Instagram transcript generator
Paste a link to a public Instagram Reel or video post. We transcribe what is said into text with timestamps, ready to read, search, copy or download.
How to use it
- 1Sign in with a free account, then copy the link of a public Reel or video post.
- 2Paste the link into the box and select Get transcript.
- 3Wait while we transcribe the audio, then read, copy or download the text.
Example: an Instagram Reel transcript
What the text of a short travel Reel looks like, with the time each line was said.
[0:00] Here is how to spend one day in Lisbon on a budget. [0:05] Start early at the viewpoint before the crowds arrive. [0:12] Take tram 28 across the old town for the price of a bus ticket. [0:20] End the day at the riverside, where the sunset is free.
How it works
Instagram does not share captions for Reels or videos, so we transcribe the audio with speech-to-text. Most Reels are short, so the text is usually ready in under a minute.
What it costs
Audio transcription uses credits: 1 credit for each started minute of audio. Basic and Pro include monthly credits, and you can buy a credit pack at any time. Failed transcriptions give the credits back.
What people use Instagram transcripts for
Keep the steps of a recipe, tutorial or travel tip as text, quote a creator correctly, write captions or alt text for your own Reels, and search for the one sentence you remember without watching the video again.
Speech in many languages
The spoken language is detected automatically and the transcript is written in that language. Download the subtitles and use the SRT translator to read it in another one.
Frequently asked questions
Which Instagram links work?
Links to public Reels and public video posts, including links with your username in them and links copied from the share button. Photo posts have no audio to transcribe. Stories, private accounts and deleted posts cannot be read.
Why do I need an account?
Transcribing audio costs us real money, so it runs on credits that belong to an account. YouTube transcripts stay free without an account.
How accurate is the text?
Speech-to-text works best on clear speech. Loud music or several people talking at once can cause mistakes, especially with names and brand words.
Can I turn a Reel into subtitles?
Yes. Basic and Pro can download the transcript as SRT or VTT subtitle files for a video editor.
How do I get the transcript of an Instagram Reel?
In Instagram, tap Share and copy the link of the Reel. Paste it into the box above and select Get transcript. The text appears once the audio has been transcribed.
Do I need to log in to Instagram?
No. QueryTube reads public Reels and video posts from their link, so you do not connect your Instagram account.