# Akshar: Indic Voice Keyboard — Type & dictate in 23 languages > On-device AI keyboard for typing in 21 Indian languages with real-time transliteration. (iPhone/iPad app by Krishna Permi.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akshar-indic-voice-keyboard/id6759032352 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Krishna Permi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772640394) - Category: Utilities, Productivity - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 18.0 · 228 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, Bangla, French (France), German (Germany), Gujarati, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Kannada and 11 more - Released: 2026-02-13 - Data updated: 2026-09-15 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akshar-indic-voice-keyboard/id6759032352/reviews.md ## What is Akshar? Akshar is the best way to type and speak in Indian languages right from your keyboard. Type in English and see it in Hindi, Tamil, Gujarati, Bangla, and 19 more Indian languages, in any app. Or just talk, and Akshar writes what you say in your script. Powered by on-device AI, with no ads and end-to-end encrypted iCloud sync, everything you type and say stays fast, private, and always with you. 23 SUPPORTED LANGUAGES Hindi, Bangla, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Gujarati, Kannada, Urdu, Odia, Malayalam, Punjabi, Assamese, Maithili, Kashmiri, Nepali, Sindhi, Konkani, Meitei (Manipuri), Bodo, Sanskrit, Sinhala, Dogri, and Santali. DICTATION New in 4.0. Speak naturally, and Akshar types it in your script in 22 Indian languages. It runs entirely on your iPhone, so it works with no signal at all. - Tap the mic key on the Akshar keyboard and dictate into any app. - Tap the mic in a note to dictate straight into it. - One speech model covers all 22 languages. Download it once, and it never touches the network again. - Your voice never leaves your device. - A “listening” indicator in the Dynamic Island and on the Lock Screen. KEYBOARD Real-time, on-device transliteration in Messages, Notes, and everywhere else you type. - Type “namaste” and instantly see it in your chosen script. - Up to 6 suggestions in the toolbar: tap to choose or press space to accept. - Mic key for dictation in any app. - Switch between 23 languages directly from the keyboard. NOTES A dedicated Notes tab for letters, social posts, poems, or longer texts in your language. - Type or dictate, then edit freely. - Auto-save, smart history with search and favourites. - Copy, share, export to CSV, or share as a formatted artwork card. - iCloud sync across iPhone and iPad, end-to-end encrypted. CONVERT A two-way converter for your clipboard. Paste English to get it in your Indic script, or paste Indic text to read it back in English. ACROSS YOUR DEVICE - Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets. - Control Center tiles to open Notes, Convert, or transliterate your clipboard. - Siri Shortcuts and App Intents. - Share extension: transliterate text from any app. - Custom app icons, one for every script. DESIGN - Dynamic Type, full Dark Mode, and the Apple Accessibility Nutrition Label. - Privacy first. Transliteration and dictation run entirely on-device. Nothing is sent to any server, ever. PERFECT FOR Students learning Indian languages, writers and poets creating in their mother tongue, multilingual families, teachers, social media in native scripts, and anyone who would rather speak than type. WHY AKSHAR? India is multilingual by nature. Akshar is built for that. All 23 languages in one refined keyboard, and your voice in 22 of them. No ads, no clutter, no servers reading your words or hearing your voice. HOW IT WORKS - Add Akshar’s Indic keyboard in Settings > Apps > Akshar, then hold the globe button in any app to switch to it. - Select your language from the keyboard toolbar, type in English, and tap a suggestion or press space to accept. - To dictate, open Akshar, tap Set Up Dictation. Then tap the mic key on the keyboard in any app, or in Notes. TECHNICAL DETAILS - On-device models running on Apple Core AI. - Transliteration by AI4Bharat’s IndicXlit and dictation by AI4Bharat’s IndicConformer, both developed at IIT Madras. - Built with SwiftUI, following Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines. Every language has a voice. Akshar helps you type yours. Made with love for the Indian language community. ## Key features - Real-time transliteration for 21 Indian languages - On-device AI for privacy - Dedicated notes section with auto-save - Two-way clipboard converter - iCloud sync across devices - Works in any app ## Recent user reviews (10 of 10) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akshar-indic-voice-keyboard/id6759032352/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Great app to communicate *2026-06-02* Noe it's easy to communicate with people in their local language when you are traveling ### 5/5 — Excellent Indic languages keyboard. *2026-05-30* This is a dream come true. Just a really cool Indic keyboard, the kind you’ve always wanted and now have got it. **Developer response:** Hi Maha! Thank you so much for your incredible 5-star review. Hearing that Akshar feels like a "dream come true" for you means the absolute world to me. Happy typing! ### 5/5 — Better than the system keyboard! *2026-04-07* Supports more Indian languages than the system keyboard and is super fast and accurate! It is completely free as well! Kudos to the developer! **Developer response:** Thank you 🤩 ### 5/5 — Good keyboard *2026-04-06* I’ve been using this app for the past few days, and it’s amazing. It integrates with the keyboard and provides multiple language options, which is really helpful. It’s great to use!” **Developer response:** Thank you! ### 5/5 — Keyboard is fantastic! *2026-03-25* Learnt about the integrated keyboard just recently and it works flawlessly. Such a simple case but the execution to fulfill it is great! Previously, the way to go was type in English -> Google translate -> copy translated Indic text. But now everything happens with good accuracy right where you want it. Kudos :) **Developer response:** Thank you for your kind words! ### 5/5 — Helpful app *2026-03-10* Easy Indian languages typing **Developer response:** Thank you. ### 5/5 — Unique and Useful app *2026-03-01* I can now write a paragraphs in my favourite language and this app made it easier ❤️ **Developer response:** Thank you. ### 5/5 — Easy and Fast Translation *2026-02-19* Useful app **Developer response:** Thank you. ### 5/5 — Using it for Kannada typing *2026-02-18* Useful app **Developer response:** Thank you. ### 5/5 — Excellent app *2026-02-14* It’s good for school students **Developer response:** Thank you. ## Frequently asked questions about Akshar ### What languages does Akshar support? Akshar supports 21 Indian languages including Hindi, Bangla, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Gujarati, Kannada, Urdu, Odia, Malayalam, Punjabi, Assamese, Maithili, Kashmiri, Nepali, Sindhi, Konkani, Meitei (Manipuri), Bodo, Sanskrit, and Sinhala. ### Is Akshar free to use? Yes, Akshar is completely free to download and use. It does not feature any in-app purchases or advertisements. ### Does Akshar have ads? No, Akshar is ad-free. The app is designed with a privacy-first approach and does not display any advertisements. ### How does Akshar handle privacy? Akshar prioritizes user privacy by performing all transliteration on-device using AI. Nothing typed is sent to any server, and saved content is end-to-end encrypted via iCloud sync. ### On which devices can I use Akshar? Akshar is available for iPhone and iPad, supporting Dynamic Type and Dark Mode for a comfortable user experience. ### How often is Akshar updated? The latest version of Akshar is 3.0.5, and it was last updated on June 5, 2026. Updates typically include new features, performance improvements, and bug fixes. ### Can I use Akshar to type in any app? Yes, Akshar's custom keyboard works seamlessly across your device, allowing you to type in your chosen Indian language within Messages, Notes, and any other application. ### What is the age rating for Akshar? Akshar has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children learning Indian languages. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.0.1 — 2026-09-14 Now you can dictate. Your keyboard works exactly as before, and now it listens too. - Speak your language. Talk naturally, and Akshar types it in your script, in 22 Indian languages. - Entirely on device. Dictation runs on your iPhone or iPad, and your voice never leaves it. No internet needed. - Right on your keyboard. After setup, a mic key appears on the Akshar keyboard. Dictate into any app. - Dictate in Notes. Tap the mic in a note to speak straight into it, then edit as usual. - A listening indicator in the Dynamic Island and on the Lock Screen while you dictate. - Two new languages: Dogri and Santali. Akshar now supports 23 Indian languages. Dictation needs iOS 26.4 or later. Existing users can set it up in one tap from the home screen. ### 4.0 — 2026-09-13 Now you can dictate. Your keyboard works exactly as before, and now it listens too. - Speak your language. Talk naturally, and Akshar types it in your script, in 22 Indian languages. - Entirely on device. Dictation runs on your iPhone or iPad, and your voice never leaves it. No internet needed. - Right on your keyboard. After setup, a mic key appears on the Akshar keyboard. Dictate into any app. - Dictate in Notes. Tap the mic in a note to speak straight into it, then edit as usual. - A listening indicator in the Dynamic Island and on the Lock Screen while you dictate. - Two new languages: Dogri and Santali. Akshar now supports 23 Indian languages. Dictation needs iOS 26.4 or later. Existing users can set it up in one tap from the home screen. ### 3.0.5 — 2026-06-05 Improvements to clarity, responsiveness, and overall usability. ### 3.0.4 — 2026-05-16 Improvements to clarity, responsiveness, and overall usability. ### 3.0.3 — 2026-05-13 Improvements to clarity, responsiveness, and overall usability. ## Apps similar to Akshar | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Know Your Digipin](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/know-your-digipin/id6747185077) | — | Free | Utilities | | [VoiceScribe: Diary & Notes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voicescribe-diary-and-notes/id6762748680) | — | Free | Utilities | | [Latin Keyboard \| Latīna](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/latin-keyboard-latina/id6748839356) | 5.0 (5) | Free | Utilities | | [Hindi Keyboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hindi-keyboard/id6447863271) | — | Free | Utilities | | [Super Counter: Tally & Clicker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-counter-tally-and-clicker/id6744288763) | 5.0 (3) | $0.99 | Utilities | | [PBGPL Consumer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pbgpl-consumer/id6740257576) | — | Free | Utilities | ## Related topics [dhivehi keyboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dhivehi-keyboard) · [rainbow indic keyboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/rainbow-indic-keyboard) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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