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use-local-whisper

Switch voice transcription from the OpenAI Whisper API to local whisper.cpp.

Updated Mar 24, 2026
Search Tags:#transcription#macos#whatsapp#ffmpeg#on-device#whisper.cpp#whisper-cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/E01N/ClawOutreach --skill use-local-whisper-e01n
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: use-local-whisper
Source: https://github.com/E01N/ClawOutreach/tree/main/nanoclaw/.claude/skills/use-local-whisper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/E01N/ClawOutreach --skill use-local-whisper-e01n

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Historically, on-device voice transcription relied on cloud-based APIs, exposing data and incurring latency; this skill switches to local whisper.cpp to run entirely on-device, with no API key or network requirement.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Switches transcription from the OpenAI Whisper API to local whisper.cpp for on-device processing
  • WhatsApp channel support with pre-applied voice-transcription skill
  • Works offline after dependencies are installed, enabling privacy-preserving transcription

Quick Start

Apply this skill to switch transcription to local whisper.cpp for WhatsApp, ensuring the voice-transcription skill is already applied.

Frequently Asked Questions about use-local-whisper

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I transcribe WhatsApp voice messages locally on macOS?▼

To transcribe WhatsApp voice messages locally, you can use on-device whisper.cpp processing on macOS Apple Silicon, which switches transcription entirely offline without requiring an OpenAI API key.

Do I need an OpenAI API key for on-device whisper.cpp transcription?▼

No, you do not need an OpenAI API key for on-device whisper.cpp transcription, as it switches processing from the cloud API to local whisper-cli, operating entirely offline.

What dependencies are required to run local whisper.cpp for WhatsApp transcription?▼

Local whisper.cpp transcription requires whisper-cpp, ffmpeg, and a GGML model installed, alongside a pre-applied voice-transcription skill on macOS Apple Silicon.

Can I use whisper-cli for offline voice transcription on Apple Silicon?▼

Yes, you can use whisper-cli for offline voice transcription on Apple Silicon by applying this skill to update code paths, provided the voice-transcription skill is applied first.

How does local whisper.cpp transcription compare to the OpenAI Whisper API?▼

Local whisper.cpp transcription replaces the OpenAI Whisper API by running entirely on-device, which prevents data exposure and removes network latency requirements.

Why does my local whisper.cpp transcription require ffmpeg?▼

Local whisper.cpp transcription requires ffmpeg to process and convert WhatsApp audio formats, ensuring the voice messages are compatible with whisper-cli input requirements.

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