This guide walks through a complete WO Mic installation on a fresh computer: downloading the right client, connecting a phone, verifying the virtual microphone and recording a first test clip.
Step 1: download the correct client
Get the client from the official womic.org site. Choose the build for your operating system – Windows 10/11, macOS or Linux. Avoid third-party download portals, which often bundle adware.
Step 2: install and reboot
Run the installer as administrator so the virtual audio driver registers correctly. Reboot once after installation; without the reboot some applications will not see the new device.
Step 3: install the mobile app
Install WO Mic from Google Play or the App Store. Grant microphone permission on first launch. On Android 12+, also allow nearby-device permission for network discovery.
Step 4: connect
Put both devices on the same Wi-Fi network. Open the app, choose Wi-Fi, tap Start, then press Connect in the desktop client. If discovery fails, enter the phone's IP address manually.
- Same subnet
- Firewall allows the client
- Manual IP as fallback
Step 5: verify the virtual microphone
Open Windows Sound settings – Recording devices. 'WO Mic Virtual Microphone' should be listed and show a level meter when you speak. Set it as the default device and disable audio enhancements.
Step 6: record a test clip
Open Audacity, select the virtual microphone as input, record 30 seconds of speech and play it back. If the level is low, increase the phone's mic gain in the app or move closer. If there is hum, apply a high-pass filter at 80 Hz.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which port does WO Mic use?
The client and app communicate on a local UDP/TCP port chosen automatically. Firewall exceptions handle it.
Do I need to reinstall after Windows updates?
Occasionally a major Windows update resets audio devices. Reinstalling the client restores the virtual microphone.
You can find the current Windows client and virtual audio driver on womic.io along with setup notes for Windows 10 and 11.
