Video to SRT converter

Turn any video or MP4 into an SRT file with AI. Every line is timed to the speech, and you can fix any word before you download.

Drop a video or audio fileMP4 · MOV · MKV · WEBM · MP3
  • Timed to every word
  • 100 languages
  • Edit before you download
  • SRT, VTT & TXT
sample-video.srt
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00:00:00,400 --> 00:00:02,380
Hey, welcome back to the channel
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00:00:02,560 --> 00:00:04,540
Here's how to caption any video
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00:00:04,720 --> 00:00:06,370
in just a few seconds
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00:00:06,550 --> 00:00:09,520
It turns your speech into text, word by word
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00:00:09,700 --> 00:00:13,000
Pick a style and fix any word in one click
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00:00:13,180 --> 00:00:15,490
then translate it, or show two languages
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00:00:15,670 --> 00:00:17,650
Export it and you are done
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Video to SRT converters compared

The only video to SRT converter that lets you edit and translate your subtitles, download SRT, VTT and TXT, and keep your video private.

What each video to SRT converter’s free plan includes
Free planEdit before downloadFree translationSRT, VTT & TXTVideo stays private
Captions Generator✓✓✓✓
Transcriptly✓✕–✕
VoiceCheap✓✓✕✕
AudioScribe✕✕✓✕
Happy ScribeOne-time 10-min trial✕✕✕✕
Uniscribe✓✓✓✕
Zamzar✕✕✓✕
Clideo✓✓✕✕
Fast Transcriber✓✕✕✕

✓ On the free plan✕ Paid or trial only– Not stated on their website

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What’s in an SRT file

11200:00:00,400 --> 00:00:02,3803Hey, welcome back to the channel4(blank line)2
  1. NumberThe line’s place in the file.
  2. TimingWhen it appears and disappears, to the millisecond.
  3. TextWhat’s said, on one or two lines.
  4. Blank lineEnds the line, before the next number.

Use your SRT anywhere

  • YouTube
  • Vimeo
  • Premiere Pro
  • VLC
  • Any editor or player

Why use this SRT generator

Timed to every word

Each line starts and ends right when it’s spoken.

Fix it before you download

Correct names and words in the editor first.

Translate the SRT

Get the same file in 100+ languages, free.

Never uploadedOnly you see it

Your video stays private

Your video is never uploaded, so no one else can see it. Only the audio is sent to make subtitles, and we don’t keep it.

How to convert a video (MP4) to SRT

  1. 1UploadDrop your video in the box above.
  2. 2CheckFix any word you need to.
  3. 3DownloadClick Export and pick .srt.

Tips for a more accurate SRT

  • Keep the voice clearLess background music and noise means fewer mistakes.
  • Upload the original fileNot a screen recording or a re-recorded copy.
  • Check names and brand wordsFix any the AI got wrong before you download.
  • Wrong language?Pick the right one in the editor’s Text tab to transcribe again.

Simple pricing

Free

$0

Free account

  • Edit videos up to 90 minutes
  • Export videos up to 3 minutes
  • 30 minutes of captions a month
  • No watermark, 1080p export
  • 7 caption styles, any font and color
  • SRT, VTT and TXT downloads
  • Upload audio or SRT files
  • Translation into 100+ languages
More on the free subtitle generator →
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Pro

$4.92/month

Billed $59 yearly · Cancel anytime

  • Everything in Free, plus
  • Videos up to 90 minutes
  • Unlimited AI captions
  • Exports up to 4K
  • All 18 styles: karaoke, word highlight and more
  • Bilingual captions
  • AI keyword highlights
  • Custom fonts and saved styles

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Frequently asked questions

Is it free?

Yes. A free account downloads SRT files for videos up to 3 minutes long, with 30 minutes of subtitles a month and no card. Pro downloads SRT for videos up to 90 minutes.

Can I convert MP4 to SRT?

Yes. Drop the MP4 in the box above, check the text, then click Export and pick .srt.

How long can my video be?

Up to 90 minutes. You can turn any video that long into subtitles and edit them for free; downloading the SRT is free for videos up to 3 minutes.

Which video formats work?

MP4, MOV and WebM videos (MKV in Chrome or Edge), and audio files such as MP3, WAV and M4A.

Can I edit the subtitles before downloading?

Yes. Fix any word, merge or split lines, then download the SRT.

Can I get VTT or TXT instead?

Yes. The same export gives you SRT, VTT for web players, or a plain-text TXT transcript.

Can I translate the SRT?

Yes. Translate your subtitles into 100+ languages for free, then download the translated SRT.

Can it pull existing subtitles out of an MP4 or MKV?

No. It turns the speech in your video into new subtitles. It doesn’t read subtitle tracks already inside the file.

What’s the difference between an SRT file and burned-in captions?

An SRT is a separate file that viewers can switch on or off. Burned-in captions are drawn into the video itself. You can make both here.

Do I need an account?

Yes, and it’s free. Sign up with Google or your email in a few seconds, no card needed.

What’s the best video to SRT converter?

Captions Generator. It’s the only one that lets you edit and translate your subtitles and download SRT, VTT and TXT, and your video never leaves your device.

Generate an SRT file from your video

Free for videos up to 3 minutes. No watermark, no card.