Introduction

What is Otter.ai?

Otter.ai is an automated transcription service that uses intelligent technology to convert speech into text in real-time. It is designed for recording meetings, interviews, lectures, and other conversations, providing users with searchable, editable, and shareable notes.

Main Features

- Real-time automated transcription and notes

- Automated slide capture from screen sharing

- Identify speakers and assign comments

- Search within conversations to find key moments

- Live summary of key points during meetings

- Integration with Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams

Use Cases

- Transcribing business meetings and interviews for accurate records

- Assisting students in capturing lecture notes and discussions

- Creating searchable archives for podcasts and video content

- Enabling real-time captioning for live events and webinars

- Helping teams collaborate with shared, editable transcripts

Common Questions

- How accurate is the transcription? Otter provides highly accurate transcriptions, especially in clear audio conditions, and improves with speaker identification.

- Can I edit the transcript? Yes, the transcripts are fully editable to correct any errors or add comments.

- Is my data secure? Otter employs security measures to protect user data, but it's advisable to review their privacy policy for specifics.

Pricing Plan

- Basic: Free forever. Includes 300 monthly transcription minutes, 30 minutes per conversation, and import/recording of up to 3 audio or video files.

- Pro: $10 per user/month (billed annually). Includes 1,200 monthly transcription minutes, 90 minutes per conversation, import of unlimited audio/video files, and advanced features like custom vocabulary.

- Business: $20 per user/month (billed annually). Includes 6,000 monthly transcription minutes, 4 hours per conversation, features like advanced security and usage analytics, and team collaboration tools.

- Enterprise: Custom pricing. Designed for large organizations with features like SAML/SSO, organization-wide deployment, and dedicated support.