How to Extract Text from a WhatsApp Call Recording

If you’ve recorded a WhatsApp call and need a written transcript, follow these steps to convert the audio into text easily.

Step 1: Locate Your WhatsApp Call Recording

On Android:

• If you used a call recording app, open the app and find the saved file.

• If your device supports call recording, check File Manager > Call Recordings or the Recordings folder.

On iPhone:

• iPhones don’t allow native call recording, but if you used an external recorder or a third-party app, locate the file in your Voice Memos or the app’s storage.

Step 2: Convert the Audio File to a Common Format

• Most transcription tools support MP3, WAV, or M4A files.

• If your recording is in an unsupported format, use Online Audio Converter (online-audio-converter.com) or an app like Audacity to convert it.

Step 3: Use an AI Transcription Tool

Once your recording is ready, upload it to a transcription service:

• MeetMinutes: AI-powered transcription with speaker identification and key insights.

• Rev.com: Offers AI and human transcription for better accuracy.

• Sonix.ai: Provides fast AI-powered transcriptions.

• Descript: Allows editing and transcribing in one tool.

Steps to Transcribe Using MeetMinutes (Example):

1. Visit MeetMinutes and sign up or log in.

2. Click Upload Audio and select your WhatsApp call recording.

3. The AI will generate a transcript with speaker identification and key points.

4. Review, edit, and export the text in multiple formats.

Step 4: Review and Share the Transcription

• Check the transcript for accuracy and correct any errors.

• Highlight key points and important details.

• Share the final document via email, cloud storage, or WhatsApp.

By following these steps, you can easily extract text from your WhatsApp call recordings for documentation, note-taking, or legal purposes!