Straight answers.

What does Xyphex do?

Xyphex turns speech into polished text inside the Mac app you are already using. It also lets you personalize names and corrections and review private usage insights.

How do I dictate?

Hold Option-Space, speak, then release. Xyphex transcribes locally, shows the editable result, and copies it so you can paste with Command-V.

Does core dictation require the internet?

No. The speech model is bundled inside Xyphex, so dictation works without a model download or cloud transcription service. iCloud sync and website forms require a network connection.

Does Xyphex save my recordings or transcripts?

Xyphex does not retain raw microphone audio. Completed dictations are saved in History. You can delete them yourself or choose automatic deletion; the default is Never. Scratchpad notes and snippets stay until you delete them.

What syncs through iCloud?

Saved dictation history, Scratchpad notes, snippets, dictionary entries, correction rules, usage metadata, and history retention settings sync through your private CloudKit database when iCloud is available. Audio does not sync. History is saved automatically and auto-delete defaults to Never.

Can Xyphex learn names and uncommon words?

Yes. Add the result you want and the pronunciations Xyphex may hear. You can also create exact correction rules and edit either list at any time.

Which Macs are supported?

Xyphex requires an Apple-silicon Mac running macOS 26 or later.

How does pricing work?

Start with a free 7-day trial. After the trial, choose an available plan in the app or restore an existing lifetime unlock. The app shows Apple’s current localized prices. Existing lifetime purchases remain valid.

Where can I get help?

Use the website to report a bug, request a feature, or contact Xiy.