Two-way spoken conversations
Speak to Claude and listen to its responses instead of typing and reading, which makes the experience usable when your hands are busy.
Claude voice mode
Claude voice mode is a beta feature for spoken conversations with Claude on the web and in Claude Mobile for iOS and Android, with hands-free and push-to-talk.
Voice mode for Claude
Claude voice mode is a beta feature that lets you have spoken conversations with Claude instead of only typing prompts and reading replies. It is available on all Claude plans and in Claude Mobile for iOS and Android, with support also documented for the web.
The feature is designed for situations where speaking is easier than typing, such as when your hands are busy or when you want to continue a conversation out loud. It supports both hands-free listening and push-to-talk, and you can move between voice and text in the same chat while keeping the conversation context.
Key features
Web and mobile availability
Use voice mode on the web or in the Claude mobile apps for iOS and Android, with the same feature available across those surfaces.
Hands-free and push-to-talk modes
Choose between hands-free mode and push-to-talk mode depending on noise level and how much control you want over when Claude listens.
Selectable voice options
Pick from a preset set of voices and adjust voice settings later from web or mobile settings screens.
Seamless text-to-voice switching
Switch between typed prompts and voice within the same conversation without losing prior context.
Search and usage limits awareness
Access web searches through voice conversations, with usage counted against your regular subscription limits.
Common use cases
Daily planning
Get a spoken briefing while getting ready, with Claude reading back plans or reminders without requiring typing.
Learning on the go
Use voice conversation while commuting, exercising, or doing chores when it is easier to speak than to type.
Creative thinking
Talk through ideas aloud when you want to develop or refine concepts without slowing down to type each thought.
Preparation and rehearsal
Practice interviews or difficult conversations through a natural back-and-forth dialogue with Claude.
Quick idea capture
Capture ideas immediately by speaking them into Claude as soon as they come to mind.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Works on all Claude plans.
- Available on Claude Mobile for iOS and Android, with web support documented as well.
- Lets you switch between text and voice in the same conversation without losing context.
- Offers both hands-free and push-to-talk interaction styles.
- Saves voice conversations as transcripts in chat history.
Cons
- It is a beta feature, so behavior may change.
- Voice conversations count toward your regular usage limits.
- Hands-free mode can be less reliable in noisy environments and may require switching to push-to-talk.
FAQ
Is voice mode available on all Claude plans?
Yes. Voice mode is available as a beta feature on all Claude plans, and it works on Claude Mobile for iOS and Android as well as on the web.
Can I move between text and voice in one chat?
Yes. You can switch between text and voice in the same conversation, and your prior context carries over when you switch.
Are voice conversations saved in chat history?
Voice conversations are saved as text transcripts in your chat history, similar to regular text conversations.
What safety measures apply in voice mode?
Voice mode uses a limited set of preset voices and is designed to avoid mimicking specific individuals. Claude also enforces its standard usage policy in voice mode.
Can Enterprise admins disable voice mode?
Enterprise owners can contact Support to disable voice mode for their organization.
Quick Facts
- Category
- AI Chat
- Product
- Claude voice mode
- Platform
- Web, iOS, Android
- Availability
- Beta feature on all plans
- Transcript storage
- Saved in chat history
- Source domain
- support.claude.com
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