Transcript Tools

Transcript to WebVTT Converter

Convert a timestamped transcript to WebVTT format for use with HTML5 video players, YouTube, and streaming platforms. Outputs a valid .vtt file with proper WEBVTT header and cue syntax.

Text processed locally No audio upload Copy or download result
Plain transcript
Options 2 settings
Max chars/subtitle
Seconds per subtitle

All processing happens in your browser; transcript text is never uploaded

Features

  • Outputs valid WebVTT with WEBVTT header
  • Parses common transcript timestamp formats
  • Handles speaker labels and caption notes
  • Compatible with HTML5 <track> element
  • Download as .vtt file
  • Browser-only

How to use it

  1. Paste your timestamped transcript into the input.
  2. Click Convert.
  3. WebVTT output appears with proper formatting.
  4. Download the .vtt file.

Use cases

  • Creating captions for HTML5 video players
  • Uploading WebVTT to YouTube, Vimeo, or streaming platforms
  • Generating accessible captions for web courses and tutorials

Limitations

  • Timestamp precision is limited to the source transcript's granularity.
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Questions & answers

Frequently asked

What is the difference between SRT and VTT?

VTT uses dot for milliseconds (00:00:00.000) instead of SRT's comma (00:00:00,000) and supports CSS styling, positioning, and voice spans. Most web platforms accept both.