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How to Download X (Twitter) Subtitles in SRT and VTT Format

Discover how to extract and download subtitles from X videos in SRT or VTT formats for video editing and translation.

June 28, 2026
6 min read
Alex Rivera

How to Download X (Twitter) Subtitles in SRT and VTT Format

As video content dominates X (formerly Twitter), captions have become necessary. Subtitles make videos readable in noisy environments and accessible to global audiences. If you need to download subtitles from X videos to repurpose them or add translations, downloading SRT or VTT files is the industry standard.

Here is a step-by-step guide to downloading subtitles from X videos.

Understanding SRT and VTT Subtitle Files

  • SRT (SubRip): A simple, universal subtitle format. It contains sequential numbers, start/end timestamps, and subtitle text. It works in almost every media player.
  • VTT (WebVTT): A format designed for HTML5 video players. It allows metadata, formatting styles, and text alignment coordinates.

How to Download X Subtitles Online

Step 1: Save the Post Link

Go to X, locate the video post, click the share icon, and select "Copy Link".

Step 2: Use the TranscribeYT Downloader

Visit the TranscribeYT X Subtitle Downloader. Paste the copied link into the input box on the page.

Step 3: Generate and Download

Click the "Get Subtitles" button. Once processed, select either the "SRT" or "VTT" download buttons to save the subtitle file to your computer.

How to Use Downloaded Subtitles

  • Translate: Open the SRT file in a text editor and translate it to create multi-lingual captions.
  • Re-edit: Import the SRT file into tools like Premiere Pro to burn captions onto your videos.
  • Index: Use the subtitle text for search engine optimization of your video library.

Streamline your video localization workflow by using the TranscribeYT X subtitle tool to extract captions easily.

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