What types of subtitles can I download?

You can download both manually created subtitles (added by the video creator) and auto-generated captions (created by YouTube's speech recognition). The tool will show you all available subtitle tracks for each video.

What is the difference between SRT, VTT, and TXT formats?

SRT (SubRip) is the most widely supported subtitle format, compatible with most video players. VTT (WebVTT) is the web standard format used in HTML5 video. TXT is plain text without timestamps, useful for reading or text analysis.

Why are there no subtitles for some videos?

Some YouTube videos don't have subtitles at all — neither manually added by the creator nor auto-generated by YouTube. This typically happens with short videos, music videos, or videos in languages not supported by YouTube's auto-captioning.

Is it free to use this tool?

Yes, our YouTube Subtitle Downloader is completely free to use. There are no hidden charges, no sign-up required, and no download limits.

Can I use the downloaded subtitles for my own videos?

The downloaded subtitles are the intellectual property of the original video creator. You may use them for personal purposes such as language learning or accessibility. For commercial use, please ensure you have appropriate permissions.

Do you support downloading subtitles from YouTube Shorts?

Yes, our tool supports all YouTube video formats including regular videos, Shorts, and embedded videos. Simply paste the URL and we'll extract any available subtitles.

What encoding are the subtitle files in?

All subtitle files are exported in UTF-8 encoding, which supports characters from virtually all languages including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and more.

What software can I use to open SRT or VTT files?

SRT and VTT files can be opened with any text editor (Notepad, VS Code, etc.). For playback with video, use VLC, PotPlayer, or any modern video player. You can also import them into video editing software like Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or CapCut.

YouTube Subtitle Downloader

Download Captions & Subtitles in SRT, VTT, TXT

Extract and download subtitles from any YouTube video for free. Supports manual captions and auto-generated subtitles in multiple languages.

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Available Subtitles

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How to Download YouTube Subtitles

Copy Video Link

Open the YouTube video you want subtitles for and copy the video URL from the address bar or share button.

Get Subtitle List

Paste the YouTube video URL into the input box above and click the "Get Subtitles" button to fetch all available subtitles.

Download Subtitles

Choose your preferred language and download format (SRT, VTT, or TXT). Click the format button to download the subtitle file instantly.

Key Features

Multiple Languages

Download subtitles in any language available for the video, including both original captions and auto-generated translations.

Multiple Formats

Export subtitles in SRT, VTT, or plain text (TXT) format. Compatible with all major video players and editing software.

Free & Unlimited

Our YouTube subtitle downloader is completely free to use with no hidden fees, no watermarks, and no download limits.

Privacy Safe

We don't store any video data or subtitle files. All processing happens in real-time with no data retained on our servers.

Auto-Generated Subtitles

Access and download YouTube's auto-generated captions even when the creator hasn't manually added subtitles to their video.

Cross-Platform

Works on any device and browser — desktop, tablet, or mobile. No software installation or browser extension needed.

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