Voice mode allows you to have complete spoken conversations with Claude. Instead of typing a prompt and reading a written response, you can speak to Claude and listen to its responses, making it easier to use when your hands are busy but your mind isn't.
Voice mode is a beta feature available in English to all plans on Claude and Claude Mobile (iOS and Android).
What is voice mode?
Voice mode transforms how you interact with Claude by:
Allowing you to speak to Claude and hear Claude's voice responses.
Seamlessly switch between text and voice within the same conversation.
Providing access to web searches through voice conversations.
How to enable voice mode
On the web
Log in to your Claude account and start a new chat.
Tap the sound wave symbol in the lower right corner of the chat window to activate voice mode:
Start talking and see your prompt automatically populate in the chat input.
Once you finish telling Claude your prompt, it will respond to continue the conversation.
Claude will remain in voice mode until you click the “Stop” button in the lower right corner of the chat window:
On mobile (iOS and Android)
Open the Claude app on your device.
Tap the voice mode icon (sound wave symbol next to the microphone icon) in the text input field:
Choose a voice to personalize your experience.
Start speaking to begin your conversation.
How to use voice mode
Note: Voice conversations count toward your regular usage limits based on your subscription plan.
Voice mode offers two ways to talk with Claude, depending on your environment.
Hands-free mode
In hands-free mode, Claude listens continuously and responds to natural pauses in your speech. This is the default mode — just start talking, and Claude will respond when you finish a thought.
Hands-free mode works best in quiet environments. Claude is designed to handle natural pauses without cutting you off, so you can speak at your own pace without rushing.
If Claude does interrupt you, simply start speaking again — Claude will stop and listen.
Push-to-talk mode
If you're in a noisy environment or Claude is having trouble distinguishing your voice from background sounds, switch to push-to-talk mode. In this mode, you hold a button while speaking and release it when you're done.
Push-to-talk gives you more control over when Claude listens, which makes it more reliable in challenging environments like busy streets, crowded rooms, or when other people are talking nearby.
Choosing a voice
Claude offers several voice options you can choose from when you first start voice mode.
To change the voice later:
On the web: Go to Settings > General and scroll down to Voice settings. Select your preferred voice from the options. You’ll hear a preview when you click each option; click it again to stop the preview.
On mobile: Click the settings button in the bottom left corner while chatting with Claude in voice mode, then tap your preferred voice and pace:
Switching between text and voice
You can switch between text and voice within the same conversation. Your previous context carries over, so you don't lose anything when you switch. This is useful when you start a conversation by typing but want to continue hands-free, or when you need to type something specific (like a URL or code) mid-conversation.
Use cases
Voice mode is particularly useful for:
Daily planning. Have Claude brief you on what's coming up while you get ready for the day.
Learning. Explore new topics through conversation while commuting, exercising, or doing chores.
Creative thinking. Think out loud with Claude to develop ideas when typing would slow you down.
Preparation. Practice for interviews or important conversations through natural dialogue.
Capturing ideas. Talk through thoughts the moment they come to you, wherever you are.
Tips for a good experience
Start in a quiet space. Hands-free mode works best when Claude can detect only one voice, so if you're in a noisy or crowded environment, switch to push-to-talk.
Speak naturally. You don't need to speak slowly or pause artificially. Claude is designed to follow natural speech patterns.
Break up complex questions. For multi-part questions, it can help to ask them one at a time rather than all at once.
Interrupt if needed. If Claude is going in the wrong direction, just start talking. Claude will stop and listen.
Safety measures in voice mode
Voice mode has been developed with safety as a top priority. Several safeguards have been implemented to mitigate potential risks:
Limited voice options: Choose from a preset, limited selection of voices. This prevents voice cloning or impersonation. The system is designed specifically to avoid mimicking specific individuals or personalizing voice outputs.
Generative by design: Claude is designed to generate original responses rather than reproduce text exactly or mimic specific speech patterns, which prevents impersonation.
Full policy compliance: Our usage policy remains fully enforced in voice mode, with all standard model misuse detection and enforcement systems actively monitoring interactions.
Troubleshooting
Claude isn't recognizing my voice correctly
Make sure you're in a reasonably quiet environment, or switch to push-to-talk mode.
Check that your device's microphone permissions are enabled for Claude.
Speak clearly and at a normal pace.
Voice responses sound choppy or cut out
Check your internet connection. Voice mode works best on a stable connection.
Close other apps that might be using significant system resources.
Make sure your device has enough battery — voice processing uses more power than text.
Claude stops responding in voice mode
Check whether you've reached your usage limits.
Try leaving voice mode and re-entering.
Make sure your internet connection is stable.
Claude keeps interrupting me
Try pausing less between thoughts, or switch to push-to-talk mode for more control over when Claude listens.
Move to a quieter environment if possible — background noise can sometimes cause false interruptions.
Frequently asked questions
Will my voice conversations be saved?
Yes. Transcripts and voice notes are saved in your chat history just like text conversations.
What's the difference between dictation and voice mode?
Dictation converts your speech to text so you can type prompts by speaking. Voice mode is a full two-way conversation — you speak to Claude, and Claude speaks back.
Can I use voice mode in languages other than English?
Voice mode is currently available in English only.
Can Enterprise Admins disable voice mode for their organizations?
If you are an Enterprise owner and would like to disable voice mode for your organization, please reach out to Support.