whishper

What it does

Transcribes audio and video, then lets you edit, translate and export subtitles, all self-hosted so nothing leaves the machine — which is the point for recordings you cannot upload. Docker deployment, GPU optional but helpful. The author states a full rewrite is underway and that the current branch will receive no further releases, so check the v4 branch's progress before adopting. AGPL-3.0.

Summary based on the project's own description. The Japanese page has a fuller beginner guide: setup difficulty, what to prepare, and a step-by-step start.

Screenshots & visuals

Before you start

• Setup difficultySome setup needed
• Command lineRequired
• API keyNot required
• Sends data onlineNo

Judged automatically from the project's own metadata. Always confirm on the official page.

whishper FAQ

Is whishper free?

Yes. It runs on your own machine, so there is no usage-based cost either.

Do I need to install anything or write code to use whishper?

It needs the command line. If you are not comfortable typing commands, expect to get stuck during setup.

Does whishper work on a phone?

No. It needs a computer.

Can I use whishper commercially?

The licence is AGPL-3.0. Using it commercially is fine, but if you distribute something built on it you may be required to release that under the same licence. Keep it internal, or check before distributing.

How it compares

The conditions that decide whether you can actually use it, side by side.

"Sends data out" means your input is uploaded to someone's server. Pick "No" when the material cannot leave your organisation.

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