Can I transcribe non-English podcasts?
Yes — but language support depends on which transcription provider you choose. Benecaster works with four providers, each with different multilingual coverage:
| Provider | Languages |
|---|---|
| OpenAI Whisper | 99 languages — auto-detects language, no configuration needed |
| AssemblyAI | ~99 languages — accuracy varies significantly by language |
| Deepgram (Nova-3) | 60+ languages |
| Rev.ai | 57+ languages |
OpenAI Whisper is the most capable choice for non-English content. It auto-detects the language from the audio itself, so a Spanish or Portuguese podcast transcribes correctly without any additional setup on your end. AssemblyAI and Deepgram have broad language coverage, but their accuracy is highest for English and a handful of major European languages — check each provider’s documentation for specifics on your language.
Benecaster currently passes audio to your chosen provider without a language hint — the provider handles detection automatically.
