Free YouTube Transcript Extractor
We extract only text captions from publicly available videos — no video or audio files are hosted, copied, or redistributed.
Transform YouTube videos, playlists, and channels into searchable transcripts. Download in multiple formats with just one click.
E.g: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...
How It Works
Extract YouTube transcripts in three simple steps
Input URL
Paste your YouTube video, playlist, or channel URL into our simple interface
Process Extraction
Our system extracts and processes the transcripts from YouTube captions
Powerful Features
Everything you need to extract and work with YouTube transcripts efficiently
Bulk Extraction
Process up to 100 videos per job — you can bulk extract transcripts from playlists and channels
Multiple Formats
Export as TXT, JSON, CSV, SRT, VTT — or learn how to convert YouTube video to text in one click
Accurate Transcripts
Manual subtitles are ~99% accurate; auto-generated captions vary by source
Privacy First
Your data is processed securely and never sold or shared
API Access
Integrate transcript extraction into your app with our REST API documentation
Custom Options
Customize output format, timestamps, and metadata inclusion
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Choose the perfect plan for your transcript extraction needs
Buy once, use anytime. 1 transcript = 1 credit — see full pricing
Free
$0
Extract a transcript from one video at a time.
Starter
$3.99
Ideal for students or hobbyists
Pro
$7.99
Perfect for professionals & content creators
Business
$19.99
Best for powerusers, agencies & teams
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about GetTranscript and YouTube transcript extraction
How does GetTranscript work?
GetTranscript is a text export tool for YouTube captions. It scans the selected video, playlist, or channel, and retrieves available subtitles (manual or auto-generated), then converts them into readable formats. You can easily transcribe video to text and download results in .srt, .txt, .csv, .json, or .vtt.
Can I use this tool to get transcripts from private or unlisted videos?
Currently, GetTranscript supports only public YouTube videos. Due to security and privacy reasons, extracting transcripts from unlisted or private videos is not available — they require direct authentication by the video owner.
Do I need a YouTube API key to use GetTranscript?
No, you don't need to worry about YouTube API keys. Our system manages all technical communication with YouTube in the background. Simply paste your video URL, channel, or playlist, and we'll handle the rest — a true no-code solution to transcribe from YouTube.
How fast is the transcript extraction process?
Transcription of a single video typically takes just a few seconds. For larger jobs — like full playlists or channels — processing time depends on the number of videos. For example, ~100 videos may take around 1 minute.
What happens if a video doesn't have any captions?
If the video has no subtitles at all (neither uploaded nor auto-generated), GetTranscript will automatically skip it during processing. This helps save time and resources, especially in bulk mode.
How accurate are the transcripts?
Transcript accuracy depends on the source:
• Manual subtitles added by video creators: ~99% accurate.
• Auto-generated captions by YouTube: varies based on sound quality, accents, background noise, and speech clarity.
What features are included in the Free Plan?
With the free version of GetTranscript, you can download subtitle files from YouTube one video at a time. You can export transcripts in Markdown, srt, .txt, .csv, .json, or .vtt — perfect for personal or occasional use.
How much does GetTranscript cost?
• Single video transcription is free.
• Bulk transcription (e.g. playlists, full channels) uses a credit-based system: 1 video = 1 credit
The credit package allows for the processing of an unlimited number of videos — an ideal solution for content creators, researchers, and agencies requiring high-volume text export from YouTube.
Which formats can I export transcripts in?
You can export your YouTube transcription as:
• .srt (SubRip for subtitles)
• .txt (plain text)
• .csv (spreadsheet format)
• .json (for developers)
• .vtt (for web video platforms)
How do I get a transcription of a YouTube video?
It's easy:
1. Copy the link to the video, channel, or playlist.
2. Paste it into GetTranscript.app.
3. Choose your format and hit "Download".
Whether you're looking to extract subtitle file from YouTube or just need to transcribe from YouTube for a blog, podcast, or research — it's all automatic, no coding or setup needed.
Ready to Extract Your First Transcript?
Extract a transcript from any public YouTube video — free, no registration required.