What Is 6 min read Updated February 2, 2026

Dictation Privacy and Security: What You Need to Know

When you dictate, where does your voice data go? Understanding privacy options helps you choose the right dictation settings for your needs.

Table of Contents

  1. Cloud vs On-Device Processing
  2. What Data is Collected
  3. Privacy-First Options
  4. Business and HIPAA Considerations
  5. Recommendations

Cloud vs On-Device Processing

This section covers important information about cloud vs on-device processing. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

What Data is Collected

This section covers important information about what data is collected. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Privacy-First Options

This section covers important information about privacy-first options. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Business and HIPAA Considerations

This section covers important information about business and hipaa considerations. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Recommendations

This section covers important information about recommendations. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cloud dictation private?
Cloud processing sends your voice to servers. Reputable providers don't store it permanently, but on-device processing is more private.
How do I ensure maximum privacy?
Use on-device processing in Voice Anywhere or macOS settings. Your voice never leaves your Mac.
Is dictation safe for sensitive documents?
Use on-device processing for sensitive content. Voice Anywhere's on-device mode keeps everything local.

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