SpeakCLI

No. SpeakCLI bundles a whisper.cpp build and runs it locally on your CPU, so audio never leaves your device. The transcribed text also doesn't leave, as it is typed into the foreground window directly via the OS keyboard API.

Yes, this is expected for v1. Click 'More info' → 'Run anyway' to install. The warning appears because the installer isn't code-signed yet, and code-signing will be added once revenue justifies it.

No. SpeakCLI uses OS APIs that overlap with what malware also uses — microphone access, a global hotkey listener, and simulated keyboard input — which combined with an unsigned binary can trigger heuristic flags in a few niche engines.

The site explains that subscriptions buy cloud sync and recurring features, and if the product is local-first, the subscription is just rent. It prefers a fair one-time price with future revenue from upgrades.

A Pro license activates on up to 2 devices simultaneously, and you can deactivate from any device to free a slot. Free downloads are unlimited with no account or activation required.

Yes, within 14 days, no questions asked. Email support@speakcli.dev with your Polar order ID and the refund will be processed through Polar within one business day.

macOS is on the roadmap but not committed to a date. It requires an Apple Developer account and a build pipeline plus notarization workflow, though the codebase is mostly portable.