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# Stenox Cloud Transcription

> Managed transcription service included with Plus and Lifetime Plus

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<Warning>
  This is a **TRANSCRIPTION** provider. It converts your speech to text.
  For AI enhancement like grammar correction, see [AI Enhancement Providers](/providers/overview#ai-enhancement-providers).
</Warning>

## Overview

Stenox Cloud Transcription is our managed cloud service that provides fast, accurate speech-to-text without any API key configuration. It's included with Plus and Lifetime Plus subscriptions.

**Key Benefits:**

* No API keys to manage
* Optimized for Stenox workflows
* Fast, reliable infrastructure
* Included with Plus/Lifetime Plus

## Availability

| Plan          | Stenox Cloud |
| ------------- | ------------ |
| Free          | Not included |
| Plus          | Included     |
| Lifetime      | Not included |
| Lifetime Plus | Included     |

<Note>
  Free and Lifetime users can use [local providers](/providers/local-privacy) or [BYOK cloud providers](/providers/cloud-byok) instead.
</Note>

## Setup Instructions

<Steps>
  <Step title="Activate License">
    Ensure your Plus or Lifetime Plus license is activated in Settings → **License**
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Stenox Cloud">
    Go to Settings → **Providers** tab → Set **Transcription Provider** to **Stenox Cloud**
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start Dictating">
    No API keys needed — just start using Stenox!
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Features

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  <Card title="Zero Configuration" icon="wand-magic-sparkles">
    No API keys, no accounts, no setup. Just works with your license.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Optimized Performance" icon="gauge-high">
    Infrastructure tuned specifically for Stenox dictation workflows.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Multi-language" icon="globe">
    Support for 100+ languages with automatic detection.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Reliable" icon="server">
    Managed infrastructure with high availability.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## When to Use Stenox Cloud

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Simplicity" icon="face-smile">
    Don't want to manage API keys from multiple providers
  </Card>

  <Card title="Quick Start" icon="rocket">
    Want to start transcribing immediately without setup
  </Card>

  <Card title="Bundled Value" icon="gift">
    Already subscribing to Plus or purchased Lifetime Plus
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## When to Consider Alternatives

* **Maximum privacy:** Use [WhisperKit](/providers/transcription/whisperkit-local) for local processing
* **Specific provider preference:** Use [BYOK](/providers/cloud-byok) with your preferred service
* **Free tier only:** Use [Groq Whisper](/providers/transcription/groq-whisper) or [WhisperKit](/providers/transcription/whisperkit-local)

## Comparison

| Feature      | Stenox Cloud       | WhisperKit              | BYOK Providers      |
| ------------ | ------------------ | ----------------------- | ------------------- |
| Setup        | None               | Model download          | API key             |
| Privacy      | Cloud              | 100% local              | Depends on provider |
| Speed        | Fast               | Medium                  | Very fast           |
| Cost         | Included           | Free                    | Free tiers or paid  |
| Requirements | Plus/Lifetime Plus | Apple Silicon (optimal) | Any Mac             |

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Get Plus" icon="star" href="/pricing/plus-subscription">
    Subscribe to Plus for Stenox Cloud access.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Get Lifetime Plus" icon="crown" href="/pricing/lifetime">
    One-time purchase with Stenox Cloud included.
  </Card>

  <Card title="AI Enhancement" icon="sparkles" href="/providers/llm/stenox-cloud-llm">
    Pair with Stenox Cloud AI Enhancement.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>