Voice dictation in a single HTML file

Open one file in your browser and start dictating. No account, no installation, no software to maintain. Free and in the public domain.

What it is

VocalNoteOne turns your voice into written notes using the speech recognition already built into your browser. The whole application is one HTML file — you download it, you open it, and it works.

There is no server behind it, no account to create, and nothing to install. Your notes are saved on your own machine and never travel anywhere.

Why use it

  • Nothing to install A single HTML file, opened straight in your browser. No setup, no updates to chase.
  • No account, no server, no tracking There is no backend. Nothing is logged, nothing is profiled, and your notes stay on your machine.
  • Internet is required to dictate Transcription is handled by your browser's speech service. Notes you have already saved remain readable without a connection.
  • Built for accessibility Keyboard navigation, screen-reader labels, light and dark themes, and readable contrast throughout.
  • Designed for narrow panels The layout stays usable in a column about 11 cm wide, docked beside your other windows.
  • Public domain Released under CC0. Use it, copy it, modify it, redistribute it. No conditions.

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Requirements and how it works

Browser. Google Chrome is recommended. Microsoft Edge works, with some caveats documented in the user guide. The application relies on the Web Speech API, which other browsers may not support.

Speech recognition. Speech recognition is handled by your browser's built-in service, which requires an internet connection. VocalNoteOne has no server: your notes never leave your machine, no account is required, and nothing is logged.

If the connection drops. Dictation is not interrupted and your text stays on screen. Transcription resumes on its own once the connection is back, with no permission prompt to click again.