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Download subtitles from any YouTube video instantly. Export as SRT or VTT. No account needed.

Supports manual subtitles and auto-generated captions in 100+ languages.

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YouTube Transcript Generator

Get accurate transcripts from any YouTube video instantly. Search, download, and manage video content with ease.

Supports 100+ languages. Export as TXT, SRT, VTT, JSON, or Markdown. No account needed.

Supports youtube.com, youtu.be, and youtube.com/shorts URLs

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SRT Format

SubRip Subtitle format. The most widely supported subtitle format. Works with VLC, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, YouTube, and every major video player.

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VTT Format

Web Video Text Tracks format. The modern web standard for HTML5 video. Supports styling, positioning, and chapter markers.

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Why Download YouTube Subtitles?

Create Subtitles for Your Videos

Download subtitles from reference videos and use them as templates for your own content.

Translate to Other Languages

Download the original subtitle file, translate the text, and upload it as a new language track.

Edit and Improve Captions

Download auto-generated captions, fix errors in your editor, and re-upload polished subtitles.

Archive Important Content

Save subtitles from educational videos, speeches, and documentaries for offline reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about transcripts, captions, downloads, and limitations.

What is a YouTube transcript generator?

A YouTube transcript generator converts spoken audio from a YouTube video into readable text using available captions, including both manual subtitles and auto-generated captions.

Does this tool support auto-generated YouTube captions?

Yes. This tool extracts auto-generated captions from YouTube videos when manual subtitles are not available.

Can I get transcripts from manually added subtitles?

Yes. If a video includes manually added subtitles by the creator, the transcript generator prioritizes them for higher accuracy.

Is this YouTube transcript generator free to use?

Yes. You can generate YouTube transcripts for free without creating an account or installing any software. There are no hidden fees or usage limits.

Why do some videos not generate transcripts?

Transcripts may be unavailable if captions are disabled by the uploader, the video is private, age-restricted, or blocked due to regional limitations.

Can I download or copy the transcript?

Yes. You can copy or download the transcript for notes, research, content creation, or SEO workflows. We support TXT, SRT, VTT, JSON, and Markdown formats.

Is this tool legal to use?

Yes. The tool only accesses publicly available captions provided by YouTube and does not bypass private or restricted content.

How do I get a transcript from a YouTube video?

Simply copy the YouTube video URL, paste it into our search box, and click 'Generate Transcript.' The transcript will appear within seconds, complete with timestamps.

Can I download YouTube subtitles as an SRT file?

Yes. After generating the transcript, click the Download button and select SRT format. This file can be used in video editing software or uploaded as subtitles.

Does this work with YouTube Shorts?

Yes. Our tool supports regular YouTube videos, Shorts, and live stream recordings, as long as captions are available.

How many languages are supported?

We support all languages that YouTube provides captions for — over 100 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, and more.

Do you store my transcripts or video data?

No. We do not store any video content or transcripts on our servers. All data is fetched directly from YouTube and displayed in your browser in real-time.

Can I search within a transcript?

Yes. Our built-in search feature lets you find specific words or phrases within the transcript instantly, with highlighted matches and navigation.

What formats can I export transcripts in?

You can export transcripts in TXT (plain text), SRT (subtitles), VTT (web video text tracks), JSON (structured data), and Markdown formats.

Why should I use a transcript generator instead of YouTube's built-in transcripts?

Our tool offers a cleaner interface, multi-format downloads, search functionality, timestamp navigation, and works without needing to navigate YouTube's interface — saving you time.

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