TalkToType (formerly WinTranscribe) turns speech into text anywhere on
Windows. Hold a key, talk, release: the text lands at your cursor in any
app. Record meetings with microphone and system audio, get a live
transcript while you record, upload existing audio files, and generate
AI summaries with decisions and action items. Premium transcription keeps
speakers consistent across a whole recording. Custom dictionary and
multi-language support (Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish).
Publisher’s description
What is TalkToType?
TalkToType by Laurens van Leer B.V. is proprietary Windows software in the notes & to-do category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 221.4 MB. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 or newer. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.7.1, released on September 22, 2026. The version history goes back to April 24, 2026: 2 releases, all linked to the official files.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
In short: TalkToType is a notes & to-do tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is TalkToType safe to download?
- The file is served by downloads.talktotype.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
48E288FAF33C45D210D1C14DEE7A2EC84072DCA9CDEBF04DFB8A1E013DBC8D25· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7.1Latest | September 22, 2026 | 221.4 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.2.0 | April 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id LaurensVanLeer.WinTranscribe -eTalkToType_1.7.1_x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Laurens van Leer B.V.
- Category
- Notes & to-do
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.7.1
- Released
- September 22, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 3, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- Website
- talktotype.com
- winget ID
- LaurensVanLeer.WinTranscribe
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Frequently asked questions
Is TalkToType free?
TalkToType is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is TalkToType safe to download?
The download comes from downloads.talktotype.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install TalkToType with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can TalkToType be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does TalkToType support?
The installer requires Windows 10 or newer and is available for 64-bit.
Does TalkToType run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of TalkToType?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to April 24, 2026.
Can I use TalkToType without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to TalkToType?
Obsidian, Logseq, QOwnNotes, Evernote and Super Productivity. The alternatives page compares them.
