Watch demoPersonal journaling
Voice journal with auto transcription
A quick walkthrough of recording by voice, automatic transcription, and prompts—before you start your own journal.
Record family stories in your own voice — preserve them forever.
Capture oral history, life stories, and daily reflections in minutes. VoiceHistory transcribes and organizes everything beautifully — no writing required.
Free to use
No app download
Works on any device
Grandma Rose's Stories
12 memories recorded
Meeting Grandpa at the Dance
December 15, 2024 • 3:42
"I remember the night I met your grandfather like it was yesterday. It was at a church dance in 1962..."
Growing Up on the Farm
December 10, 2024 • 5:18
"We didn't have much, but we had each other. Every morning before school, my sisters and I would..."
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Preserve memories in three simple steps
No writing, no typing, no complicated setup. Just speak and we'll do the rest.
Step 1
Record Your Story
Press record and speak naturally. Answer a prompt or share whatever's on your mind. Take as long as you need.
Step 2
We Transcribe It
AI instantly converts your voice to text. Choose how it's formatted—verbatim, cleaned up, or as a polished narrative.
Step 3
Keep Forever
Your stories are saved securely. Share them with family, download as PDF, or create a beautiful keepsake book.
Watch quick demos
See how VoiceHistory works
Two short walkthroughs—voice journaling and family storytelling. No signup required to watch.
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Watch demoFamily legacy
Collect family stories automatically
Watch how prompts and invites help relatives contribute stories in the browser—so you know what to expect.
Everything you need to preserve what matters
Built for families who want to capture stories before they're lost to time.
Daily Prompts
Thoughtful questions to spark memories about family, life events, and daily reflections.
AI Transcription
State-of-the-art speech recognition turns your voice into beautifully formatted text.
Collections
Organize stories into collections—one for Dad's memories, another for your journal.
Create Books
Download your collection as a beautifully formatted PDF book to print or share.
Share Stories
Create shareable links so family members can read stories from anywhere.
Private & Secure
Your stories are yours. Private by default, encrypted, and never sold to third parties.
Comparisons
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Simple, transparent pricing
One family, one subscription — includes you plus up to 2 family members.
Monthly
$12/month
- About 10 hours of recordings per month
- Up to 25 GB of audio storage
- Includes you plus up to 2 family members
- AI transcription
- Create keepsake books
- Family collaboration
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Yearly
$99/year
$8.25/month billed annually
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- Save $45 per year
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Join hundreds of families preserving their stories
Trusted by families nationwide
Perfect for capturing any story
Family Histories
Preserve stories from parents & grandparents
"My dad was never going to sit down and write his memoirs. But he'll talk for hours about growing up in Brooklyn. VoiceHistory let us capture 50 years of family stories we almost lost."
— Sarah M., California
Personal Journals
Daily reflections without the writing
"I've tried journaling apps before but never stuck with them. Speaking is so much easier. Now I record a few minutes each morning about what I'm grateful for."
— James T., New York
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about recording and preserving family stories.
Is VoiceHistory a family history app?
Yes. VoiceHistory is built for capturing oral histories, family memories, and personal journals in your own voice.
Can I turn recordings into a book?
Absolutely. Organize stories into chapters, add photos, and export a print-ready PDF keepsake book.
Do family members need to download an app?
No. VoiceHistory works on any device in a web browser. Your family can record or listen without installing anything.
Learn how to preserve family stories
Guides, prompts, and best practices for recording oral history
Guide
How to Preserve Family Stories
Complete guide to capturing and saving family memories before they're lost.
How-To
How to Record Family History
Step-by-step guide to record family history and preserve memories.
Prompts
10 Questions to Ask Grandparents
Essential questions to ask your grandparents to preserve their memories.
How-To
Best Practices for Recording Oral Histories
Professional tips for capturing high-quality family interviews.
Prompts
Oral History Interview Questions
Thoughtful questions to spark meaningful conversations with family members.
Guide
Creating a Family History Book
Step-by-step guide to turning family stories into a beautiful keepsake book.
How-To
Record Family Stories on Your Phone
Simple tips for capturing high-quality family recordings on any smartphone.
Start with the solution that fits your goal
Record oral history, preserve family stories, or publish a keepsake book.
Don't let another story go untold
The best time to start recording was years ago. The second best time is now.
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