Description

Built on wpForo, the Voice Posting addon lets members publish topics and replies using voice commands, with automatic transcription of the recorded audio. This feature broadens forum accessibility and speeds up participation for users who would rather talk than type.

Key Features of Voice Posting

  • Direct in-browser recording
    The addon captures audio through the microphone with no additional plugins required.
  • Automatic speech-to-text transcription
    Converts speech into text that is inserted automatically into the post editor.
  • Multi-language support
    Recognizes and transcribes different languages to serve global communities.
  • Integration with the topic editor
    Recording and transcription work inside the wpForo reply and topic creation fields.
  • Per-group permission control
    Administrators can enable voice posting for specific user groups only.

Benefits of Voice Posting

  • Greater accessibility
    Users with motor or typing difficulties can take an active part in the forum.
  • Faster posting
    Speaking is quicker than typing, encouraging more frequent and longer replies.
  • Community engagement
    A modern feature that attracts members and improves forum interaction.
  • Mobile device compatibility
    Works on smartphones and tablets, where typing is slower.

Who Is Voice Posting For?

  • Online communities that want to encourage voice participation and increase interactivity among members.
  • Technical or support forums where fast replies are essential and speaking can be more efficient than typing.
  • Users with physical limitations who find typing a barrier and prefer to express themselves out loud.

How to Download Voice Posting

Voice Posting is available for download here on Ultrapack. After downloading the .zip file, install it under Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin, select the .zip, and activate it. The voice posting feature will appear in the wpForo topic editor right away.

The Voice Posting addon reshapes how people take part in forums by adding a vocal layer that removes the friction of typing and widens accessibility. Ideal for communities looking to modernize the user experience and engage members who value quick, natural interactions, it blends seamlessly into the wpForo posting flow.

Frequently asked questions

Is wpForo Voice Posting GPL-licensed?

Yes. wpForo Voice Posting is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.

Can I use wpForo Voice Posting on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install wpForo Voice Posting on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.

How much does wpForo Voice Posting cost at Ultrapack?

wpForo Voice Posting costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).

Does wpForo Voice Posting include updates?

Yes. The current version of wpForo Voice Posting is 3.0.0, published at Ultrapack on Jun 5, 2024. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is wpForo Voice Posting scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of wpForo Voice Posting goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.