YouTube video to text

Paste the link, pick the language, get a transcript with timestamps. Then generate chapters you can paste into the video description.

  • Works with public videos and unlisted links
  • Chapters as YouTube timecodes
  • Summary and key points for show notes
  • Respect the creator's rights: use transcripts for your own content and research
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Frequently asked questions

Which file formats can I transcribe?

Audio: MP3, M4A, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, Opus, WMA, AIFF. Video: MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV, AVI, MPEG. You can also paste a YouTube or direct media link.

How accurate is the transcription?

It depends on audio quality, language and the provider you choose. Clear speech in a major European language usually needs only light proofreading; noisy rooms, heavy accents and overlapping speakers need more. Custom vocabulary and the editor make fixing names fast.

Which languages are supported?

Transcription in 98+ languages including English, German, French, Spanish, Polish, Russian, Italian, Dutch and Portuguese. The interface is available in 25 languages.

Can I use Windows speech to text instead?

Windows speech to text (Windows key + H) types what you say into the text field you are in, which is handy for short notes. It cannot transcribe a recording you already have. For audio and video files, open Audiotexta in any browser on Windows and upload the file.

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