TABLE OF CONTENTS
- What Is Call Transcription?
- Key Benefits of Call Transcription Feature
- How to Enable Call Transcription
- How to Find the Call Transcriptions
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Call Transcription?
Call transcription is a paid Voice Intelligence add‑on that converts inbound and outbound call recordings into written text automatically. The service costs $0.024 per recorded minute, billed in addition to your standard call‑recording fee.
Key Benefits of Call Transcription Feature
- Automatic Transcriptions: Transcriptions will be automatically generated for all outbound and inbound recorded calls, saving you time and effort.
- Enhanced Visibility: Transcriptions will be seamlessly integrated into the conversation page, providing easy access and reference to call content.
- Quick Review of Conversations: Read through call content faster without needing to replay the entire recording.
- Improved Team Training: Use transcriptions as a resource to coach team members on call handling and communication.
- Better Record Keeping: Maintain a written log of conversations for reference, compliance, or documentation.
How to Enable Call Transcription
- Navigate to Settings from your sub-account.
- Click on Phone System.
- Click on Advanced Settings tab and then on Voice Calls.
- Click on the Enable Call Transcription box under Voice Intelligence to turn it on.
How to Find the Call Transcriptions
- Click on Conversations tab from your sub-account.
- Find the Contact that you want the transcription for.
- Click on the View Transcript option under the playback control for the particular call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need call recording enabled to use transcription?
Yes. Transcriptions require call recording to be enabled for the phone numbers. If recording is disabled, the call won’t be transcribed.
Q: How much does call transcription cost?
$0.024 per recorded minute, charged on top of standard call‑recording fees.
Q: Will old recordings be transcribed retroactively?
No. Transcription starts only for calls recorded after you enable the feature.
Q: Where can I find the transcriptions?
They’re shown in the Conversations page under each call entry, next to the playback controls.
Q: Can I disable transcription later?
Yes. Return to Settings → Phone Numbers → Advanced Settings → Voice Calls and toggle Enable Call Transcription off.
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