Gladia

Gladia suits developers adding transcription to an application rather than users seeking a standalone editor. It supports asynchronous file processing and live audio streams, with structured transcript information that an application can use. Optional audio intelligence can extend the pipeline, but it adds its own usage considerations.

A practical workflow

1. Create an account and API key, then choose file or live processing.
2. Submit a short recording or connect a test stream using the documented endpoint.
3. Inspect timestamps, speaker information and any requested analysis.
4. Handle errors and usage limits before connecting production traffic.

Illustrative input

This example describes a task, not a tested output. Adjust the source material and settings to your own situation.

A test call recording containing two speakers and a language change; request timestamps and speaker labels before enabling a summary step.

Result check: Compare the API text to the audio and test how the application handles partial results, errors and silence.

Access and alternatives

Starter credits are a one-time trial balance, not a monthly free tier. Continued use is billed through prepaid or contracted access. Check transcription, optional analysis and volume terms separately before estimating production costs.

Choose another workflow when its emphasis fits better: Deepgram for another speech API; AssemblyAI for transcription and audio intelligence APIs.