A simple, fast voice recorder
Sometimes you just need to record your voice without installing anything: a quick voice memo, practicing a speech, a podcast intro, or a long voice message. This recorder captures high-quality audio straight from your computer or phone microphone, with automatic noise suppression and echo cancellation.
How to use it
- Click “Record” and allow microphone access.
- Speak naturally and watch the level meter — it should move through the middle without constantly hitting the end.
- Use “Pause” to stop and continue in the same file.
- Click “Stop & save” and the recording appears in the list for playback.
- Download the compact original (WebM or M4A) or a WAV file that works in every program.
Which format should I choose?
- WebM / M4A: compressed and small with excellent voice quality — ideal for sharing.
- WAV: uncompressed and much larger, but opens in every audio editor such as Audacity and video editors.
Tips for clearer recordings
- Record in a small furnished room with curtains to reduce echo.
- Keep the mic 15–20 cm (6–8 in) from your mouth, slightly off-axis to avoid breath pops.
- Turn off fans and air conditioning and close windows.
- A headset mic usually beats a laptop's built-in microphone.
Want your words as text? Try Speech to Text.
🔒 Recordings stay in your browser until you download them and are never uploaded. They disappear when you close the page, so download what you need.
How to get a clear recording
Recording quality depends more on the room and technique than on the microphone. Follow these simple tips:
- Pick a quiet, furnished room: curtains, carpets and sofas absorb echo, while empty rooms and bathrooms amplify it.
- Right distance: keep the mic 15–30 cm (6–12 in) from your mouth, slightly off-axis to avoid breath pops.
- Turn off noise sources: AC units, fans and fridges are more audible in recordings than you'd think.
- Speak steadily: keep a consistent volume and don't move toward or away from the mic.
WAV or WebM?
WAV is uncompressed, keeps full quality and opens everywhere, but it's large (about 5 MB per minute). Compressed formats are far smaller and better for sharing in messages. To turn a recording into text, try Speech to Text.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I download MP3?
Browsers can't encode MP3 natively. We provide compressed WebM/M4A and WAV; convert either to MP3 with free software.
Is there a time limit?
No fixed limit, but very long recordings use browser memory, especially on phones.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, in recent Chrome and Safari on Android and iPhone.
Are my recordings stored on your site?
No. They stay in your browser until you download them and vanish when you close the page.
Why is my voice quiet?
Move closer to the mic and check the input level in your system sound settings.
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