If your computer hardware is having difficulty with the in-browser recording software, we recommend downloading a free program called Audacity. Instructions are below for Windows PCs and Macs.
NOTE: Either a built-in (laptop) or external (desktop) microphone is required.
Windows Instructions:
- In Chrome, click the file at the bottom of the browser window.
- In Firefox, click the Save button, then click the down arrow in the upper right corner. Click on the audacity file name to begin the installation.
Mac Instructions:
- In Chrome, click the file at the bottom of the browser window.
- In Firefox, click the Save button, then click the down arrow in the upper right corner. Click on the audacity file name to begin the installation.
Double-click the downloaded DMG to mount it.
Drag the “Audacity.app” icon in the DMG window to the /Applications folder icon on the right. Alternatively, drag the “Audacity.app” icon to any other location of your choosing.
Do not double-click the “Audacity” icon in the DMG to launch Audacity from there.
Eject the DMG at bottom left of Finder, then launch Audacity.app from /Applications or from your chosen location.
You are now ready to record using Audacity!