YouTube Transcript Generator
Extract a YouTube transcript for free. Read available captions, choose a caption language, and copy or download TXT, SRT or VTT without signing up.
Free to use · No signup · Public videos · private links cannot be imported
File uploads & video imports: up to 5 minutes · 10 MB
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.
Paste a YouTube video or Shorts link
Use a public watch link, Shorts URL or youtu.be share link. TranscriptVid retrieves an accessible caption track without downloading the video.
Choose an available caption language
The Caption language menu lists tracks exposed by the source. Pick another track to retrieve its text and timing. A missing language is not generated or translated.
Copy or download the transcript
Search for a phrase, turn timestamps off for a clean script, or download subtitles in SRT or VTT. Captions may contain mistakes, so check the video.
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.
How can I get a YouTube transcript for free?
Paste a public YouTube link into the form and select Get transcript. If captions are accessible, the full text, copy and downloads are available without an account. Link requests have rate and shared daily limits.
Can I transcribe a YouTube video without captions?
Yes, if you have a saved copy you are permitted to use. Choose Upload video to transcribe up to five minutes of audio on your device. This does not download a private or restricted YouTube video.
Can I extract a transcript in French, Arabic or Spanish?
Yes, when the video exposes a caption track in that language. Uploaded files can also be transcribed in a selected spoken language. Transcription preserves the speech language; this is not a translation service.