How to Download a Transcript from YouTube (TXT, PDF, Word & SRT)
YouTube shows transcripts on screen but gives you no way to download them as a file. If you need the transcript saved locally — for study notes, records, or subtitle files — here's how to download any YouTube transcript in the format you need.
Follow These Steps:
Copy the Video Link
Grab the URL of the YouTube video from your browser or the share sheet.
Generate the Transcript
Paste the link into TranscribeYT and click 'Get Transcript'. The full timestamped transcript loads in seconds.
Pick Your File Format
Choose TXT for plain text, PDF for printing and sharing, DOCX for editing in Word, Markdown for Notion/Obsidian, or SRT for subtitles.
Download the File
Click your format's export button and the file downloads instantly — no watermark, no sign-up required for your first transcript.
Why It Matters
- Real downloadable files, not just on-screen text.
- Five formats covering reading, editing, and subtitling.
- Timestamps included or omitted, your choice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you download a transcript directly from YouTube?
No — YouTube only displays transcripts in a side panel and offers no download option. Third-party tools like TranscribeYT convert the transcript into downloadable files.
What formats can I download a YouTube transcript in?
With TranscribeYT you can download transcripts as TXT, PDF, DOCX (Word), Markdown, and SRT subtitle files.
Does downloading a transcript cost money?
Your first transcripts are free. Free accounts receive monthly free transcriptions, and paid plans add higher volume limits.
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