YouTube Transcript Downloader — TXT, SRT, VTT, PDF & Word
Download the transcript of any YouTube video as a text file, SRT/VTT subtitles, or a polished PDF or Word document — free, instant, works with auto-generated captions, no signup required.
Five Formats, Every Use Case
TXT — plain text
The full timestamped transcript as a text file. Best for reading, quoting, note-taking, and pasting into documents or AI tools.
SRT — SubRip subtitles
The most widely supported subtitle format. Works in VLC, YouTube uploads, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, and almost every player or editor.
VTT — WebVTT subtitles
The web-native subtitle format used by HTML5 video players. Ideal for embedding captions on websites and web apps.
Word — .docx document
A formatted Word document with the video title and bold timestamps — ready for editing, commenting, and sharing with your team.
PDF — print-ready file
A clean, paginated PDF of the full transcript. Great for archiving, printing, citations, and attaching to reports — supports translated transcripts too.
Who uses subtitle downloads?
- Video editors importing captions into Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, or CapCut instead of retyping them.
- Course creators and educators providing accessible caption files alongside embedded lessons.
- Developers adding WebVTT tracks to HTML5 video players.
- Researchers and students archiving exact quotes with timings for citation.
- Translators using an exported SRT as the base file for localized subtitles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I download a YouTube transcript?
Paste the video link above and click Get Transcript. When the transcript appears, click TXT to download it as a text file, or choose SRT, VTT, PDF or Word. The file is named after the video and includes timestamps.
How do I download subtitles from a YouTube video?
Paste the video URL above and click Get Transcript. Once the transcript appears, click the SRT or VTT button to download the subtitles with their original timing, or TXT for plain text.
What is the difference between SRT and VTT?
Both contain the same text and timing. SRT is older and supported almost everywhere (video editors, players, YouTube itself). VTT is the web standard used by HTML5 <track> elements and supports styling. If unsure, choose SRT.
Can I download subtitles in another language?
Yes — after fetching the transcript, use the “Translate to…” menu to switch languages first, then download. The subtitle file will contain the translated text with the original timing.
Do downloads work for auto-generated captions?
Yes. If a video only has YouTube’s automatic captions, we use those — so nearly every public video with speech can be exported.
Can I download a YouTube transcript as a PDF or Word document?
Yes. After fetching the transcript, use the Word or PDF buttons. Word gives you an editable .docx with bold timestamps; PDF gives you a clean, paginated document — both named after the video and both work for translated transcripts.
Is there a limit on video length or number of downloads?
No hard limits for normal use. Very long videos simply take a few extra seconds to process.
Just need the text? Use the YouTube Transcript Generator — or translate captions first with the Transcript Translator.