Video to Text Converter
Convert a saved video or audio file into text on your device. Free speech transcription for short MP4, WebM, MP3 and WAV files, with TXT, SRT and VTT exports.
Less replaying. More getting things done.
A transcript you can actually work with.
Find the exact line
Search the transcript and keep source timestamps close when you need them.
Copy it your way
Keep the timestamps, read clean text, or add context for a conversation with Claude.
Take it with you
Download TXT, SRT or VTT. Link captions retain source timing; file transcription estimates it.
From video to usable text.
Choose your media file
Select a file up to five minutes and 10 MB. MP4 with AAC audio, MP3 and WAV are good starting points; codec support depends on your browser.
Choose the spoken language
Select the language you hear or use automatic detection. The first run downloads a multilingual speech model, then processes the audio on your device.
Review and export
Check automatic recognition and timing, then copy your transcript or download TXT, SRT or VTT. No account is needed to release the result.
Choose the workflow that fits your video.
| Source | Start with | What you receive |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube & Shorts | A public video link | Existing captions, with available language tracks and original timing. |
| TikTok | A public link or saved file | Accessible source captions, or on-device speech transcription from your file. |
| Instagram Reels | A public link or saved file | Public video import when accessible, with on-device speech transcription. |
Link captions: up to two hours, subject to source access and request limits. File transcription: up to five minutes / 10 MB. A failed link request is never replaced with sample text.
A few things to know.
Is this video-to-text converter free?
Yes. File transcription runs on your device without a paid transcription API. It uses your device’s processing power and downloads about 100 MB on first use.
Does the file leave my device?
No audio or video is uploaded to TranscriptVid. The browser downloads the open-source model and performs speech recognition locally.
Why does my video not decode?
A file extension does not determine its audio codec. Try a current browser and an MP4 with AAC audio, MP3 or WAV. Silent videos and unsupported codecs cannot be transcribed.