YouTube Transcript Generator

What is a YouTube transcript?

A YouTube transcript is the full text of everything spoken in a video, usually created by the uploader or generated automatically by YouTube. It lets you read, search, translate or repurpose a video's content without watching it, and it can be exported as subtitles in SRT format.

How to get a YouTube transcript

1. Copy the link of the YouTube video you want to read.
2. Paste it in the box above and press Get transcript.
3. Copy the text, or download it as an SRT file with timestamps.

Frequently asked questions

Is this YouTube transcript generator free?

Yes. Generating and reading a transcript is completely free, and you do not need to create an account or log in.

How do I get a transcript from a YouTube video?

Copy the video URL from your browser, paste it into the box above, and press Get transcript. The full text appears in a few seconds.

Can I download the transcript as an SRT file?

Yes. After the transcript loads, press Download .srt to save it with original timestamps, ready for video editors and caption tools.

What if a video has no transcript?

Some videos have captions disabled by the uploader. In that case no transcript can be retrieved, and you will see a short message explaining it.

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