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Manus Adds ElevenLabs Voice Integration: No Code Required

Joerg Hiller   Aug 03, 2026 23:10 0 Min Read


Manus, a collaborative productivity platform, has integrated ElevenLabs' advanced voice AI capabilities, allowing users to generate speech, transcribe recordings, clone voices, and build voice-powered apps directly within a single chat interface. The integration, announced on August 3, 2026, requires no coding or complex setup, making it accessible to creators and businesses alike.

Through the ElevenLabs connector, Manus users can execute tasks such as turning blog posts into podcasts, transcribing meetings, or creating localized voiceovers for product demos—all without leaving the platform. ElevenLabs' natural-sounding text-to-speech (TTS) technology powers these features in the background, while Manus simplifies the user experience. Users only need an active ElevenLabs account to connect the service.

Streamlining Audio Workflows

For ElevenLabs, this partnership extends its utility beyond standalone applications into integrated productivity environments. Known for its emotionally expressive TTS models and voice cloning tools, ElevenLabs has become a leader in AI audio, with high-profile investors like BlackRock and Jamie Foxx helping boost its valuation to $11 billion as of its Series D funding in February 2026.

The integration bridges gaps in traditional audio workflows, which often require juggling multiple tools. For instance, Manus can now generate a podcast version of a newsletter, organize meeting notes from raw audio recordings, or even create custom soundscapes—all in one conversational interface. Such features align with ElevenLabs' broader mission to position "voice as the next interface for AI," as CEO Piotr Dąbkowski stated earlier this year.

Applications for Creators and Businesses

This integration caters to a wide range of use cases:

  • Content creators: Narrate blog posts, create teaser clips with sound effects, or produce voiceovers in multiple languages.
  • Businesses: Generate training modules with voice narration or transcribe customer interviews into actionable insights.
  • Developers: Build custom voice-powered apps like interactive language tutors or personalized audio experiences.

For example, a user could prompt Manus to "generate a voiceover for a product launch script in Japanese with a warm tone," and receive a professionally produced audio file in minutes. Similarly, businesses can process customer interviews by uploading raw recordings, which are then transcribed and summarized automatically.

Regulatory and Privacy Considerations

Despite its cutting-edge technology, ElevenLabs has faced scrutiny over potential misuse of its voice cloning tools. U.S. lawmakers pressed the company in April 2026 to outline safeguards against deepfake abuse. ElevenLabs asserts it employs strict review systems and restricts cloning of public figures' voices. The Manus integration adheres to these policies, requiring user authorization for all third-party connections.

Manus users should note that ElevenLabs manages audio processing and billing directly, with no disruptions to their existing accounts or data retention policies. All AI-generated outputs should be reviewed before publication, Manus advises.

Availability and Next Steps

The ElevenLabs connector is now live for Manus users with active ElevenLabs accounts. Features depend on users' ElevenLabs subscription plans and credit balances. Setup is straightforward: users simply connect their accounts through Manus' integrations page and begin generating audio directly from chat prompts.

By integrating ElevenLabs, Manus expands its functionality into the audio AI space, enabling users to add voice to virtually any task. This move underscores a growing trend: embedding advanced AI capabilities directly into productivity tools to improve workflows and unlock creative possibilities.


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