{"id":1212,"date":"2026-10-29T14:14:53","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T14:14:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/ai\/?p=1212"},"modified":"2026-10-29T14:23:21","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T14:23:21","slug":"transcribe-whatsapp-calls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/ai\/transcribe-whatsapp-calls\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Transcribe WhatsApp Calls (WhatsApp Can&#8217;t Record Them)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WhatsApp supports voice and video calls but does not provide a standard built-in call-recording export. If you have permission to record a conversation, you can use a suitable external recording method, verify that the recording contains both sides of the call, and upload the saved audio or video to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/features\/automated-transcription\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">automated transcription services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for professional transcription. Whether you are documenting an authorized interview, reviewing a business conversation, or organizing call recordings for research, external recording methods combined with transcription platforms let you turn spoken WhatsApp calls into searchable, editable text documents.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WhatsApp does not currently offer a standard built-in call-recording feature. Its voice and video calls are end-to-end encrypted, while the availability of external recording methods depends on the device, operating system, and permissions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible recording approaches include an authorized second-device recording or a tested computer recording workflow. Audio capture depends on device restrictions and the configured recording software.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manual transcription is possible, while automated transcription provides another option for working with saved call recordings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix typically transcribes one hour of audio or video in about 5 to 6 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recording and sharing requirements vary by jurisdiction. Confirm the applicable rules and obtain the necessary permission before capturing or uploading a call.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When transcribing sensitive conversations, verify that the transcription platform provides appropriate security controls such as SOC 2 Type II certification, TLS 1.3 encryption in transit, and AES-256 encryption at rest.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Understanding WhatsApp Call Recording<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>WhatsApp&#8217;s Security Features<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/about.fb.com\/news\/2022\/12\/improved-calling-features-on-whatsapp\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WhatsApp<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> voice and video calls are end-to-end encrypted, meaning the call content is protected from access by WhatsApp or other intermediaries during transmission. WhatsApp&#8217;s calling interface does not provide a standard call-recording export, and external recording capabilities depend on the device and operating-system restrictions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key characteristics of WhatsApp&#8217;s calling architecture:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>End-to-end encryption protection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Call content is encrypted so intermediaries cannot ordinarily decrypt the conversation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>No documented recording export<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: WhatsApp does not currently document a standard built-in option to save completed voice and video calls as recording files<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>External methods required<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Recording depends on device-level audio capture using approved methods<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Device-Specific Recording Restrictions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond WhatsApp&#8217;s design, mobile operating systems impose their own limitations on call recording:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>iOS considerations:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recording WhatsApp call audio on iPhone is subject to iOS audio-routing and application restrictions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple&#8217;s built-in Phone-app <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-ph\/guide\/personal-safety\/ipsfa513e1a6\/web\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recording feature<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should not be assumed to capture WhatsApp calls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A separate recording device may be necessary<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Android variations:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Android recording capabilities vary by device and operating-system version<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Third-party recording apps may not capture both sides of a WhatsApp call, even if they can record microphone audio<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manufacturer-specific audio routing affects recording success<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These platform restrictions mean external recording solutions are necessary to capture WhatsApp call audio for transcription.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Manual Transcription: Working with Recorded Calls<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Listening and Typing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For occasional calls where you need a written record, manual transcription remains an option. The process involves:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recording the call using an external method (covered in the next section)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Playing back the audio while typing what you hear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rewinding repeatedly to catch missed words<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verifying names, numbers, and technical terms<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>Tools and Approaches<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you choose manual transcription, these practices can help:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adjustable playback<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Use a media player with adjustable playback speed if that helps you review unclear speech<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Foot pedal controllers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USB foot pedals let you pause and rewind without taking hands off the keyboard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Text expander software<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Shortcut tools can speed up typing common phrases<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Time considerations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Manual transcription requires listening, typing, rewinding, and checking the recording. The amount of work depends on audio clarity, speaker overlap, terminology, and the level of accuracy required. Users processing recordings frequently may prefer automated transcription followed by manual review.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Recording WhatsApp Calls with External Devices<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Recording Permission Reminder<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm the necessary recording permissions and notify participants as required before beginning any recording.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Method 1: Record an Authorized Call with a Second Device<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A separate recording device can help capture sound played through the phone&#8217;s speaker. Recording quality depends on microphone placement, call volume, room noise, and whether both participants are audible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Practical steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm that recording the conversation is permitted<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin the WhatsApp call<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch to speakerphone when appropriate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position a separate recorder or second phone where it can capture both sides of the conversation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start the recording on the second device<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid background noise and audio distortion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop the recording after the call<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play the saved file and verify that both participants are audible<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>Method 2: Test Computer Audio Recording<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WhatsApp currently supports <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/about.fb.com\/news\/2026\/07\/whatsapp-web-calling-new-features\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">voice and video calls<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through its desktop applications and WhatsApp Web. On a supported computer, WhatsApp Web or the desktop application can handle the call. If a permitted audio-recording workflow is available, test whether the software captures the call audio and your microphone before relying on it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Test sequence:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm the recording is authorized<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open WhatsApp Web or the supported desktop application<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify the call works through the selected microphone and output device<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select recording software that supports the audio sources available on the computer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run a short test using the same audio configuration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the test file for both participants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record the authorized conversation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review the saved audio before uploading it to Sonix<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>Troubleshooting Recording Issues<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the recording contains only one speaker, check the selected microphone, system-audio source, speaker output, and recording permissions. Repeat a short test before recording another call.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Optimizing Audio Quality for Transcription<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recording quality directly affects transcription accuracy. Consider these factors:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Microphone placement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Position the recorder where it can hear both participants clearly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Room acoustics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Avoid rooms with echo or hard surfaces<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Background noise<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Turn off fans, close windows, and minimize ambient sounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Volume levels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Set speakerphone volume appropriately without causing distortion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Checking recording quality before a call can reduce the risk of missing important speech. Before relying on a recording for professional purposes, listen to a short sample and confirm that both speakers are clear enough to review.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Using Live Transcription on a Separate Device<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Setting Up Real-Time Speech-to-Text<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some supported speech-to-text applications can capture audible speech through a separate device&#8217;s microphone. This is different from processing a saved recording in Sonix.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For live transcription to work effectively:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your WhatsApp call on speakerphone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position your second device with its microphone facing the speaker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Launch the transcription app and begin recording<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor the transcript for obvious errors during the call<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>Limitations of Live Transcription<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real-time apps may miss words during fast speech or crosstalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Background noise significantly impacts capture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may not be able to edit or correct the transcript during the call<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Privacy concerns arise when using cloud-based live transcription<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For important recordings, preserving the original audio allows users to check names, numbers, speaker labels, and unclear sections against the source while editing the transcript.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Transcribe a Recorded WhatsApp Call with Sonix<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Uploading Your Authorized Recording<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have recorded your WhatsApp call using an external method, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/transcribe-audio\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> processes the saved audio or video file.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Practical workflow:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtain an authorized recording through a supported external method<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play the saved file and confirm that both sides of the conversation are audible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open Sonix in a supported browser<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upload the audio or video file in a compatible format (MP3, M4A, WAV, MP4, and others)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select the spoken language<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start transcription<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review the transcript against the original recording<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Correct important names, numbers, speaker labels, and terminology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Export, search, or organize the transcript as needed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix typically transcribes one hour of audio or video in about 5 to 6 minutes. Processing time can vary, and users should review important details against the original recording.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Editing and Refining Transcripts<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automated transcription requires review for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Names of people and companies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone numbers and addresses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technical terminology specific to your industry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unclear sections affected by audio quality issues<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix&#8217;s browser-based editor provides synchronized playback that lets you click any word to jump to that point in the audio, making corrections faster and more accurate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Enhancing WhatsApp Call Transcripts with Sonix&#8217;s Editor<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Making Edits Simple<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix&#8217;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/features\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">browser-based editor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides tools specifically designed for transcript refinement:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Synchronized playback<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Click any word to jump to that point in the audio<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Speaker labeling<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sonix detects speaker changes and applies speaker labels that users can review and rename<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Word-level timestamps<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Every word is linked to its timestamp for precise navigation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Find and replace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Quickly correct repeated errors across the entire transcript<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Custom Dictionary<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Add <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.sonix.ai\/en\/articles\/11140790-how-do-i-use-the-custom-dictionary\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specialized terminology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and proper names for the system to prioritize during transcription<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Confidence heatmap<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sonix&#8217;s confidence heatmap can help identify words that may need closer review<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review important terminology in the completed transcript even when a Custom Dictionary is used. Sonix detects speaker changes and applies speaker labels that users can review and rename. Speaker labeling may need review when voices overlap or sound similar.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Collaborating on Transcripts<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For team environments, collaboration features streamline the review process:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shared folders<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Multiple team members can access the same transcripts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Turn-based editing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: One person edits the transcript at a time while other collaborators can view, search, listen, and leave paragraph-level notes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Permission controls<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Set view or edit access based on team roles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Version history<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Track changes and revert if needed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix sharing and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/features\/collaborate-with-teams\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">collaboration tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allow eligible teams to review transcripts through a shared workspace rather than exchanging multiple document copies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Benefits of Transcribing Your WhatsApp Calls<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Improving Communication<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Text transcripts make spoken conversations more useful:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Searchability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Find specific topics or keywords across all your transcribed calls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reference<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Review a written version of the conversation and check important passages against the original recording<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sharing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Share reviewed summaries or transcripts with authorized stakeholders when consent, privacy, and organizational requirements allow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Accessibility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Provide written records for colleagues with hearing impairments<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Legal and Research Applications<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain professions benefit from call transcripts when proper authorization is obtained:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Legal teams<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Check confidentiality, recording permissions, accuracy, retention, and any applicable evidence-handling standards before transcribing legal conversations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Researchers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Review participant consent and project-specific data-handling requirements before transcribing research interviews<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sales organizations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Obtain appropriate customer consent before recording and transcribing sales conversations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Healthcare providers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: For protected health information, Medical Sonix Enterprise supports <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/medical\/pricing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HIPAA-compliant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> workflows with a Business Associate Agreement<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On eligible subscription plans, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.sonix.ai\/en\/articles\/9298515-what-is-sonix-ai-analysis-and-how-does-it-work\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix AI Analysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help generate summaries and identify topics, themes, entities, and other patterns within a completed transcript. Review important AI-generated summaries, decisions, and potential follow-up items against the source transcript and recording.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Ensuring Privacy and Compliance When Transcribing Calls<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Understanding Consent Requirements<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call-recording requirements vary by jurisdiction and context, including who participates in the call and where participants are located. Confirm the applicable requirements and obtain appropriate permission before recording, uploading, or sharing a conversation. Recording, transcribing, retaining, and sharing call content may involve separate privacy and organizational considerations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always research the applicable laws for your location and your caller&#8217;s location before recording any conversation. When in doubt, explicitly ask for permission at the start of the call.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Choosing Secure Transcription Platforms<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your WhatsApp calls contain sensitive information, security becomes critical. Organizations should review Sonix&#8217;s documented security controls and the applicable requirements for their recordings before uploading sensitive information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for transcription services that offer:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Encryption in transit and at rest<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: TLS 1.3 for transmission, AES-256 for storage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>SOC 2 Type II compliance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Third-party verification of security controls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clear data handling policies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Transparent practices for international privacy standards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>User-controlled deletion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The ability to remove files when you no longer need them<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Role-based access<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Granular permissions for team environments<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/security\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix security features<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include SOC 2 Type II certification, TLS 1.3 encryption in transit on modern browsers, and AES-256 encryption at rest. Customer audio, video, and transcripts are not used to train Sonix models.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Sonix Supports WhatsApp Call Transcription Workflows<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you have obtained an authorized WhatsApp call recording, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sonix.ai\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonix<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides tools for turning the saved audio or video into searchable, editable, and shareable text. 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