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Get a transcript for your video, instantly. Turn any video into written content in just one click – no credit card required.

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Instantly get an audio or video transcription in one click

This transcript generator transcribes audio and video files for you to find highlights, quotes, and written content 10x faster. Increase your reach across all social media platforms when you get your video transcription in seconds and turn your video into a blog, article, or social media post in. With Kapwing's AI transcription service, you're guaranteed accurate transcripts for both video and audio files.

Automatically transcribe video files and start editing

Explore 100+ video editing tools that help you speed up your creative process. Try AI-powered tools like Trim with Transcript to edit video like editing Google Docs or Smart Cut to automatically remove silences in your audio and video files.

Transcribe audio for interviews, meetings, and more

Get all the details down as written text to recall certain moments in a meeting accurately. Download text files of your audio and videos as .TXT, .SRT, or .VTT files to skim through important calls seamlessly.

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How to Get an Automatic Transcription Instantly

How to Get an Automatic Transcription Instantly
  1. Upload video or audio

    Drag and drop a video or audio file to upload, or paste a URL link from YouTube, Google Photos, etc.


  2. Transcribe video or audio

    Open the "Transcript" tab and select the language you want your transcription to be in. Then, click "Generate transcript."

  3. Download video transcription

    Once your video is finished transcribing, click the download icon (a downwards-pointing arrow), and download a .VTT, .TXT, or .SRT file for your video transcription.

Get an accurate audio or video transcription every time

In just one click, turn video and audio into text online. This online transcription tool automatically transcribes any audio or video file you upload with the option to translate your transcription to 70+ languages around the world.



AI-powered tools to speed up your creative process

Power up your video and audio editing toolkit with over 100 editing tools to choose from. Turn your video transcriptions into voiceovers with text-to-speech or simply generate a voice over for the video itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a video transcript?

A video transcript is a video translated into text by using automatic speech recognition technology. In other words, it's the text version of a video. Most people use video transcripts to generate subtitles, create captions, and practice web accessibility. Without a transcript, viewers solely need to rely on their visual and auditory skills.

Is there a free transcription app?

Kapwing is an online transcription app you can use completely in your browser—no credit card required. Get video or audio transcriptions in just a few clicks without having to download any transcribing software.

What website can transcribe video to text?

The best website that transcribes video to text is Kapwing, the online video editor. Rated 4.9 stars with 5,000+ reviews, Kapwing gives you everything you need to transcribe video to text. From video translations to text-to-speech, choose from 100+ video editing tools to use completely online.

What's different about Kapwing?

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