Convert YouTube Videos to Text
Download and transcribe any YouTube video
Turn YouTube content into searchable, repurposable text. Perfect for content creators, researchers, and anyone who needs video transcripts.
How It Works
1. Upload Your File
Drag and drop or click to upload your audio or video file
2. Automatic Transcription
Our AI transcribes your file with 95%+ accuracy in minutes
3. Download Your Text
Export in TXT, SRT, VTT, or other formats
YouTube Content Optimization
Perfect For
Content Repurposing
Turn videos into blog posts and social content
Caption Creation
Generate accurate captions for accessibility
Research Notes
Create text notes from educational videos
SEO Optimization
Add full transcripts to video descriptions
Course Materials
Create study guides from educational channels
Quote Extraction
Pull quotes from interviews and discussions
Export Formats
Simple Pricing
1 credit = 1 minute of audio/video. No subscriptions, pay only for what you use.
Start free with 120 credits (2 hours of transcription)
120 Credits
2 hours of transcription
$5.90
$0.049/min
300 Credits
5 hours of transcription
$10.90
$0.036/min
600 Credits
10 hours of transcription
$19.90
$0.033/min
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I transcribe a YouTube video?
Download the video using any YouTube downloader, then upload the file to our service. We'll transcribe the audio and provide your text.
Can you transcribe YouTube directly from URL?
Currently, you need to download the video first, then upload. This ensures you own the content you're transcribing.
What format should I download YouTube videos in?
MP4 is most common and works perfectly. We also support WebM and other formats YouTube provides.
Can I create YouTube captions from the transcript?
Yes! Export as SRT or VTT format, then upload directly to YouTube Studio as captions.
Does transcription help YouTube SEO?
Yes! Adding transcripts to descriptions makes your content searchable and can improve rankings.
Can you transcribe long YouTube videos?
Yes, we handle videos of any length. Just ensure you have enough credits (1 credit per minute).
Will YouTube's auto-captions work better?
Our accuracy typically exceeds YouTube's auto-captions, especially for technical content, accents, and background noise.
Can I transcribe my own YouTube videos?
Yes! Download from YouTube Studio or your original files, then upload for transcription.
Do you identify different speakers in YouTube videos?
Yes! Speaker diarization labels different voices throughout the video—perfect for interviews and discussions.
Can I transcribe YouTube Shorts?
Yes! Download the Short as a video file and upload it. Short videos transcribe quickly.
Ready to get started?
Upload your file above and get your transcript in minutes.
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