YouTube Transcript Generator
Paste a public YouTube link to extract available captions as searchable text. Preview the first 25% free, then sign up to continue.
YouTube to text
What is a YouTube transcript generator?
A YouTube transcript generator converts the spoken audio from a YouTube video into readable, searchable text. TranscribeYT supports lectures, interviews, podcasts, tutorials, Shorts, and other public videos, with tools to read, save, summarize, translate, and export the result.
Paste a YouTube URL
Copy a public video link from YouTube and paste it into the transcript generator above.
Generate the transcript
Transcribe the video into searchable text with timestamps and a clean reading layout.
Read, save, or export
Review the transcript, create AI notes, or download TXT, PDF, DOCX, SRT, VTT, and Markdown files.
YouTube transcript tools
Use a transcript for research, studying, subtitles, content repurposing, and faster video search.
Simple plans for every workflow
Start free, then upgrade when you need more exports and AI tools.
Free
$0
Read transcripts and get started
Premium
$5.99/mo
75 transcripts, AI tools, and exports
Pro
$12.99/mo
300 transcripts and API/MCP access
From a YouTube link to usable text
The link tool retrieves available captions, including their original wording and timings. This illustrative example shows a short tutorial as readable text and timestamped notes; it is not output from a submitted video.
Plain text for notes
Start by opening a new document. Add a heading for your project. Save the file before you close the editor.
Timestamps for reference
00:00 Start by opening a new document. 00:04 Add a heading for your project. 00:08 Save the file before you close the editor.
Preview the first 25% of a public video transcript free. Sign up to continue; a paid plan unlocks the full transcript, saving, and downloads. If captions are unavailable and you have the source file, use the video or audio upload option.
ALL THE TOOLS
One platform. Every tool you need to extract, understand, and repurpose video content.
AI Summary
Condense hours of content into clean, structured bullet-point takeaways in seconds.
Multi-Format Export
PDF, DOCX, SRT, TXT — every format you need.
100+ Languages
Transcribe and translate with a single click.
Flashcards & Quizzes
Turn any transcript into instant study material with spaced-repetition flashcards.
Mind Maps
Visualize all concepts and their relationships in an interactive diagram.
Collaboration
Share transcripts and work together in real time.
PRO WORKFLOW
Paste URL
Drop any YouTube link and let our AI process it instantly.
AI Magic
Neural networks process audio into structured text in seconds.
Export
Download as PDF, SRT, TXT, or Word with full AI summaries.
Condensing 48 minutes of content into key takeaways…
THE USER VERDICT
758 Verified reviews
"Saved me 10+ hours a week on subtitling. The AI summaries are scarily accurate!"
Sarah J.
Creator
"The best tool for academic research. I can search through hours of lectures in seconds."
Marcus L.
Researcher
"Reliable, fast, and secure. TranscribeYT is an essential part of my workflow."
Elena K.
Journalist
"Turned my 2-hour lectures into instant flashcards. My grades literally improved because of this."
David P.
Student
"Extracting quotes for social media used to take forever. Now it's done before I finish my coffee."
Jessica M.
Marketer
"Saved me 10+ hours a week on subtitling. The AI summaries are scarily accurate!"
Sarah J.
Creator
"The best tool for academic research. I can search through hours of lectures in seconds."
Marcus L.
Researcher
"Reliable, fast, and secure. TranscribeYT is an essential part of my workflow."
Elena K.
Journalist
"Turned my 2-hour lectures into instant flashcards. My grades literally improved because of this."
David P.
Student
"Extracting quotes for social media used to take forever. Now it's done before I finish my coffee."
Jessica M.
Marketer
HOW WE COMPARE
See how TranscribeYT compares to standard manual transcription services and legacy tools.
| Feature | TranscribeYT | Legacy Dictation | Manual Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processing Time | Instant (seconds) | Real-time (slow) | 24 - 48 Hours |
| Accuracy Rate | AI-assisted transcription | 60% - 75% | 99% Human Precision |
| Supported Formats | PDF, SRT, VTT, DOCX, TXT, MD | Plain Text Only | DOCX & TXT Only |
| Average Price | Free Trial (Plan starts $5.99/mo) | Free (limited) | $1.50 per minute |