FEATURE OVERVIEW
The Archivist blends real-time transcription, AI tagging, and private sharing so every story, photo, and connection stays in context and under your control.
Summary
Record straight from the browser, let AI tag who is being mentioned, share only with the people you invite, and export everything whenever you want. That’s the entire philosophy of The Archivist.
Record from any modern browser. Words appear live, The Archivist listens for names and relationships, and you can stop or pause at any moment.
As people are mentioned, The Archivist suggests who they are, what the relationship might be, and creates drafts you can accept with one tap.
Invite-only spaces with granular roles. Keep some memories for yourself, share others with the whole family, and audit who saw what.
Attach photos to specific quotes or timestamps so future generations know exactly who is being talked about when a photo appears.
Convert recordings into timelines that show who spoke, what was said, and any linked media. Helpful for genealogists or families building books.
Built with GDPR principles from day one. No ads, no sale of data, and you can delete or download everything instantly.
Wondering when to use The Archivist versus FamilySearch, Ancestry, StoryCorps, or MyHeritage? We put together a balanced comparison to show where each tool shines.
Read the full comparisonWhat sets The Archivist apart from generic note apps?
It captures voice, photos, transcripts, and AI-detected connections in one private archive so every memory is searchable and linked to the right people.
Does it work in the browser?
Yes. The recorder, transcription, editing, and photo tagging all run in your browser with no downloads or complicated setups.
Do I keep ownership of everything?
Absolutely. You can export audio, transcripts, photos, and relationships whenever you want. Nothing is sold, profiled, or used to train external AI.
Start recording a memory in under a minute, or invite your family to explore the private archive you’ve always wished existed.
Free to start · Takes under 60 seconds
