or Android devices without sending data to the cloud. On desktop, it captures audio from calls, meetings, or room microphones and stores transcripts, speaker labels, and summaries on the user’s computer. The tool recognizes named voices across recordings and allows users to ask questions about past meetings, cite specific passages, and review proposed summary changes. Android users can record conversations, transcribe speech, and translate into multiple languages offline after downloading models. Transcripts can be saved as Markdown or kept as audio files, with the option to sync phone recordings to a paired desktop over a local network. Additional features include custom vocabulary for technical terms, meeting reminders from calendars, and integrations with services like Slack and Jira for action tracking. The software supports dictation, document attachment, and read-only access for AI assistants like Claude Code over MCP.
Key features
- Local speech-to-text transcription
- Multi-language translation (7 languages)
- Speaker identification and labeling
- Meeting summaries and chat-based Q&A
- Custom vocabulary for technical terms
- Calendar integration for reminders
- Document attachment and citation review
- Offline model downloads
Use cases
- Private meeting note-taking without cloud storage
- Transcribing and translating phone conversations
- Reviewing past meetings with searchable transcripts
Pros
- Local processing keeps all data private
- Supports offline transcription and translation
- Cross-platform (desktop and Android)
- Recognizes speakers across recordings
- Integrates with calendars and third-party services
Cons
- Requires 16 GB RAM and NVIDIA GPU on Windows
- Mac version limited to Apple silicon and macOS 15+
- Android models must be downloaded separately
- Recording others requires explicit permission
Frequently asked questions about Stenograf
What is Stenograf and how does it work?
Stenograf is a local AI tool that records and transcribes conversations directly on a user's device without sending data to the cloud. It captures audio from calls, meetings, or room microphones on desktop or Android devices, storing transcripts, speaker labels, and summaries locally.
Who should use Stenograf?
Stenograf is designed for individuals or teams who prioritize privacy and need to transcribe, summarize, or search through meetings, calls, or conversations. It suits professionals who work with sensitive information or prefer offline processing.
Does Stenograf require an internet connection?
No, Stenograf operates entirely offline after downloading the necessary speech models. Transcription, translation, and summarization functions work without an internet connection on both desktop and Android devices.
Can Stenograf integrate with other services?
Yes, Stenograf integrates with services like Slack and Jira for action tracking. It also supports calendar integrations for meeting reminders and provides read-only access to recordings for AI assistants like Claude Code over MCP.
How do I get started with Stenograf?
To get started, download Stenograf from the Mac App Store or Google Play, depending on your device. Follow the setup guide to install the app, download the required speech models, and begin recording conversations locally.
What languages does Stenograf support for translation?
Stenograf supports translation into English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian. These translations are available offline after downloading the respective language models on Android.
