How to request third-party captions in FaceTime on iPhone and iPad

During a FaceTime call, you can request captions from a third-party app.

  1. Make sure your device is updated to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.

  2. During a FaceTime call, tap the participant's name at the top of your FaceTime call screen.

  3. Tap Invite with FaceTime Link to send the link to a captioner.

    FaceTime call screen showing participant Ashley Rico, with the option to tap Invite with FaceTime Link to add another participant.

  4. Choose how to send the link, then accept the captioner's request to join.

    FaceTime call screen showing participant Ashley Rico, with option to accept the invited participant.

  5. On your FaceTime call screen, tap the More button, then tap Live Captions.

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Third-party captioning is also available during a FaceTime call on macOS Golden Gate 27.2 and later, tvOS 27.2 and later, and visionOS 27.2 and later. Third-party captioning services might require a separate subscription or account. Check with your service provider for details regarding data privacy and usage.

FaceTime links aren't supported in China mainland. Creating a link to a FaceTime call isn't supported on iPhone models purchased in China mainland.

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