Voxt is open source
Voxt is an open-source macOS voice input and translation app under the Apache License 2.0. The app combines local and optional BYOK model channels so you can inspect the project, choose your data path, and contribute to the workflow.
The short version
- Voxt is a macOS menu bar voice input and translation app published under the Apache License 2.0.
- The public repository is the authoritative place to inspect implementation details, releases, issues, and contribution instructions.
- Local ASR, LLM, and translation channels are available for local-first workflows; BYOK remote providers are optional.
- Upstream model names, weights, and licenses belong to their respective authors and are linked from the model catalog.
What the open-source project contains
Voxt is built as a native macOS application rather than a browser tab. The project covers the desktop voice workflow: capture speech, select an ASR channel, optionally enhance the text with an LLM, translate or rewrite it, and return the result to the app where you were working. The same repository also documents local model support, remote model configuration, release artifacts, and contribution paths.
| Area | Where to verify it |
|---|---|
| Source code | Voxt GitHub repository |
| License | Apache License 2.0 |
| Contributions | Contribution guide |
| Model choices | Voxt model documentation |
Open source and model attribution
Voxt is the application; it is not the owner of every model it can run. Each model family has its own repository, model card, and license. When a workflow matters for commercial use, redistribution, or privacy review, follow the upstream link and read that model's current terms.
FAQ
Is Voxt open source?
Yes. Voxt is an open-source macOS voice input and translation app. Its public repository is published under the Apache License 2.0, and the repository is the source for implementation details and contribution guidance.
Can I use Voxt with local AI models?
Yes. Voxt documents local speech recognition, local language-model, and local translation channels. You can also configure optional remote providers with your own keys when a hosted or separately managed model is a better fit.
Where can I verify Voxt's supported models?
The public Voxt repository contains the current model documentation, while the supported-model catalog on this site summarizes the model families and links to upstream projects. Model visibility and availability can change with app releases.
Does open source mean every Voxt workflow is offline?
No. Voxt is local-first and supports local workflows, but remote providers are optional and remain available. Whether a workflow stays on the Mac depends on the selected ASR, language, translation, and provider channels.
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