Recording Voice Memories
Preserve the sound of your voice
Your voice carries emotion, tone, and personality that text can't capture. Record voice memories directly in Firefly Grove - tell stories out loud, interview family members, or narrate photo albums with your voice.
📋 How It Works
Start Recording
Create a new memory and click the microphone icon. Grant browser permission to use your microphone (one-time setup).
Talk Naturally
Speak like you're talking to family - no need to be formal or scripted. Pause, laugh, start over if needed. It's your authentic voice that matters.
Auto-Transcription
Your voice is automatically transcribed to text so people can read or listen. The transcript is editable if the AI misses something.
Both Formats Saved
The audio file AND the text are both saved. Future generations can hear your voice or just read the words - their choice.
💡 Use Cases
- •Recording grandma's stories in her own voice
- •Narrating old photo albums with context and emotion
- •Creating audio letters for children to hear after you're gone
- •Capturing accents and speech patterns that get lost in text
- •Recording family recipes with verbal instructions
- •Preserving the sound of laughter, tears, and emotion
✨ Pro Tips
- →Use headphones or earbuds with a mic for better audio quality
- →Record in a quiet room - background noise distracts from your voice
- →Speak clearly but don't overthink it - natural beats perfect
- →Start with short 1-2 minute recordings before attempting longer ones
- →Edit the transcription to add names, dates, or context
- →Mobile recording works great - record anywhere inspiration hits
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What audio format is used? Will it last forever?
We use standard formats (MP3/M4A) that will remain playable for decades. Plus we have migration plans for when formats change.
How long can a voice recording be?
Up to 30 minutes per recording. For longer stories, break them into chapters as separate memories.
What if the transcription gets my words wrong?
Edit the text after recording. The original audio stays perfect - you're just fixing the transcript for readability.
Can I record someone else (like interviewing grandpa)?
Yes! With their permission. Record the interview, save it to their branch, and tag them as the speaker.
Does voice recording work on mobile?
Yes! In fact, mobile is ideal for voice memories. The app makes it easy to record on the go.
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