Local AI transcription for Windows, keeping sensitive audio private.
Product memo
Ibis provides private, AI-powered transcription for Windows users. It targets professionals handling sensitive audio who cannot upload files to cloud services. The tool runs OpenAI's Whisper model directly on the user's machine, processing audio files from a designated folder. It operates offline and integrates into the system tray, ensuring all data remains local.
For who
Windows users with sensitive audio recordings
Solves what
Private, local AI transcription of audio files without internet.
- Local Whisper transcription
- Automatic folder watching
- No internet required post-install
In their own words
Your recordings stay
A local-first transcription tool for Windows · $24 one-time
A local-first transcription tool for Windows
Commercial cues
Model
one_time
Free tier
No
Trial
No
Operator context
Team
Indie / lean
Founded
May 2026
Platform
Desktop
Audience
Developers
Builder Strategy
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Bootstrapped Lean
- Effort
- Solo Buildable
About Ibis Expand
Ibis delivers a specialized local transcription product for Windows users. It addresses the critical need for privacy by running OpenAI's Whisper AI model directly on the user's machine.
The software integrates into the system tray, automatically processing files dropped into a monitored folder and producing timestamped .txt and .srt outputs. Its one-time purchase model reinforces the value of data ownership and offline capability.