• Descript is an all-in-one platform for audio and video editing that treats media as text.
• Users can upload or record audio/video, with automatic transcription available.
• Editing is done by modifying the transcript; changes reflect in the media automatically.
• Features include document-style editing, timeline controls, and visual canvas manipulation.
• Powerful AI tools offered include filler-word removal, overdub voice cloning, and green screen capability.
• Supports multitrack editing, screen and camera recording, collaboration, and various export options.
• Compatible across platforms: macOS, Windows, and Web.
• Offers both a free tier and paid plans.
Automatic transcription of audio/video to editable script
Editing by editing text: cut, delete, paste transcript to change media
Multitrack editing (audio, video, B-roll, overlays)
AI tools: remove filler words, studio sound, green screen, overdub voice cloning, and more
AI Actions / Underlord (assistant to take actions based on prompts)
Scene / Storyboard layout, templates, and visual canvas editing
Screen recording and camera recording (desktop + remote participants)
Export options: video, audio, social clips, captions, transcripts
Usage-based AI credits model for premium AI tools
Cross-platform support, collaboration, version history, secure data handling
What can I do with Descript?
With Descript you can create and edit podcasts, videos, audio tracks, and transcripts in one place. You can also publish your edited content to platforms like YouTube or podcast hosts.
How does Descript let me edit media via text?
Descript transcribes your media into a script. Editing that script (cutting, copying, deleting words) causes the media to sync accordingly—removing or rearranging audio/video.
What are “AI Credits” and how do they work?
Many premium AI features (e.g. overdub, generated video, AI actions) consume “AI Credits.” Some features cost fixed amounts per use; unused credits do not roll over.
Which features are included for free and what requires payment?
Descript offers a free tier. Paid plans (starting ~USD $16/month) unlock more transcription hours, export capabilities, and access to advanced AI tools.
How is user data handled and protected?
Descript stores project files, transcripts, and metadata securely (on cloud services). They do not use user project content for advertising, only for providing service. Data access is controlled, and users have rights over their content.