Transcript a YouTube Video
Get a full transcript from any YouTube video instantly. Search, download, and share with timestamps. No account needed.
Supports regular videos, Shorts, and live streams in 100+ languages. Export as TXT, SRT, VTT, JSON, or Markdown.
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
Why Transcribe YouTube Videos With Us?
The fastest, simplest way to get accurate transcripts from any YouTube video.
Search Inside the Video
Type any word to instantly find and highlight every occurrence in the transcript. Jump directly to that moment in the video.
5 Export Formats
Download your transcript as TXT, SRT, VTT, JSON, or Markdown. Perfect for notes, subtitles, editing, and research.
100+ Languages
Extract transcripts in any language YouTube supports — including auto-generated captions when manual subtitles are unavailable.
Clickable Timestamps
Every line includes a timestamp. Click any timestamp to jump directly to that exact moment in the YouTube video.
How to Transcript a YouTube Video
Three simple steps. No technical knowledge required.
Paste the URL
Copy any YouTube video link and paste it into the search box above.
Get the Transcript
We instantly fetch the captions and display them with timestamps.
Export or Share
Download in TXT, SRT, VTT, JSON, or Markdown — or copy to clipboard.
Who Needs to Transcript YouTube Videos?
Students, creators, researchers, journalists — anyone who needs video content in text form.
Students & Researchers
Extract quotes, create study notes, and search lecture content without rewatching hours of video.
Content Creators
Repurpose YouTube videos into blog posts, social media threads, and email newsletters.
Journalists
Quickly verify facts and pull exact quotes from video interviews and press conferences.
SEO & Marketing Teams
Turn video content into searchable text to improve discoverability and content reuse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about getting transcripts from YouTube videos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about transcripts, captions, downloads, and limitations.
What is a YouTube transcript generator?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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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