Download a YouTube transcript
Save the transcript of a YouTube video as a .txt file, free. Keep the timestamps or switch them off first: the file follows what you see on screen. Basic and Pro can also download SRT and VTT subtitle files.
How to use it
- 1Paste the YouTube link and select Get transcript.
- 2Choose whether to show timestamps. The download follows what you see.
- 3Select Download TXT to save the file.
Example: what the TXT file looks like
A file downloaded from a short example video about making coffee, with timestamps on. The first lines are the video title and its YouTube link, so the file stays tied to its source.
How to make good coffee at home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=… [0:00] Good coffee needs three things: fresh beans, clean water and a little time. [0:09] Heat the water until it is hot, but not boiling. [0:21] Pour a little water on the coffee first, then wait 30 seconds. [0:58] Now pour the rest slowly, in small circles. [1:31] After about three minutes, your coffee is ready.
What is in the file
The video title and link come first, then one line of text per caption. With timestamps on, each line starts with its time, such as [0:58]. With timestamps off, the lines hold the words alone. The file name is the video title.
SRT and VTT subtitle files
Basic and Pro can also download the transcript as an SRT or VTT file, with every caption's start and end time kept, ready for a video editor or player. If you already have a VTT file, the free VTT to SRT converter changes it to SRT in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
How do I download a YouTube transcript?
Paste the video link, select Get transcript, and then select Download TXT. The file is saved to your device.
Can I extract the transcript without downloading a file?
Yes. Select Copy instead of Download TXT and the whole transcript goes to your clipboard, ready to paste into a document or an AI chat.
Can I download it without timestamps?
Yes. Turn off the Timestamps switch before you download and the file will contain only the text.
Can I download it as SRT or VTT?
Yes, with a Basic or Pro plan. The subtitle file keeps each caption's start and end time. Without a paid plan you can still download the TXT file.
Can I download the transcript of any video?
Any public video that has captions, whether written by the uploader or generated automatically. Private or age-restricted videos and videos without captions cannot be downloaded.
Is this allowed?
The transcript is the video's own caption text, and you are responsible for how you use it. Respect the creator's rights, and quote with credit. QueryTube is independent and not affiliated with YouTube.
Is it free?
Yes. TXT downloads are free for up to 3 YouTube videos a day without an account. Basic and Pro have no daily limit.