About
Good Tape is a professional-grade automated transcription platform that delivers accurate, secure speech-to-text conversion for audio and video files. Trusted by over 3 million journalists, researchers, and professionals worldwide, it stands out for its commitment to data privacy — all files are stored in the EU, fully GDPR-compliant, and ISO 27001 certified. The platform supports transcription in 100+ languages, handling diverse accents, fast speakers, and complex audio with high reliability. AI-generated summaries provide fast overviews and key insights without relying on external LLMs, keeping data secure. An intuitive editor makes post-transcription clean-up effortless, while automatic speaker labels add context and clarity to interview transcripts. Good Tape is built for team workflows: bulk uploading, collaborative editing, and Collections (folder-based project organization) streamline large-scale transcription tasks. A native iOS and Android recorder app allows professionals to capture high-quality audio in the field and sync recordings instantly for transcription. Use cases span journalism and newsrooms, academia, legal, government, consulting, podcasting, and content creation. Good Tape offers a free tier, making it accessible for individuals, with paid plans scaling up to business and API access for enterprise needs. Zetland, a prominent online media outlet, reports saving 20,000 hours per year using Good Tape in their newsroom.
Key Features
- AI Transcription in 100+ Languages: Accurately transcribes audio and video across more than 100 languages and dialects, handling diverse accents, fast speakers, and challenging audio conditions.
- Automatic Speaker Labels: Identifies and labels individual speakers in recordings, providing clarity and context — especially useful for interviews, meetings, and multi-participant sessions.
- AI Summaries: Generates fast, concise overviews and key insights from transcripts without using external LLMs, keeping sensitive content secure.
- Team Collaboration & Collections: Invite colleagues to collaborate on transcripts, organize projects in folder-based Collections, and bulk-upload multiple files to accelerate team workflows.
- iOS & Android Recorder App: Record high-quality audio directly in the mobile app, with instant sync to your account for immediate transcription — no secondary recorder needed.
Use Cases
- Journalists and newsrooms transcribing interviews and press conferences to speed up reporting workflows and save thousands of hours annually.
- Legal and government professionals securely transcribing depositions, hearings, and confidential recordings with GDPR-compliant storage.
- Academic researchers converting recorded interviews and fieldwork audio into editable text for analysis and publication.
- Podcasters and content creators generating accurate transcripts for show notes, accessibility captions, and content repurposing.
- Consulting and enterprise teams collaborating on multilingual transcription projects across global offices using the Teams plan and API.
Pros
- Enterprise-Grade Security: ISO 27001 certified and GDPR-compliant with EU-based data storage, making it suitable for handling sensitive interviews, legal recordings, and confidential content.
- Wide Language Support: Supports transcription in 100+ languages, enabling global teams and international journalists to work seamlessly across borders.
- Proven Real-World Accuracy: Trusted by 3 million professionals with documented results, such as Zetland saving 20,000+ hours annually in their newsroom.
- Free Tier Available: Individuals and small teams can start transcribing at no cost, with scalable paid plans for growing needs.
Cons
- No 100% Accuracy Guarantee: As with all AI transcription services, some manual editing may be required, particularly for heavily accented speech or poor audio quality.
- Advanced Features Behind Paid Plans: Team collaboration, bulk uploading, API access, and higher usage limits require upgrading to a Pro, Business, or Teams subscription.
- Limited Offline Functionality: Transcription processing is cloud-based, so a stable internet connection is required and the tool is not suitable for fully offline environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many languages does Good Tape support?
Good Tape supports transcription in over 100 languages, including handling diverse accents and complex audio, making it suitable for international and multilingual workflows.
Is Good Tape GDPR compliant?
Yes. Good Tape is fully GDPR-compliant, ISO 27001 certified, and stores all transcription data exclusively on EU-based servers, ensuring the highest level of data privacy and security.
Does Good Tape have a free plan?
Yes, Good Tape offers a free tier that lets you start transcribing without a credit card. Paid plans (Pro, Business, and Teams) unlock additional features like bulk uploads, collaboration, and API access.
Can I use Good Tape on my phone?
Yes. Good Tape has a native app for both iOS and Android that lets you record audio directly in the app. Recordings are instantly synced to your account and ready for transcription.
Does Good Tape support team collaboration?
Yes. You can invite colleagues to your Good Tape workspace, share transcripts, organize projects in Collections (folders), and use bulk upload to handle large volumes of files efficiently.
