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Generate editable SRT & VTT captions in your browser

Fast, privacy-forward captioning for creators and teams. Upload MP4/MOV/MKV or paste a public link, then edit speaker names, refine timestamps, translate, and export platform-ready SRT or VTT files — no install required.

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Export formats

SRT · VTT

Download files ready for YouTube, Vimeo, or video editors

Editor

Inline transcript editor

Rename speakers, merge cues, adjust timestamps before export

Workflow

Browser-based

Upload local files or paste public URLs — no desktop install

Quick overview

What this tool does

A free, in‑browser subtitle generator that converts spoken audio into editable captions. The tool detects language automatically, separates speakers when possible, and produces download-ready SRT or VTT files. Use platform-aware presets to format cues for TikTok/Reels, long-form content, or accessibility use cases.

  • Transcribe uploads (MP4, MOV, MKV, MP3, WAV, M4A) or public video links (YouTube, Vimeo).
  • Inline editor to correct text, punctuation, and timestamps before export.
  • Options to add speaker labels, sound descriptions (e.g., [MUSIC]), and translation layers.

Features creators care about

Key features

Designed to remove manual captioning bottlenecks while giving control to editors and accessibility coordinators.

Editable transcript editor

Correct words, rename speakers, split or merge cues, and adjust timestamps without leaving the browser.

  • Inline playback synced to text
  • Snap cues to silence for cleaner breaks
  • Merge consecutive segments by the same speaker

Multi-format export

Export standard SRT or WebVTT files with optional styling markers for VTT.

  • Platform-ready presets for social (short lines) or long-form
  • Timestamps accurate to 0.1s for editor workflows

Translation & language detection

Auto-detect source language and optionally translate captions while preserving timestamps.

  • Mark machine-translated text for quick review
  • Export translated SRT/VTT alongside original cues

Speaker separation & labels

Detect multiple participants and add speaker names or generic labels (Host/Guest/Speaker 1).

  • Merge short adjacent cues from the same speaker
  • Optional removal of filler words

Social caption presets

Break long cues into short, readable lines optimized for TikTok and Instagram Reels.

  • Max characters per line presets
  • Ensure readable timing and minimum lead-in for accessibility

Privacy-forward processing

Clear export-first workflow: files are processed for transcription and exposed for download — review the privacy notes below for details.

  • No desktop software required
  • Controls for review and deletion of processed items

What you can upload

Supported sources & formats

Work with common media types and public links to fit creator and production workflows.

  • Local files: MP4, MOV, MKV, MP3, WAV, M4A
  • Public video URLs: YouTube, Vimeo, and embeddable links
  • Recorded meeting exports from Zoom/Teams (MP4/M4A)
  • Podcast audio files, RSS-hosted media, and clip formats used by TikTok/Instagram

Ready-to-use prompts

Practical prompt examples for editors

Use these prompt patterns in the editor or batch workflow to get predictable subtitle outputs.

Generate an SRT from a video

Take a video URL or uploaded MP4, transcribe the spoken audio, and produce an SRT with short cues and speaker labels.

  • 2-line max per cue
  • Timestamps to nearest 0.1s
  • Include speaker labels for multi-voice recordings

Create VTT with styling markers

Output a WebVTT file with class names for speaker names and italicized sound descriptions.

  • Add <c.speaker> tags for bold names
  • Wrap sound cues like [APPLAUSE] in italics

Translate and keep timing

Translate English subtitles to Spanish while preserving timestamps and flagging machine-translated lines for review.

  • Preserve cue breaks
  • Mark translated text as 'MT — review'

Shorten captions for social

Convert long captions into 1–2 line captions optimized for TikTok (short max line length) and keep original timing.

  • Max 32 characters per line preset
  • Break longer cues into smaller segments automatically

Who this helps

Common use cases

The generator suits a range of creators and teams that need fast, editable captions.

  • YouTubers preparing uploads with accurate SRT files
  • Social media managers formatting readable short-form captions
  • Podcasters converting episodes into searchable transcripts
  • Educators adding accessibility captions to lessons
  • Freelance editors and small studios exporting files into NLEs

From source to captions

How it fits into your workflow

Use the generator as a one-off captioning tool or integrate the exported files into an editor or CMS. The process is designed to be transparent and reviewable before any files are downloaded.

  • Transcribe → edit → export SRT/VTT → import into your platform
  • Choose social presets when producing clips for TikTok/Instagram
  • Translate and keep a copy of the original transcript for SEO

Security and handling

Privacy & storage notes

Processing is performed to produce captions for download. Users should review the privacy disclosure available on the site for retention and deletion controls. The tool emphasizes an export-first workflow and gives explicit options to delete processed files after export.

  • Files are processed for transcription and made available for download
  • Review or delete processed items from the session before leaving
  • Avoid uploading sensitive material unless you have confirmed the retention controls

FAQ

What file types and input sources can I use with the free subtitle generator?

Upload common local media (MP4, MOV, MKV, MP3, WAV, M4A) or paste public video URLs such as YouTube and Vimeo. Meeting exports from Zoom/Teams and podcast episode files are also supported.

How do I export captions for YouTube, Vimeo, or social platforms (SRT vs VTT)?

Choose SRT for broad compatibility with YouTube and many editors. Use WebVTT when you need styling markers or platform-specific features. The tool provides presets that format cue length and breaks for social or long-form uploads.

Can I edit timestamps and speaker names before downloading subtitles?

Yes. The inline transcript editor lets you correct text, rename detected speakers, split or merge cues, and adjust timestamps prior to export.

How accurate are automated captions with noisy or multi‑speaker audio, and how can I improve transcripts?

Accuracy depends on audio quality and overlap. To improve results, provide clearer audio (use a direct feed or higher bitrate), remove background noise where possible, and use the editor to correct speaker labels and punctuation after automatic transcription.

Does the tool translate captions to other languages and preserve timing?

Yes. You can translate captions while preserving timestamps. Machine-translated lines are marked for review so editors can verify accuracy before exporting.

Is there a batch mode for generating subtitles for multiple files at once?

The free in-browser tool focuses on single-file workflows. For batch processing and folder exports, check our product pages to see available paid or enterprise options (see /pricing).

What controls are there for social media caption formatting (line length, font-readability)?

Use the social presets to limit characters per line and break cues into short, readable segments. You can further fine-tune cue timing and spacing in the editor to ensure readability on mobile devices.

How does the free tool differ from Texta’s paid subtitle and monitoring features?

The free generator provides in‑browser transcription, editing, and export for individual files. Paid offerings expand to batch processing, integrations, persistent project storage, monitoring, and team workflows — see /pricing for details.

What privacy and storage policies apply to files uploaded to the subtitle tool?

The tool uses a processing workflow that surfaces captions for review and export. Users should consult the site privacy disclosure for details on retention, deletion controls, and any account-based storage options.

How do I use the generated SRT/VTT with a video editor or CMS?

Download the SRT or VTT file and import it into your editor (Premiere, Final Cut, DaVinci) or upload to your CMS or platform (YouTube accepts SRT). For VTT styling, import according to your platform’s VTT support and verify cue timing in playback.

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