About the Voice Recorder
Tezmy's Voice Recorder turns any phone or computer with a microphone into a simple recorder. Press Start recording, speak, pause whenever you need a break, and stop when you're done. A live level meter shows that your microphone is picking you up, and a timer shows the length. Listen to the recording straight away, record as many takes as you like, and download the ones you want to keep. The sound is recorded by your own browser and never uploaded, so it's private and there's nothing to install.
Updated October 2026
How to use the Voice Recorder
- 1Press Start recording and allow the microphone when your browser asks.
- 2Speak normally and watch the level meter move. Press Pause for a break and Resume to carry on.
- 3Press Stop. Your recording appears below with a player.
- 4Listen to it, then press Download to save it. Record again for another take.
What people use an online voice recorder for
- Voice notes and reminders when a notes app isn't handy.
- Practising a speech, presentation, interview answers or an IELTS speaking test and listening back.
- Recording a quick voice-over for a slideshow or video.
- Language learning: record your pronunciation and compare it with a native speaker.
- Sending a short audio message by email or uploading it to a class or job portal.
Getting clear sound
Microphone position matters more than any setting. Keep the phone or headset microphone about a hand's width from your mouth and slightly to the side, so breaths don't pop. Record in a small room with soft furnishings; curtains, a sofa or even a wardrobe full of clothes soak up echo. Switch off fans and close the window if you can.
Watch the level meter before you begin: when you talk normally, the bars should reach roughly half to three-quarters of the way. If they barely move, move closer or speak up; if they hit the top all the time, move back a little. A wired or Bluetooth headset microphone usually sounds clearer than a laptop's built-in one.
M4A, WebM and MP3 explained
Browsers record with their own built-in encoders, so the file type depends on the browser. M4A (AAC audio) opens on iPhones, Android, Windows, Mac and WhatsApp. WebM (Opus audio) is a high-quality open format that plays in Chrome, Firefox, Edge and VLC, but some older apps and upload forms don't accept it. Both are much smaller than WAV: about 1 MB per minute at the quality used here.
If a website insists on MP3, open the downloaded file in a converter app or a program such as Audacity and export it as MP3. We only describe formats your browser really produces, so you always know what you'll get.
Recording on a phone vs a computer
On a computer you can switch to other tabs while recording, although it's safest to keep the tab visible. Phones are stricter: if you lock the screen, take a call or switch apps, the browser may pause or stop the microphone. Keep the page open until you press Stop, then download straight away. If you need to record a phone call or a very long lecture, your phone's own voice memo app is the better choice. A recording can become more than a clip. Use Text to Speech to compare a spoken script with a written one, the Screen Recorder when you also need the screen, the Online Notepad to jot down notes while you talk, and the Online Stopwatch to time your delivery.
Features
- One-tap recording with pause and resume
- Live microphone level meter and timer
- Play back each take before you save it
- Download as M4A or WebM, whichever your browser makes
- Optional noise and echo reduction for speech
- Private: audio never leaves your device
Frequently asked questions
Is this voice recorder free?
Yes, completely. There's no sign-up, no watermark, no time limit set by us, and you can record as many takes as you like.
What format are the recordings saved in?
It depends on your browser: Safari and newer Chrome and Edge versions save M4A (AAC), which plays almost everywhere; Firefox and some others save WebM with the Opus codec. The page tells you which one before you record. To get an MP3, convert the file with any audio converter.
Are my recordings uploaded or stored?
No. Recording happens inside your browser and the audio stays in the page's memory. Nothing is sent to our servers, and recordings disappear when you close or reload the page, so download the ones you want first.
Why can't the recorder use my microphone?
Your browser may have blocked it. Tap the lock or settings icon beside the web address and allow the microphone, then try again. On a phone, also check that the browser app has microphone permission in the phone's settings, and close any call or meeting app that is using the microphone.
Can I record my voice on an iPhone or Android phone?
Yes. Open the page in Safari on iPhone or Chrome on Android, tap Start recording and allow the microphone. Keep the screen on and stay on the page while you record, because phones can pause pages that are in the background.
How long can I record?
We don't set a limit. The recording is kept in your device's memory, so very long sessions (several hours) depend on how much memory your phone or computer has. For long talks, stop and download every hour or so to be safe.
Should I turn off noise and echo reduction?
Leave it on for speech in a normal room: it lowers hum, fan noise and echo. Turn it off to record music, singing or natural sounds, because the clean-up can cut quiet notes and make instruments sound thin.