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Free YouTube Transcript Generator with Timestamps

Paste any YouTube URL → get an accurate transcript with clickable timestamps in seconds. Free forever plan. No credit card. No sign-up needed to try the first 2 minutes.

We'll show you the first ~2 minutes instantly. Sign in free to see the full transcript and export SRT/TXT.

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How to get a YouTube transcript

1

Paste the YouTube URL

Copy any YouTube link — Shorts, long-form videos, or unlisted uploads you own.

2

Pick your language

Auto-detect or choose from 50+ supported languages, including translation.

3

Export TXT, SRT, or JSON

Download the full transcript with timestamps or copy it straight to your clipboard.

Why creators choose EasyTranscripts

Fast

Most videos transcribe in under a minute — even hour-long uploads.

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Accurate

AI speech recognition with punctuation and speaker-aware formatting.

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Free forever

10 free transcriptions each month — no credit card required.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a YouTube transcript for free?

Yes. EasyTranscripts gives every account 10 free YouTube transcriptions per month with timestamps, TXT/SRT/JSON export, and no credit card required.

Does it work on YouTube Shorts and long videos?

Yes. Shorts, standard videos, and long-form uploads (podcasts, lectures, streams) all work.

Can I get timestamps in the transcript?

Every transcript includes clickable timestamps and can be exported as SRT for subtitles.

Is it better than YouTube's auto-generated captions?

Our AI transcription adds proper punctuation, casing, and paragraph breaks, and works in 50+ languages including translation.

Ready to generate your first YouTube transcript?

Free, no credit card, ready in under a minute.