How Do I Start Transcribing a YouTube Video to Text?

Simply paste your YouTube or Shorts link into the main field and click "Show My Transcript". The tool will automatically transcribe the audio and display a progress bar until it finishes. Once done, you can edit the transcript, adjust subtitles, and choose export options.

Can I Translate My Transcript Into Other Languages?

Yes, you can keep the original language, let the tool auto detect, or translate into several supported languages. Inside the editor, you can switch between single and bilingual subtitles so viewers see both the original and translated text on screen at the same time when needed.

What Export Formats Are Available?

You can export a video file in MP4 format with subtitles burned directly into the image. Alternatively, you can export subtitles only as an SRT file that preserves timecodes and text. The SRT can then be used in video editors, streaming platforms, or players that support external subtitle files.

Can I Edit Subtitles After Transcription?

Absolutely, the transcript opens in a timeline editor where each subtitle line has its own timecodes. You can edit the text, add or delete lines, and check everything against the embedded player. Changes remain synced with playback, helping you refine pacing and clarity before exporting.

How to Fix Repeated Spelling Errors?

The Find & Replace feature is designed for exactly that scenario. Enter the incorrect word or phrase, specify what it should become, and then use Next, Replace, or All. This lets you correct names, technical terms, or repeated transcription quirks across the entire transcript in just a few clicks.

Can I Customize Subtitle Styles?

Yes, you have extensive control over subtitle appearance through the Style panel. Choose fonts, colors, sizes, backgrounds, outlines, alignment, and on‑screen position, or apply preset styles instantly. Your chosen styling is applied when exporting MP4 videos with burned‑in subtitles, ensuring a consistent look.

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How to Transcribe YouTube Videos Into Text?

Follow three clear steps to turn any YouTube video into accurate text, customize subtitles visually.

1
Paste Link
Paste your YouTube or Shorts link into the main input field and click "Show My Transcript" to start automatic transcription.
2
Choose Language
Auto-detect or translate to 100+ languages. Switch between single/bilingual subtitles, confirm your language, and generate perfectly paired on-screen text.
3
Edit and Export
Edit text, timing, and styling in the timeline with real-time preview. Export as MP4 with burned-in subtitles or download SRT files for other editors and players.

Why Choose This YouTube Video to Text Transcriber?

Automated YouTube transcription with precise editing and flexible export options.

Effortless Link-to-Text Flow
Go from YouTube link to full transcript without uploading heavy video files or waiting on complex setups. Automatic transcription starts as soon as you hit "Show My Transcript", while the progress bar keeps you informed. It works equally well for standard videos and Shorts, giving you a consistent, reliable pipeline every time.
Powerful Visual Subtitle Editor
Fine‑tune every subtitle line using precise timecodes that stay synced with playback. Edit text, add or delete lines, and see changes reflected instantly in the embedded player, complete with speed controls and a real‑time subtitle highlight. This visual feedback makes pacing, readability, and accuracy far easier to perfect than working blindly in plain text.
Rich Language and Translation Support
Keep your original language, let the tool auto detect, or translate directly into several major languages from one place. Toggle between single and bilingual subtitles so both original and translated text appear together on screen. This flexibility is ideal for multilingual audiences, international courses, or creators localizing their content efficiently.
Styled Subtitles and Flexible Exports
Control font, color, size, background, outline, alignment, and position so subtitles match your brand or viewing environment. Apply preset styles in one click or customize everything before exporting. Choose between a ready‑to‑share MP4 with burned‑in subtitles or a clean SRT file you can use in editors like Premiere, Final Cut, or players like VLC.

Where This YouTube Video Transcriber Works Best?

Use this tool for content creation, education, marketing, and accessibility—fast and polished.

Content Repurposing
Turn long YouTube videos into reusable text for articles, newsletters, or social posts. Copy the full transcript, lightly edit the language, then transform spoken segments into structured blog sections, show notes, and highlight quotes without retyping anything.
Courses and Lectures
Generate accurate transcripts and subtitles for recorded lessons, tutorials, and webinar replays. Edit wording and timing in the timeline editor, then export styled subtitles or text‑only transcripts to support learners who prefer reading along or revisiting key explanations.
Podcast and Interview
When podcasts or interviews are uploaded to YouTube, convert them into clear transcripts for better searchability and reference. Use Find & Replace to fix recurring name spellings or terms, then publish text versions on your site or as episode notes.
Shorts and Reels
Quickly subtitle YouTube Shorts so viewers can follow along without sound. Adjust font, position, and background for vertical viewing, then export an MP4 with burned‑in captions that is ready to share across platforms while remaining accessible.
Marketing & Localization
Translate talking‑head videos, product demos, and launch announcements into multiple languages from one place. Enable bilingual subtitles to display original speech with translated text, helping international audiences understand fast while preserving your brand voice and phrasing.
Accessibility and Compliance
Provide captions and transcripts to support deaf or hard‑of‑hearing viewers and meet accessibility guidelines. Use the precise timecoded editor to ensure subtitles match speech closely, then export either SRT files for players or MP4s with captions locked into the video.

What Creators Say About This YouTube Transcriber?

As a solo creator, I need tools that give me control without adding complexity. This YouTube video transcriber lets me fix timing, tweak phrasing, and style captions while watching the video play. Once I am satisfied, I export either an SRT file for further editing or a final MP4 with burned‑in subtitles that I can upload immediately without extra software.

MarkIndependent Creator

As someone who repurposes YouTube content into blogs and newsletters, this YouTube video transcriber has changed my workflow completely. I paste the link, let it auto‑transcribe, then quickly refine the wording before exporting the text. The ability to copy the entire transcript in one click saves me from hours of manual typing and rough draft cleanup.

EmmaContent Strategist

I post long tutorials and lecture‑style videos, so accurate captions are essential for my students. Being able to transcribe YouTube video to text and edit subtitles directly in a synced timeline is incredibly efficient. I especially appreciate the translation choices and bilingual subtitles, which help my international audience follow along in both the original language and English.

DanielTech Educator

We use this tool to turn product walk‑throughs and launch videos into multilingual assets quickly. The YouTube video to text transcription is accurate enough to start from, and the Find & Replace feature lets us enforce consistent terminology in seconds. Exporting subtitled MP4s with our chosen fonts and colors makes it easy to publish polished, on‑brand content across different regions.

SofiaMarketing Manager

MarkIndependent Creator

EmmaContent Strategist

As someone who repurposes YouTube content into blogs and newsletters, this YouTube video transcriber has changed my workflow completely. I paste the link, let it auto‑transcribe, then quickly refine the wording before exporting the text. The ability to copy the entire transcript in one click saves me from hours of manual typing and rough draft cleanup.
EmmaContent Strategist
I post long tutorials and lecture‑style videos, so accurate captions are essential for my students. Being able to transcribe YouTube video to text and edit subtitles directly in a synced timeline is incredibly efficient. I especially appreciate the translation choices and bilingual subtitles, which help my international audience follow along in both the original language and English.
DanielTech Educator
We use this tool to turn product walk‑throughs and launch videos into multilingual assets quickly. The YouTube video to text transcription is accurate enough to start from, and the Find & Replace feature lets us enforce consistent terminology in seconds. Exporting subtitled MP4s with our chosen fonts and colors makes it easy to publish polished, on‑brand content across different regions.
SofiaMarketing Manager
As a solo creator, I need tools that give me control without adding complexity. This YouTube video transcriber lets me fix timing, tweak phrasing, and style captions while watching the video play. Once I am satisfied, I export either an SRT file for further editing or a final MP4 with burned‑in subtitles that I can upload immediately without extra software.
MarkIndependent Creator

FAQ

Find clear answers on how to transcribe YouTube videos to text and export subtitles smoothly.

How Do I Start Transcribing a YouTube Video to Text?
Simply paste your YouTube or Shorts link into the main field and click "Show My Transcript". The tool will automatically transcribe the audio and display a progress bar until it finishes. Once done, you can edit the transcript, adjust subtitles, and choose export options.
Can I Translate My Transcript Into Other Languages?
Yes, you can keep the original language, let the tool auto detect, or translate into several supported languages. Inside the editor, you can switch between single and bilingual subtitles so viewers see both the original and translated text on screen at the same time when needed.
What Export Formats Are Available?
You can export a video file in MP4 format with subtitles burned directly into the image. Alternatively, you can export subtitles only as an SRT file that preserves timecodes and text. The SRT can then be used in video editors, streaming platforms, or players that support external subtitle files.
Can I Edit Subtitles After Transcription?
Absolutely, the transcript opens in a timeline editor where each subtitle line has its own timecodes. You can edit the text, add or delete lines, and check everything against the embedded player. Changes remain synced with playback, helping you refine pacing and clarity before exporting.
How to Fix Repeated Spelling Errors?
The Find & Replace feature is designed for exactly that scenario. Enter the incorrect word or phrase, specify what it should become, and then use Next, Replace, or All. This lets you correct names, technical terms, or repeated transcription quirks across the entire transcript in just a few clicks.
Can I Customize Subtitle Styles?
Yes, you have extensive control over subtitle appearance through the Style panel. Choose fonts, colors, sizes, backgrounds, outlines, alignment, and on‑screen position, or apply preset styles instantly. Your chosen styling is applied when exporting MP4 videos with burned‑in subtitles, ensuring a consistent look.

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