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1

Download and install

Download Superwhisper from superwhisper.com. Open the file and drag Superwhisper into your Applications folder, then launch it.Superwhisper welcome screen shown on first launch
2

Grant permissions

Superwhisper asks for two permissions on first launch:
  • Microphone — to record your voice
  • Accessibility — to paste text into other apps
Superwhisper onboarding screen showing microphone and accessibility permissions granted
If you skipped a permission, grant it later in System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone / Accessibility.
3

Follow the setup wizard

The wizard asks for your language, transcription model, and microphone. The defaults work well — you can change everything later.
4

Dictate your first text

Click into any text field, press the recording shortcut (⌥ Space, Option + Space, by default), speak, and press it again to stop. Superwhisper transcribes your words and pastes them at the cursor.Superwhisper recording window showing an active waveform while dictating

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Next steps

Create your first mode

Set up a Message mode and pick its model — cloud or local.

Understand modes

Modes shape your dictation into messages, emails, and notes.

Essential settings

Set up shortcuts, sounds, and the options most people change first.
For iPhone and iPad, see Superwhisper on iOS. If your company provides Superwhisper, your admin sends an invite — install the app and sign in with your work email.