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Convert Video to Text

Upload a video and get a transcript of everything that is said.
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Video to Text, Step by Step

  1. Upload your video file - drag it into the box above or click to pick it from your device.
  2. Choose the spoken language - or leave it on "Auto" and the language is detected for you.
  3. Click Transcribe - the speech in the video is turned into text, usually within a few minutes.
  4. Copy or download the text - as TXT, DOCX, PDF, Markdown or JSON, or as SRT/VTT subtitle files for your video.

Nothing to install, and no account needed to try it.

Supported Formats

Video you can upload: MP4, MOV (including iPhone videos), WEBM, MPEG and other common formats. Only the sound is transcribed - the picture is ignored.

Text you get back: plain text (TXT), Word (DOCX), PDF, Markdown, JSON, and subtitle files (SRT, VTT).

Turn a Video Into Subtitles

Download the result as SRT or VTT to get subtitles with a start and end time for every line. Both formats can be uploaded to YouTube as captions, imported into most video editors, and opened in video players such as VLC alongside the video.

Video Files Are Large - Upload Just the Audio

A video file is mostly picture, so it is often many times larger than the same recording as audio only. If your video is over the size limit or uploads slowly, upload only its audio instead - the transcript is exactly the same:

  • Zoom: local recordings save a separate audio-only M4A file next to the MP4 - upload that one.
  • Other videos: export or convert the video to MP3 or M4A with a video editor or a converter such as VLC, then upload the audio file.

Limitations

  • Spoken words only. Text that is shown on screen, and anything else visible in the video, is not included.
  • Guest limits. Without an account there is a daily limit and a maximum file size and length. A free account removes the daily limit and allows larger and longer files - see Pricing for the exact numbers.
  • Save your transcript. We don't keep a copy (see below), so copy or download it before you leave the page.

Privacy: What Happens to Your Video

Your video file is deleted immediately after it has been transcribed. We don't store your files or your transcripts - the text is sent back only to your browser. The file's name may appear in our hosting provider's technical logs, which are deleted automatically after about a day. See our Privacy Policy for the full details.

Video to Text: Common Questions

Can I transcribe a video recorded on my phone?

Yes. iPhones save videos as MOV and most Android phones as MP4 - both can be uploaded directly. For long recordings, see the tip above about uploading just the audio.

Can I transcribe a meeting or webinar recording?

Yes - upload the recording file, for example the MP4 (or the smaller M4A audio file) that Zoom saves.

Can I transcribe a YouTube video?

Only if you have the video file itself, for example your own video as you uploaded it. Links can't be pasted.

Is the transcript translated?

No. The transcript is in the language that is spoken in the video. Over 100 languages are supported, including English, German, Spanish, French and Russian.

Upload your video file

Only have an audio recording? See Audio to Text. More questions? See the FAQ below or go to the Quick Transcribe homepage.

Why Choose Quick Transcribe?

High Accuracy

Powered by state-of-the-art Whisper AI technology for precise transcriptions

Multiple Languages

Support for 100+ languages with automatic language detection

Secure & Private

Your files are processed securely and deleted after transcription

Fast Processing

Get your transcriptions in minutes, not hours

Free Sign-Up Bonus

Create a free account and get 60 free credits, plus no guest limits

Pricing

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  • 3 transcriptions per 12 hours
  • Upload files up to 128MB
  • Up to 60 min per file
  • No account needed

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≈ 59 min of transcription

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  • No rate limits
  • No limit on file duration
  • Upload files up to 512MB
  • Full credit & purchase history in your dashboard

100 Credits

€1.00

≈ 99 min of transcription

One-time purchase, no subscription

  • No rate limits
  • No limit on file duration
  • Upload files up to 512MB
  • Full credit & purchase history in your dashboard

250 Credits

€2.00
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≈ 249 min of transcription

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  • No rate limits
  • No limit on file duration
  • Upload files up to 512MB
  • Full credit & purchase history in your dashboard

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quick Transcribe really free?

Yes! You can transcribe files for free as a guest or with your free signup credits - no payment required to get started. Need more? You can buy additional credits any time (see Pricing above). If you find it valuable, you can also optionally support the project through our "Buy me a coffee" link to help with server costs and development.

Do I need to register or create an account?

No, you can start using Quick Transcribe right away as a guest, with no account required. Guests are limited to 3 transcriptions per 12 hours and files up to 60 min long. Creating a free account removes those limits (no file duration limit once signed in) and gives you 60 free credits (up to 59 minutes of transcription) to start.

How many credits does a transcription cost?

Each transcription costs a flat 1 credit request fee, plus 1 credit per minute of audio, rounded to the nearest minute.

What audio & video formats are supported?

Quick Transcribe supports all major audio & video formats including WAV, MP3, MP4, FLAC, WEBM, MPEG, M4A, OPUS, MOV, and more.

How accurate are the transcriptions?

Our transcriptions are powered by OpenAI's Whisper model, which provides industry-leading accuracy. Quality depends on audio clarity, but typically achieves 95%+ accuracy for clear recordings.

What languages are supported?

We support over 100 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi and many more.

Is my data secure?

Yes, your privacy is our priority. Your files are processed securely by our cloud provider and deleted immediately after your transcription is delivered. We don't keep your files or transcriptions, and we don't share them with anyone else. See our Privacy Policy for details.

How long does transcription take?

Processing time depends on file length and server load, but most files are transcribed within minutes. Longer files may take proportionally more time.

Can I edit the transcription?

You can copy the transcription text and edit it in any text editor. We also provide download functionality to save the transcription as a text file.

What's the maximum file size?

Guests can upload audio and video files up to 128MB. Sign up to upload files up to 512MB. For larger files, consider compressing the file or splitting it into smaller segments.