How do I extract a YouTube transcript?

Simply paste a YouTube video URL on our homepage and click 'Extract Transcript'. The full transcript with timestamps will appear instantly. You can then search, copy, or export it as SRT, VTT, or plain text.

Is YTTranscript.AI free to use?

Yes! Free users get 25 transcripts per month with 5 AI actions. Paid plans start at $9.99/month for 1,000 transcripts and 500 AI actions.

What export formats are supported?

We support Plain Text (.txt), SRT (SubRip subtitles), and VTT (Web Video Text Tracks) export formats. All formats include timestamps.

What AI features does YTTranscript.AI offer?

Our AI features include Summary, Mindmap, Q&A, Quiz, Flashcards, Study Guide, Blog Article, Clean Transcript, and Translation. These help you transform video content into actionable formats.

Can I extract transcripts in bulk?

Yes! Paid plans support bulk transcript extraction from entire YouTube playlists and channels. You can process hundreds of videos at once and export all transcripts.

What languages are supported?

We support 100+ languages. Our tool auto-detects available caption languages for each video, and you can also use AI translation to translate transcripts into any language.

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Download Subtitles from YouTube Videos

Download subtitles from any YouTube video in your preferred format. Our tool supports SRT (SubRip), VTT (WebVTT), and plain text exports. Available in 100+ languages with AI-powered translation for languages not natively available.

Supports youtube.com, youtu.be, shorts, and embed links

SRT

VTT, TXT

100+

Languages

70K+

Users

Free

No Signup

How It Works

Copy Video Link

Copy the YouTube URL for the video you need subtitles from.

Extract Subtitles

Paste the URL and click 'Extract Transcript'. Subtitles load in seconds.

Download

Choose your format (SRT, VTT, or TXT) and download instantly.

Features

Multiple Formats

Download in SRT, VTT, or plain text. Each format includes accurate timestamps synced to the video.

100+ Languages

Download subtitles in any available language. Use AI translation for languages not natively available.

Bulk Download

Download subtitles from entire playlists at once. Great for batch subtitle projects.

Clean Output

AI-powered cleanup removes duplicates, fixes line breaks, and formats subtitles for readability.

No Install Needed

100% web-based. No software to download or install. Works in any modern browser.

Completely Free

25 free downloads every month. No credit card or registration required.

The Complete Guide to Downloading YouTube Subtitles

Downloading subtitles from YouTube videos opens up a world of possibilities. Whether you need SRT files for video editing, VTT files for web players, or plain text for content creation, the process is the same: paste the YouTube URL, extract the transcript, and export in your preferred format. Downloaded subtitles preserve the exact timing of the original video, so they sync perfectly when imported into video editors. This makes it easy to add captions to re-uploaded content, create translated versions of videos, or embed subtitles in presentations and e-learning platforms.

Why Download YouTube Subtitles Instead of Creating Your Own?

Creating subtitles from scratch is time-consuming and expensive. Professional subtitling takes 5-10x the video length (a 10-minute video requires 50-100 minutes of work) and costs $1-3 per minute. YouTube already has subtitles for most videos — either auto-generated or manually uploaded by creators. Downloading these existing subtitles gives you a ready-made starting point. Even if you need to edit them for accuracy or style, starting with downloaded subtitles saves 80-90% of the work compared to creating from scratch. For auto-generated subtitles, our AI cleanup feature can polish them to publication quality in seconds.

Subtitle Download for Multilingual Video Projects

Working with video content across multiple languages is one of the strongest use cases for subtitle downloads. Many YouTube videos have subtitles available in several languages — both auto-generated and community-contributed translations. Our tool lets you download subtitles in any available language with a single click. For languages not natively available, AI translation can generate translated subtitles from the original language. This workflow is essential for localization teams, international media companies, and content creators expanding to new markets. Download the original subtitles, translate them, and you have multilingual subtitle files ready for distribution.

Best Practices for Working with Downloaded YouTube Subtitles

When downloading and using YouTube subtitles, keep these best practices in mind. Always preview the subtitles before using them in professional projects — auto-generated captions may have errors with proper nouns, technical terms, or accented speech. Use our AI Clean Transcript feature to fix common issues automatically. Choose the right format: SRT for video editing, VTT for web platforms, TXT for text-only use cases. When importing into video editors, verify the timing sync is correct — it should be perfect for the original video, but may need adjustment if you've trimmed or edited the video. For bulk projects, use playlist extraction to download subtitles from multiple videos at once.

Frequently Asked Questions

What subtitle formats can I download?

We support SRT (SubRip), VTT (WebVTT), and plain text (TXT). SRT is the most universal format, while VTT is ideal for web video players.

Can I download subtitles in other languages?

Yes! If the video has subtitles in multiple languages, you can choose any of them. You can also use our AI translation to translate subtitles into any language.

Do downloaded subtitles include timestamps?

Yes, SRT and VTT formats include precise timestamps. Plain text format also includes timestamps in a readable format.

Can I download subtitles from multiple videos?

Yes, our bulk extraction feature lets you download subtitles from entire playlists or lists of videos at once.

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