What devices and platforms does Subclip support?
This question is important because Subclip's workflow depends on a mix of UX, browser APIs, and hardware acceleration. A setup that works on desktop may fail on mobile, while a robust desktop browser setup is usually the safest path for production usage.
Subclip is currently browser-only.
There was one legacy Mac application, but it is not available now. If you need a macOS app, request access here: https://www.subclip.app/macapp
Subclip is not supported on every browser. For best compatibility, use modern Chromium-based desktop browsers (Chrome, Edge, Brave, Arc, Opera, etc.). See: Which Chromium browsers are supported?
Why Chromium browsers are required for core workflows
- Unlimited transcription workflows: These depend on browser capabilities such as WebGPU and stable media processing paths. Chromium browsers provide more reliable support. Safari can fail or crash on heavy transcription sessions.
- Unlimited export workflows: Subclip's export stack uses hardware acceleration plus DOM/media rendering pipelines (including MediaBunny-based processing). These require browser APIs that are currently most reliable in Chromium environments.
What this means in practice
- Desktop Chromium browser: recommended for daily Subclip workflows
- Safari/mobile browsers: may work for lightweight tasks, but not recommended for heavy transcription/export jobs
- Native desktop apps: not currently the main distribution model
Related tools
TL;DR Use Subclip in a modern Chromium-based desktop browser. Legacy Mac app is no longer available (request here: https://www.subclip.app/macapp). Safari and mobile browsers can be unstable for high-load transcription and export workflows.