How to use it
- Click Record and allow microphone access.
- Speak; use Pause and Resume as needed.
- Click Stop and listen to the result.
- Download the original or click Download as MP3.
How it works
The recorder uses your browser's built-in recording (MediaRecorder). Click Record; the first time, the browser asks for permission to use the microphone. A timer and a level meter show that sound is coming in. You can pause and resume as often as you like, and everything goes into one recording. Stop ends it and shows a player so you can listen before saving.
The recording lives only in your browser's memory until you download it. Nothing is sent to a server, and closing the page discards it.
File format: WebM, OGG, M4A or MP3
Browsers record in their own native formats:
| Browser | Recording format |
|---|---|
| Chrome, Edge | WebM (Opus audio) |
| Firefox | OGG or WebM (Opus) |
| Safari (Mac, iPhone, iPad) | M4A (AAC) |
These play in browsers and most media players, but if you need maximum compatibility, for email, a website form or an older device, click Download as MP3. The recording is converted on your device to a 128 kbps MP3, which is plenty for speech. Files are named with the date and time, like recording_2026-11-13_14-05.mp3.
Noise suppression on or off?
The checkbox Noise suppression and echo cancellation is on by default. It cleans up speech: it reduces fan hum and keyboard noise, cancels echo from speakers, and evens out the level. That's ideal for voice notes, dictation, interviews and calls.
Turn it off for music, singing or instrument practice. The filters are designed for speech and can make sustained notes pump, cut off quiet passages or flatten dynamics.
Tips for a better recording
- Keep the microphone 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) from your mouth, slightly to the side to avoid popping sounds.
- Record in a small room with soft furnishings; bare walls and hard floors add echo.
- Watch the level meter: it should move clearly while you speak but not sit at the maximum.
- Do a 10-second test and listen back before a long recording.
- On a laptop, an inexpensive headset or USB microphone usually beats the built-in mic.
Afterwards you can trim the start and end with the MP3 cutter or make a quiet recording louder with the volume booster.
Microphone permission problems
- No permission prompt or access denied: click the lock or camera icon next to the address bar, allow the microphone, and reload.
- No microphone found: check that it's connected and selected as the input device in your system's sound settings.
- Silence in the recording: another app may be using the mic, or the wrong input is selected.
- On iPhone: use Safari or Chrome, and check Settings > Safari (or Chrome) > Microphone.
Frequently asked questions
Is the online voice recorder free?
Yes. No sign-up and no time limit beyond your device's memory.
Where is my recording saved?
In your browser's memory until you click Download. It's never uploaded.
Can I record as MP3?
Record, then click Download as MP3; the recording is converted to a 128 kbps MP3 on your device.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes, in Safari, Chrome and other modern mobile browsers, after you allow microphone access.
How long can I record?
There's no fixed limit. Very long recordings use more memory; for hours of audio, a computer is more reliable.
Last updated: November 12, 2026