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.