GhostWriter

GhostWriter is the AI-powered voice-to-text app for macOS that rewrites the rules of writing. It’s a slick, minimal tool that lives in your menu bar, waiting for you to hit a hotkey. Hold it down in any app — Gmail, Slack, VS Code, Arc, even Figma — and start speaking naturally. GhostWriter listens, transcribes on-device with blazing speed, then instantly polishes your raw speech into clean, ready-to-paste text. It’s built for anyone who types for a living: devs, writers, marketers, founders, and chaotic multitaskers who want to crank out words without the friction. The magic is in the AI rewriting engine that adapts tone on the fly — formal for emails, casual for chat, technical for code. It strips out filler words like “um,” “like,” and “you know,” adds custom words to your personal dictionary, and lets you save reusable snippets for your most repeated phrases. No setup wizards, no learning curve. You just hold, speak, and release. GhostWriter is for the speed demons who want to write more in less time, without losing their voice. It’s free to start, no credit card required, and it works everywhere you type on your Mac.

Instant Voice-to-Text Anywhere

GhostWriter works in every app you type in — Cursor, Claude, ChatGPT, Notion, Notes, Messenger, and more. Just hold your keyboard shortcut, speak naturally, and release. The text appears instantly in whatever app is in focus. No switching windows, no copy-pasting. It’s like having a telepathic assistant that reads your mind and types your thoughts at warp speed.

Intelligent AI Rewriting

The AI doesn’t just transcribe your words — it rewrites them. It cleans up filler words like “um,” “like,” and “you know,” and adjusts the tone to match the context. Formal for emails, casual for Slack, technical for code. You get polished, professional text that sounds like you, but better. No more awkward rambles or messy drafts.

Personal Dictionary and Snippets

Add custom words to your personal dictionary — names, jargon, slang, or tech terms — so GhostWriter nails your vocabulary every time. Save reusable snippets for common phrases like email signatures, code blocks, or project updates. Just speak the snippet name and GhostWriter expands it instantly. It’s your personal shorthand on steroids.

Filler Word Removal

GhostWriter automatically detects and removes filler words from your speech. No more “ugh,” “like,” “you know,” or “um” cluttering your text. The result is clean, crisp, and ready to send. You talk like a human, it writes like a pro. It’s the difference between a chaotic brain dump and a polished message.

Speedy Email and Slack Replies

Tired of typing out long emails or Slack messages? Hold the hotkey, speak your reply, and let GhostWriter polish it into a professional response. It adapts the tone automatically — formal for clients, casual for teammates. You’ll blast through your inbox in half the time, no typos, no stress.

Code Documentation and Notes

Devs, this one’s for you. Dictate code comments, documentation, or commit messages directly into VS Code or Cursor. GhostWriter handles technical jargon and code snippets with ease. Add custom terms to your dictionary, and save snippets for repetitive patterns. It’s like having a co-pilot for your documentation game.

Brainstorming and Drafting Content

Writers and creators, stop staring at a blank page. Speak your ideas out loud, and GhostWriter turns your rambling thoughts into structured drafts. Whether it’s a blog post, a project proposal, or a creative brief, the AI cleans up the mess and gives you a clean starting point. Just talk it out and edit later.

Meeting Notes and Follow-ups

Capture meeting notes on the fly without typing a word. Dictate action items, key decisions, and follow-ups directly into Notion or Notes. GhostWriter removes the filler and formats everything neatly. You’ll never forget a detail again, and your notes will actually make sense to other people.

How does GhostWriter work with any app?

GhostWriter types into whatever app is currently in focus on your Mac. If you can type in it, GhostWriter works in it. Just hold your keyboard shortcut, speak, and release. The text appears as if you typed it yourself, no extra steps needed.

Is my data secure with GhostWriter?

Yes. GhostWriter uses fast local transcription on your Mac for the initial voice-to-text conversion. The AI rewriting happens securely in the cloud, but your raw audio is not stored. Your privacy is baked into the design.

Can I add custom words or jargon?

Absolutely. GhostWriter has a personal dictionary where you can add names, technical terms, slang, or any custom vocabulary. It learns your language so every transcription is accurate to your world.

What happens if I use filler words like “um” or “like”?

GhostWriter automatically detects and removes filler words from your speech. You can speak naturally without overthinking, and the AI cleans up the text to be crisp and professional. No more “um” in your emails.

GhostWriter is free to start with no credit card required. The free tier includes basic voice-to-text functionality and filler word removal. For power users, there is a Pro subscription that unlocks advanced features like custom snippets, unlimited personal dictionary entries, and priority AI rewriting. Pricing details are available on the GhostWriter website under the Pricing section.