YouTube to Text
Transcribe YouTube Videos Free
Turn any YouTube video into a text transcript or SRT subtitle file. Free, no signup. Download the audio or video file, then upload it to Mictoo.
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Works for any YouTube video
Tutorials, podcasts, interviews, lectures, vlogs — any video where speech is clear. Languages auto-detected, 50+ supported.
SRT for captions
After transcription you can download a ready-to-use .srt subtitle file. Upload it to YouTube Studio to add accurate captions to your own videos in seconds.
Repurpose into content
Turn a video into a blog post, show notes, social media quotes, or a script for translation. The transcript is fully editable in the browser.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get audio from a YouTube video?
For your own videos: open YouTube Studio → Content → click the video → Download. For third-party videos, your options depend on the video license and YouTube's Terms of Service. Many users download their own content first, then upload here.
Can Mictoo download from a YouTube URL directly?
No — to respect YouTube's Terms of Service and the rights of creators, Mictoo does not fetch from URLs. Upload an audio or video file you already have the right to transcribe.
How do I add Mictoo subtitles to my YouTube video?
After transcription, click "Download .srt" to get a subtitle file. In YouTube Studio: open the video → Subtitles → Add Language → Upload file → choose the .srt. Captions sync automatically.
Will the transcription work for non-English YouTube videos?
Yes. Mictoo auto-detects the spoken language and supports 50+ languages including Spanish, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, and more. Set the language manually if auto-detection picks wrong.
What is the maximum video size?
Up to 25 MB per upload. A 25-minute audio export at 128 kbps fits. For longer videos, extract just the audio track (M4A is most efficient) or split the file into shorter parts.
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