How to Extract YouTube Transcripts

A comprehensive guide to extracting transcripts from YouTube videos using TranscriptX.

Quick Start Guide

TranscriptX makes it incredibly easy to extract transcripts from any YouTube video. Follow these simple steps to get started.

1

Copy the YouTube URL

Navigate to the YouTube video you want to extract. Copy the full URL from your browser's address bar or use the Share button to get a short link.

2

Paste into TranscriptX

Go to the TranscriptX homepage or dashboard. Paste the URL into the search bar at the top of the page.

3

Click Extract

Press the Extract button and wait a few seconds. Our system will process the video and retrieve the transcript.

4

View and Download

Once extracted, you can view the transcript on screen, toggle timestamps on or off, and download it in your preferred format (TXT, JSON, SRT, or VTT).

Extraction Methods

1. Web Interface (No Login Required for Trial)

The simplest method for casual users. Paste a YouTube URL on our homepage and instantly view the transcript. Perfect for one-off extractions.

2. Dashboard (Requires Login)

For regular users who need to track extraction history, manage credits, and access bulk extraction tools. Sign up for free to get started.

3. API Integration (For Developers)

Integrate transcript extraction directly into your applications. Perfect for automation, bulk processing, and custom workflows.

Supported Formats

  • Plain Text (.txt)

    Clean transcript without timestamps, ideal for reading and basic text processing.

  • JSON (.json)

    Structured data with timestamps and metadata, perfect for developers and data analysis.

  • SubRip (.srt)

    Standard subtitle format compatible with most video players and editors.

  • WebVTT (.vtt)

    Web-optimized subtitle format for HTML5 video players.

Tips for Best Results

  • Make sure the video has captions enabled (auto-generated or manual)
  • For multiple videos, consider using our playlist extraction feature
  • Use timestamps to navigate to specific parts of long videos
  • Download transcripts in multiple formats for different use cases
  • Check our FAQ if you encounter videos without available transcripts