GhostWriter

GhostWriter is the AI-powered voice-to-text app for macOS that fundamentally transforms how you write. Imagine being able to speak your thoughts naturally, anywhere on your Mac, and watching them appear as polished, ready-to-paste text in seconds. That is the power of GhostWriter. Whether you are drafting an urgent email in Gmail, typing a message in Slack, writing code in VS Code, or browsing in Arc, GhostWriter works seamlessly in the background. Just hold a customizable hotkey, speak naturally with all your ums, fillers, and self-corrections, and release. GhostWriter instantly transcribes, cleans up the filler words, formats the text, and pastes it directly into whatever app is in focus. It adapts your tone automatically, making it formal for professional emails, casual for chat messages, and technical for code comments. You can add custom words to your personal dictionary, save reusable snippets for frequently used phrases, and rely on fast local transcription combined with intelligent AI rewriting. GhostWriter is built for developers, writers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to write more in less time. It eliminates the friction of typing, reduces the cognitive load of composing, and helps you capture your ideas the moment they strike. With no setup wizards, no learning curve, and a beautiful, focused app that stays out of your way until you need it, GhostWriter is the ultimate productivity tool for your Mac. You talk, it writes. Just ghost write it.

Works Everywhere on Your Mac

GhostWriter types into whatever app is currently in focus on your Mac. If you can type in it, GhostWriter works in it. This includes Cursor, VS Code, Claude, ChatGPT, Gmail, Notion, Arc, Figma, Notes, Messenger, and virtually any other application you use daily. No need to switch contexts or copy-paste between tools. Just hold your hotkey, speak, and the text appears exactly where you need it, making it the most versatile voice-to-text solution for macOS.

Intelligent Automatic Tone Adaptation

GhostWriter doesn't just transcribe your words, it understands the context and adapts your tone accordingly. For professional emails, it adopts a formal and polished tone. For casual chat messages, it keeps things relaxed and conversational. For technical code comments or documentation, it uses precise and technical language. This intelligent rewriting ensures that your spoken words are always appropriate for the medium, saving you the time and effort of manually adjusting your writing style.

Personal Dictionary and Reusable Snippets

Customize GhostWriter to understand your unique vocabulary and workflow. Add custom words, names, acronyms, or industry-specific jargon to your personal dictionary so they are transcribed correctly every time. Additionally, you can save reusable snippets for frequently used phrases, signatures, or blocks of text. This feature dramatically speeds up repetitive writing tasks, allowing you to insert complex information with just a few spoken words.

Filler Word Removal and Instant Polishing

Speak naturally without overthinking your words. GhostWriter automatically removes filler words like "um," "uh," "like," "you know," and self-corrections from your speech. It then intelligently formats the remaining text into clean, grammatically correct sentences with proper punctuation. The result is polished, professional text that sounds like you wrote it deliberately, not like a transcript of a conversation. This feature alone can cut your editing time in half.

Rapid Email and Communication Replies

Professionals who spend hours composing emails and messages can dramatically accelerate their workflow. Instead of typing out every word, you can dictate your entire response in seconds. GhostWriter adapts the tone to be formal and professional, ensuring your communication is clear and effective. Whether you are responding to a client in Gmail, a colleague in Slack, or a team member in Microsoft Teams, GhostWriter makes your communication faster and more efficient.

Developer Code Documentation and Comments

Developers can use GhostWriter to quickly write code comments, documentation, and commit messages without breaking their coding flow. By speaking technical descriptions and explanations, you can add context to your code without the friction of typing. GhostWriter understands technical language and can format your spoken words into clean, readable documentation. This is especially valuable during code reviews or when onboarding new team members.

Creative Writing and Brainstorming Sessions

Writers, bloggers, and content creators can use GhostWriter to capture ideas the moment they strike. Instead of struggling with writer's block or the slow pace of typing, you can speak your thoughts freely and watch them appear as polished text. This is perfect for brainstorming sessions, drafting articles, writing social media posts, or outlining a new project. GhostWriter helps you capture the raw creativity of your thoughts without the filter of typing.

Meeting Notes and Action Item Capture

During virtual meetings or brainstorming sessions, GhostWriter allows you to capture key points, action items, and decisions without taking your attention away from the conversation. Simply hold the hotkey, speak the important details, and they are instantly transcribed and pasted into your notes app. This ensures you never miss a critical detail and have a clean, organized record of the discussion ready for follow-up.

How does GhostWriter work on macOS?

GhostWriter operates as a background app on your Mac. You set a customizable keyboard shortcut, and when you press and hold it, GhostWriter starts listening to your voice. Speak naturally, and when you release the shortcut, GhostWriter transcribes your speech, removes filler words, formats the text, and pastes it directly into the application currently in focus. It works in any app where you can type, from code editors to email clients to messaging platforms.

Is my voice data processed locally or in the cloud?

GhostWriter uses fast local transcription combined with intelligent AI rewriting. The initial transcription happens on your device for speed and privacy, while the AI rewriting for tone adaptation and polishing may utilize cloud-based processing. GhostWriter is designed with privacy in mind, and your voice data is handled securely. For specific details on data handling and privacy, please refer to the official GhostWriter privacy policy.

Can I add custom words or industry-specific jargon?

Yes, GhostWriter includes a personal dictionary feature that allows you to add custom words, names, acronyms, and industry-specific terms. This ensures that your specialized vocabulary is transcribed correctly every time. Additionally, you can save reusable snippets for frequently used phrases, signatures, or blocks of text, making repetitive writing tasks incredibly fast and efficient.

Does GhostWriter work with non-English languages?

The current version of GhostWriter is optimized for English language transcription and rewriting. The AI models are primarily trained on English text, which ensures the highest accuracy and best performance for English speakers. Support for additional languages may be considered in future updates. For the most current information on language support, please check the GhostWriter website or product documentation.

GhostWriter is free to start with no credit card required. This allows you to try the app and experience its core functionality before committing to a paid plan. For users who need advanced features, higher usage limits, or priority support, GhostWriter offers a Pro tier with additional capabilities. Specific pricing details for the Pro plan, including monthly or annual subscription options, can be found on the official GhostWriter website. The free tier provides a generous introduction to the product, making it accessible for everyone to start writing more in less time.