YouTube Transcript
Get a transcript from any YouTube video
Use this free YouTube transcript generator to paste a link, pull the captions that already exist on the video, jump to any line, and copy the text.
How to use
- Paste a YouTube URL (or video ID) into the box on this page.
- Submit the link to open the transcript next to the video.
- Click a line to jump in the player, or copy the full text when you need it.
- Switch caption languages when other tracks are available.
FAQ
Do I need an account to get a YouTube transcript?
No. Paste a public YouTube link and use the tool right away—no signup or login.
Where does the transcript text come from?
We load the captions already attached to the video (auto-generated or uploaded by the creator). If a video has no captions, there is nothing to show.
Can I jump from a transcript line to that moment in the video?
Yes. On the transcript view, select a line to seek the player to that timestamp.
Can I copy the full transcript?
Yes. Use the copy controls on the transcript view to copy the text for notes, quotes, or editing elsewhere.
Does this work for private or age-restricted videos?
Only videos whose captions are publicly available will work. Private, members-only, or blocked videos usually cannot be transcribed here.