FREE SUBTITLE DOWNLOADER

YouTube Subtitles Downloader

Download subtitles and transcripts from any YouTube video. SRT, VTT, and TXT formats. All languages. No sign-up.

All Languages SRT / VTT / TXT Unlimited & Free Instant Results
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How to Download YouTube Subtitles in 3 Steps

1

Paste the YouTube URL

Copy the video link from your browser or the YouTube app. Any format works - full URL, short link, Shorts, or raw video ID.

2

Choose Your Language

The tool detects every subtitle track on the video automatically. Select the language you need from the full list.

3

Pick Your Format

Download as SRT for video players, VTT for web use, or TXT for transcripts and AI tools. One click per format.

3 Formats for Every Use Case

SRT Format

SubRip Text - the universal subtitle format. Works with VLC, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut, and all major video players and editors.

Best for: Video Editing

VTT Format

WebVTT - the web standard for subtitles. Native support in HTML5 video players, streaming platforms, and modern browsers.

Best for: Web Projects

TXT Transcript

Clean plain text without timestamps. Perfect for feeding into ChatGPT, Gemini or Claude, repurposing content, note-taking, or writing blog posts.

Best for: AI Tools & Writing

All Languages

Detects every subtitle track - manual, auto-generated, and translated. English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Japanese, and dozens more.

53+ Languages Detected

Auto-generated Captions

YouTube's AI-generated subtitles are fully supported and clearly labeled so you know if the text was manually written or auto-detected.

Clearly Labeled

100% Free

No sign-up, no limits, no payment, no API key. Download subtitles from any number of videos without restrictions.

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Who Uses YouTube Subtitle Downloaders?

Downloading YouTube subtitles is a common task for a surprisingly wide range of people. Here are the most common use cases:

  • Content Creators - Extract subtitles to repurpose video content into blog posts, newsletters, or Twitter/X threads without retyping.
  • Video Editors - Import SRT files into Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve to add subtitles without manual transcription.
  • Students and Researchers - Download transcripts from lectures, talks, and interviews for note-taking and citation.
  • AI and Automation Users - Feed TXT transcripts into ChatGPT or Claude for summaries, Q&A extraction, or translation.
  • Language Learners - Download subtitles in a foreign language to study alongside the video.
  • SEO Professionals - Analyze competitor video transcripts to identify keywords and content gaps.
  • Accessibility Teams - Review and correct auto-generated captions before publishing.

How to Use YouTube Subtitles with AI Tools

The TXT format is the most powerful for AI-assisted content creation. Here is the exact workflow content creators use most:

  • Step 1: Paste the YouTube URL above and click Get Subtitles.
  • Step 2: Find the language you want in the list and click TXT.
  • Step 3: Open ChatGPT or Claude and paste the transcript.
  • Step 4: Prompt: "Summarize this transcript in 5 bullet points" or "Write a blog post based on this content."
  • Step 5: Edit the output and publish in under 10 minutes.

This workflow turns a 30-minute video into a publishable blog post in under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I download YouTube subtitles for free?

Paste any YouTube video URL into the tool above and click Get Subtitles. The tool will detect all available subtitle languages and show download buttons for SRT, VTT, and TXT formats. No account or registration needed.

What is the difference between SRT, VTT, and TXT formats?

SRT (SubRip) is the most widely supported subtitle format - works with VLC, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve and most video players. VTT (WebVTT) is the web standard used by HTML5 video players. TXT is plain text with no timestamps - ideal for transcripts, AI tools, or content repurposing.

Does this tool work on all YouTube videos?

It works on any video that has subtitles or captions - which includes the vast majority of popular videos. If a video has no captions at all (no auto-generated, no manual), no subtitle file can be extracted.

Can I download auto-generated subtitles?

Yes. YouTube's automatic captions (auto-generated) are fully supported and clearly labeled as 'Auto' in the language list. These are available in the video's original language for most popular videos.

What is a YouTube transcript and how is it different from subtitles?

Subtitles are timed text files synchronized to video (SRT/VTT). A transcript is the plain text of all spoken words without timestamps. Both come from the same source - the TXT format gives you the transcript, while SRT/VTT give you the subtitle file.

Can I download subtitles in a different language?

Yes. If the video has multiple subtitle languages (manual or auto-translated), all available languages appear in the list. You can download any of them in your preferred format.

Does it support YouTube Shorts?

Yes. Paste a Shorts URL and the tool works the same way - detecting any available captions on that Short.

Is the tool completely free?

100% free with no limits. No sign-up, no payment, no API key. Download subtitles from as many videos as you need.

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