Private vs Cloud Mode

Understand the differences between Private Mode and Cloud Mode.

Private Mode

Pros:

Complete privacy - data never leaves device

Works offline

Suitable for confidential meetings

Cons:

Needs a one-time model download (or Apple Intelligence)

No speaker identification

Some language limitations

No cloud sync

Pros:

Highest accuracy transcription

Full speaker identification

All 50+ languages supported

Cloud sync across devices

YouTube transcription

Cons:

Requires internet connection

Data processed on secure servers

Private Mode: Confidential meetings, offline use, sensitive content

Cloud Mode: Team meetings, multi-speaker events, best accuracy