Everything You Need for Private Dictation
Enterprise-grade accuracy meets complete privacy
Instant Auto-Paste
ZipMic automatically types your transcribed text directly into your active application. Whether you're coding in VS Code, writing in Word, or chatting on Discord—your words appear instantly at the cursor.
Global Hold-to-Talk
Configure any key (Caps Lock, side mouse button, F-keys) as your global hotkey. Push to talk, release to transcribe. Works across all applications without switching windows or focus.
OpenAI Whisper Powered
Built on OpenAI's state-of-the-art Whisper model via Whisper.net. Get cloud-level accuracy (95%+) running 100% locally. Supports 100+ languages with automatic detection.
100% Private by Design
No audio data ever leaves your device. No cloud processing, no API keys, no accounts required. Your voice data is processed in memory and never written to disk. GDPR/HIPAA compliant by architecture.
GPU Acceleration
Supports NVIDIA CUDA for blazing-fast transcription (sub-200ms latency). Automatic fallback to optimized multi-threaded CPU processing. Works great on Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3 chips.
Minimal, Unobtrusive UI
Designed to stay out of your way. A simple system tray icon and a sleek floating HUD are all you see. Modern "Dynamic Island" style feedback shows recording status without breaking focus.
Soft Stop Technology
Recording continues for 500ms after you release the hotkey, ensuring complete sentences are captured. No more cut-off words or rushed endings.
Automatic Model Setup
No complex configuration required. ZipMic automatically downloads and installs the optimal AI model (~140MB) on first launch. Works immediately after installation.
ZipMic vs. The Competition
See why privacy-conscious professionals choose local AI
| Feature | ZipMic | Dragon | Otter.ai | Google/Azure | OS Dictation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% Local Processing | ✓ | Partial | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Works Completely Offline | ✓ | Partial | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| GDPR/HIPAA Compliant | ✓ | Extra Cost | Enterprise Only | BAA Required | ✕ |
| No Subscription | ✓ | $500+ once | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Cross-Platform | Win/Mac/Linux | Windows | ✓ | ✓ | OS-specific |
| Universal App Integration | ✓ | ✓ | Limited | API Only | Limited |
| GPU Acceleration | CUDA | ✓ | N/A (cloud) | N/A (cloud) | ✕ |
| OpenAI Whisper AI | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | Partial | ✕ |
| 3-Year Cost | $29-79 | $500+ | $600+ | $300-900+ | Free |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Windows 10/11, macOS 10.15+, or Linux
- .NET 10.0 Runtime (bundled)
- 4 GB RAM
- 500 MB disk space
Recommended Best Experience
- NVIDIA GPU with CUDA support
- 8 GB RAM or more
- SSD storage (faster model loading)
- Quality microphone for best accuracy