Oral Collector
Language documentation
About
This app facilitates language documentation and preservation by allowing users to record, organize, and upload oral language data. It offers features like audio recording, genre classification, and offline capabilities, making it ideal for researchers and community members.
What's New in Oral Collector
1.5.1
August 14, 2026
Your recordings are safer. • A recording made in the browser now survives reloading the page • Clearing local storage keeps whatever hasn't been uploaded yet • Failed uploads are retried instead of deleted • Edits made offline upload on their own, and the list shows which are waiting Also: much shorter cuts in the trim editor, sync messages and the storage dialog in every supported language, and correct counts on the home screen.
MoreFAQ
What is Oral Collector used for?
Oral Collector is designed for language documentation and preservation. It allows users to record, organize, and upload oral language data, making it a valuable tool for researchers, linguists, and community members.
Can I record audio without an internet connection using Oral Collector?
Yes, Oral Collector features an 'Offline First' approach. You can record anywhere, even without internet, and your recordings will sync automatically when you reconnect.
How does Oral Collector help organize recordings?
Oral Collector allows you to organize your recordings by genre, subcategory, and register. This feature helps in structuring and managing your language data effectively for documentation purposes.
What languages is the Oral Collector interface available in?
The Oral Collector interface is available in 11 languages, including English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Arabic, Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Swahili, Tok Pisin, and Chinese, catering to a global user base.
Can I edit recordings before uploading them with Oral Collector?
Yes, Oral Collector includes an audio trimming feature that allows you to edit and trim your recordings before uploading them to the cloud. This ensures you upload only the relevant portions of the audio data.
Does Oral Collector support multiple language documentation projects?
Yes, Oral Collector supports multi-project participation. This means you can work on and manage recordings for several different language documentation projects simultaneously within the app.
How is my data protected with Oral Collector?
Oral Collector offers secure cloud sync for your recordings. The app also provides account management features, giving you full control over your account, including the ability to delete your data.
Is Oral Collector suitable for beginners in language documentation?
Yes, Oral Collector is designed with an intuitive interface and features like 'Quick Record' to make it easy for both experienced researchers and community members new to language documentation to capture and organize data.