Free YouTube Transcript Generator
Free YouTube transcript generator - extract subtitles, captions and transcripts from any YouTube video instantly. Copy or download as TXT. No login required.
Free YouTube Transcript Generator
Supports standard YouTube URLs and shortened youtu.be links
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How to Get a YouTube Transcript
Getting a YouTube transcript with our free tool is simple and takes just a few seconds. Follow these easy steps to extract subtitles and captions from any YouTube video:
Find Your YouTube Video
Open YouTube and find the video you want to transcribe. Make sure the video has captions or subtitles enabled (look for the CC button on the video player). Copy the video URL from your browser's address bar.
Paste the YouTube URL
Return to our YouTube Transcript Generator and paste the video URL into the input field. We support all YouTube URL formats including standard links (youtube.com/watch?v=), short links (youtu.be/), and even YouTube Shorts URLs.
Click Generate
Click the "Get Transcript" button and wait a few seconds. Our tool will automatically extract the transcript from the YouTube video captions. The process is fast and works with videos in any language that has captions available.
Copy or Download
Once generated, your transcript will appear with timestamps for each line. You can copy the entire transcript to your clipboard with one click, or download it as a TXT file for offline use. The transcript includes precise timestamps so you can easily reference specific moments in the video.
About YouTube Transcript Generator
YouTubeTranscriptFree is a completely free online tool designed to help you extract transcripts, subtitles, and captions from any YouTube video instantly. Whether you're a student taking notes from lectures, a content creator repurposing video content, or a researcher analyzing video data, our tool makes it easy to get the text you need.
Unlike YouTube's built-in caption viewer, our generator extracts the complete transcript in a clean, readable format with timestamps. You can copy the text with one click or download it as a TXT file for future reference. No registration required, no hidden costs—just paste a YouTube URL and get your transcript instantly.
We built this tool because we believe everyone should have easy access to YouTube transcripts for learning, accessibility, and content creation. Our generator works with videos in over 100 languages and supports all types of YouTube content including regular videos, live streams, and YouTube Shorts.
Tips for Getting Better Transcripts
Choose Videos with Manual Captions
Videos with creator-uploaded captions are typically much more accurate than auto-generated ones. Look for videos from professional educators or official channels.
Check Multiple Language Options
Many YouTube videos offer captions in multiple languages. If the auto-translated captions aren't accurate, try the original language and use a dedicated translation tool.
Review and Edit
While our tool extracts transcripts accurately, YouTube's auto-generated captions may contain errors. Always review the transcript and edit any mistakes, especially for important content.
Use Timestamps
Take advantage of the timestamp feature to quickly jump back to specific sections of the video. This is especially useful for lectures, tutorials, and interviews.