YouTube video to text
YouTube's auto-captions are a jumble of short lines. Paste the link and get proper text instead: full sentences, punctuation and paragraphs that follow the speaker's ideas.
Why people use VideoPDF for YouTube to text
Readable paragraphs
Grouped at natural pauses, like an article rather than subtitles.
Text-only mode
Just the words, at half the price.
20 languages
Translate the transcript into your language.
Copy for AI
One click copies the whole text for ChatGPT, Claude or Notion.
How it works
1. Add your video
Upload a file, or paste a YouTube, Facebook or TikTok link on a paid plan. You see the exact cost before you start.
2. We watch and listen
Speech becomes paragraphs; every scene gives one finished picture. Pick "Text only" if you just need the words.
3. Edit and download
Fix words, swap pictures, translate, then download PDF, Word or Markdown, or share a link.
Questions about YouTube to text
How do I get the text of a YouTube video?
Paste the link on a paid plan, or upload the video file on the free plan, and pick 'Text only' if you don't need pictures.
Can I download the transcript?
Yes. as text, PDF, Word or Markdown.
Does it work for any language?
We detect 99 spoken languages automatically.
How much does it cost?
Free: 5 credits every day for uploads up to 5 minutes. Paid plans start at $4.99/month, and 1 credit ≈ 1 minute of video. See pricing.
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