YouTube to Text in Seconds

Skip watching entire videos - get the full transcript, search for keywords, and copy with one click.

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Paste YouTube URL

Enter any YouTube video link to get the full transcript

Most transcripts ready in under 5 seconds
One-Click Copy125+ LanguagesSearch ContentJump to Timestamps

How It Works

Copy YouTube Link

Grab any YouTube video URL from your browser

Paste & Extract

Paste the URL and we'll fetch the transcript

Use the Text

Search, copy, or save the transcript

Why you need YouTube Transcript?

Extract value from videos without watching every second - save time and work smarter

YouTube videos contain valuable information for learning and entertainment, but watching entire videos is time-consuming. This transcript tool helps you quickly access, search, and repurpose video content in text format.

For Note Takers

  • Copy text directly into your study notes
  • Get podcast transcripts for better retention
  • Translate content to your native language

For Content Creators

  • Create blog posts from video content
  • Extract quotes for social media posts
  • Add SEO-rich descriptions to videos

With AI Tools

  • Generate concise summaries instantly
  • Create quiz questions from content
  • Extract key information automatically

Creative Ways to Use YouTube Transcripts

For Learning & Research

  • Generate study guides from educational videos
  • Extract key points from lectures and tutorials
  • Ask AI tools specific questions about video content

For Content Creation

  • Create engaging infographics from video content
  • Extract quotes for newsletters and email campaigns
  • Create shareable memes using memorable quotes

Power Up with AI Integration

Combine YouTube transcripts with AI tools like ChatGPT for powerful content analysis and creation:

Generate SummariesCreate QuizzesExtract Key PointsAnswer Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tool really free?

Yes! YouTube2Transcript is completely free. No hidden fees, no registration needed, and no credit card required.

Can I translate the transcript to other languages?

Absolutely! You can translate subtitles to over 125 languages. After generating the transcript, simply select your desired language from the options.

Is there a limit to video length?

Nope, you can transcribe videos of any length - from short clips to multi-hour lectures.

How do I use the transcript with AI tools?

Simply use the one-click copy button to copy the transcript, then paste it into ChatGPT or your favorite AI tool. Ask the AI to summarize content, extract key points, or create notes.

Coming Soon

Timestamp Navigation

Soon you'll be able to click any part of the transcript to jump to that exact moment in the video.

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