openai-whisper

Transcribe audio to text locally using the Whisper CLI.

Updated Apr 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/191854169/openclawFork --skill openai-whisper-191854169
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openai-whisper
Source: https://github.com/191854169/openclawFork/tree/main/skills/openai-whisper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/191854169/openclawFork --skill openai-whisper-191854169

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Transcribing audio privately and without relying on cloud APIs can be challenging due to privacy concerns and API-key requirements. Whisper CLI solves this by performing offline, local speech-to-text transcription so you retain control over your data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local transcription without network calls and API keys.
  • Supports model options and optional translation tasks.
  • Suitable for personal projects, podcasts, lectures, or rapid mock transcriptions on a local machine.

Quick Start

Run whisper on your audio file to generate a transcription.

Frequently Asked Questions about openai-whisper

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I transcribe audio locally without an API key?▼

You can transcribe audio locally without an API key by using the Whisper CLI to perform offline speech-to-text conversion on your machine. This approach ensures your data remains private without relying on external cloud services.

Can I use Whisper CLI to transcribe podcasts and lectures offline?▼

Yes, Whisper CLI works for offline transcription of personal projects, podcasts, lectures, and rapid mock transcriptions. It processes various audio formats locally on your machine without needing network calls.

Do I need to install a specific binary to run local speech-to-text transcription?▼

Yes, you need the Whisper binary installed on your local machine to run speech-to-text transcription. You can install it using package managers like brew, and it will use local caches like ~/.cache/whisper for model files.

Does offline transcription with Whisper support translation tasks?▼

Offline transcription with Whisper supports optional translation tasks alongside its core speech-to-text functionality. You can select different model options to execute these translation and transcription tasks locally.

What is the best way to maintain data privacy during speech-to-text conversion?▼

The best way to maintain data privacy during speech-to-text conversion is performing offline transcription locally with the Whisper CLI. This method processes audio entirely on your machine, preventing data transmission to external cloud APIs.