Last updated 07-24-2026
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Hurd AI
Hurd AI is a desktop note-taking app that records lectures, meetings, and conversations, then turns them into searchable transcripts on your own machine. You stay focused on the discussion while it handles transcription, tagging, titling, and summaries in the background.
The app imports audio and video files in formats like MP3, MP4, WAV, AVI, and M4A, and supports more than 90 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic. You can highlight, filter, and group transcript text, replay audio at any point with a click, and edit inline before exporting to Apple Notes or CSV.
Unlike cloud transcription services, Hurd AI keeps your recordings and transcripts on your local device. The macOS beta is open now for macOS Big Sur and later, with a Windows version listed as coming soon.
Records and transcribes meetings, lectures, and conversations while you stay present in the moment
Auto-titles, tags, and summarizes transcripts so you can search and organize without manual cleanup
Imports MP3, MP4, WAV, AVI, and M4A files and supports 90+ languages for transcription
Keeps audio files and transcripts on your local machine instead of uploading them to the cloud
Exports transcripts to Apple Notes or CSV and syncs imports across devices via iCloud on iPhone
Completely free with unlimited recordings and no per-minute billing.
Keeps audio and transcripts on your local machine for stronger privacy.
Supports 90+ languages and common audio/video import formats.
macOS beta only right now; Windows support is still listed as coming soon.
No web or mobile app; desktop download required for transcription.
Is Hurd AI free to use?
Yes. Hurd AI is completely free with unlimited recordings and no usage limits, unlike services that charge per minute.
Does Hurd AI upload my audio to the cloud?
No. Hurd AI processes and stores your personal audio files and transcripts on your local machine. They do not leave your device.
What platforms does Hurd AI support?
The beta is currently available for macOS Big Sur and later. A Windows version is listed as coming soon on the site.
What file formats can I import into Hurd AI?
Hurd AI supports audio and video formats including MP3, MP4, WAV, AVI, and M4A. iPhone users with iCloud enabled can import files in one click.
What languages does Hurd AI transcribe?
Hurd AI supports Arabic, English, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, and more than 90 additional languages.