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Every tool runs on the same transcript, so you can go from a 60-minute video to notes you can use without watching it twice.
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How do I get the transcript of a YouTube video?
Copy the video link from YouTube (Share → Copy link), paste it into the box at the top of this page and click “Get transcript”. The text appears in a few seconds with timestamps.
Why does a video say it has no transcript?
yttranscription.com reads the captions published on YouTube, either uploaded by the creator or auto-generated. If a video has no captions at all, or is private, members-only or age-restricted, there is nothing to extract.
Which languages are supported?
Every caption language available on the video, which you can switch from the language menu. The AI tools can also answer in, or translate into, 17 popular languages.
Does it work with YouTube Shorts and live streams?
Yes. Paste a normal watch link, a youtu.be short link, a Shorts link or a past live stream link. Shorts and streams need captions just like regular videos.
Can I download subtitles as SRT?
Yes. After extracting, use the Download buttons to save the transcript as .txt, .srt, .vtt (subtitle formats) or .md (Markdown notes).
How accurate are the AI summaries?
Summaries, key points and answers are generated only from the transcript, so they are as accurate as the captions. Auto-generated captions can contain mistakes, so double-check important details.
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