YouTube Subtitle Downloader
Download subtitles and captions from YouTube videos in SRT, VTT, or plain text format.
SRT, VTT and TXT Formats
SRT is the universal standard for video editors (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). VTT works for HTML5 web players. TXT gives you plain readable text — ideal for repurposing content, translation, or creating blog posts from video transcripts.
Every Available Language
All caption tracks uploaded by the creator are listed — which can include 10+ languages for popular international content. Select the exact language you need before downloading.
Auto-Generated Captions Supported
YouTube auto-generates captions for most English videos and many others. These are clearly labelled in the track list. Accuracy is high for clear speech but may vary for accents, technical jargon, or music.
Perfect for Researchers & Educators
Educators use subtitle downloads to create transcripts for lesson materials. Researchers use them to analyse speech patterns, extract quotes, or make video content accessible for students with hearing difficulties.
Burn-In or Soft Subtitles
Use SRT files to add soft (removable) subtitle tracks to your edited videos, or burn them permanently into the video using FFmpeg or your editing software's subtitle render feature.
No API Key, No Account
Our tool does not require a YouTube API key or any login from you. Subtitle tracks are fetched directly from YouTube's caption endpoint for any public video.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I download YouTube subtitles?
Paste the YouTube video URL above and click Get Subtitles. All available caption tracks are shown. Select your language, choose SRT, VTT, or TXT, then click Download.
What is the difference between SRT, VTT, and TXT?
SRT (SubRip) contains timestamps and text — the most widely supported format for video editing software and media players. VTT (WebVTT) is similar to SRT but designed for HTML5 web video players. TXT is plain text with no timestamps — useful for reading, translation, or SEO content extraction.
Can I download auto-generated YouTube captions?
Yes. Both manual captions uploaded by the creator and auto-generated captions (generated by YouTube's speech recognition) are supported. Auto-generated tracks are labelled in the selection list.
Are auto-generated captions accurate enough to use?
For clear speech in a quiet environment, auto-generated captions are typically 95%+ accurate. Heavy accents, fast speech, background noise, or technical vocabulary can reduce accuracy. Always review before publishing.
How do I use an SRT file in Adobe Premiere Pro?
In Premiere Pro, go to File > Import and select your SRT file. It will appear in your project panel. Drag it to your timeline above the video track to add it as a subtitle layer.
What if the video has no subtitles available?
If the creator has not uploaded captions and YouTube has not auto-generated them (common for non-English or low-quality audio), no tracks will appear. Consider using our YouTube Video Summarizer to get a text overview instead.
Can I download subtitles from YouTube Shorts?
Shorts rarely have captions since they are short-form content. The tool will show available tracks if any exist, but most Shorts will return no caption tracks.
Can I use downloaded subtitles to create a blog post from a YouTube video?
Yes — download the TXT format for clean, readable text without timestamps. This is a popular technique for repurposing long-form video content into written articles, show notes, or social media posts.
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