There are several free tools available for transcription. One of the best options for beginners is Happy Scribe, which offers both automatic and human transcription subscriptions. Happy Scribe is user-friendly and compatible with both Mac and Windows. Another great option is Tactiq, which offers a free plan that includes timestamped notes and allows users to transcribe up to 10 meetings per month. Additionally, Google Docs offers a free voice typing tool that can be used as a transcription tool. Users simply need to open a new Google Doc, select Tools and then Voice typing. There are also other free transcription tools such as Express Scribe, which includes foot pedal support and can play a wide range of audio file types, and The FTW Transcriber, which is a downloadable tool with high-quality audio playback.