ScribeStart with the recording
How to record meetings on a Mac
Set up microphone and system-audio permissions, test both sides, and record calls in Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, or another meeting app.
A little help, before and after the call
Better meeting notes start here.
Practical ways to record a conversation, find the words again, and keep a useful record on your Mac.
Scribe is a free, open-source meeting notes app for Mac. It captures your microphone and Mac audio, transcribes locally, and keeps your recordings and notes in ordinary files. These guides explain the setup, the daily workflow, and the choices that matter.
Keep transcription local
How offline meeting transcription works
Download a speech model once, prepare before you disconnect, and understand which features work offline and which need an optional model connection.
Put the notes to work
Export meeting notes to Markdown
Review names and decisions, export a readable note, and bring it into Obsidian or another Markdown editor without losing track of the original recording.
Every workflow starts with your choice to press Record. Tell the people in your conversation and obtain the consent it requires. Afterward, check names, dates, and commitments against the audio before sharing your notes.
Try the workflow on your next call. Scribe needs no account or subscription. Guided setup helps you prepare transcription and test your audio.
Download Scribe for MacNeed help with a particular setup? Contact Scribe support.