SRT File Generator — Create Subtitle Files from YouTube Videos
Paste a YouTube link to generate a downloadable SRT subtitle file with timestamps and speaker labels. Free, no signup.
- No account needed
- Timestamps included
- Free to use
How to Create an SRT File from a Video
Generate a standard SRT subtitle file in three simple steps.
Paste the Link
Copy the URL of any YouTube video and paste it into the input field above. We support all YouTube URL formats.
AI Processes Audio
Our AI extracts the audio track and transcribes it with high accuracy. Speaker detection and language identification happen automatically.
Download SRT File
Get the complete SRT subtitle file with timestamps. Click the SRT button to download. Compatible with all video editors.
Why Use SozAI SRT Generator
Generate accurate SRT subtitle files powered by AI. Speaker labels, 99 languages, standard format.
99 Languages
Automatic language detection. English, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic, Korean, Hindi, Russian, and 92 more languages transcribed with high accuracy.
Clickable Timestamps
Every segment has a precise timestamp. Click it to jump to that exact moment in the embedded YouTube player on the result page.
Speaker Detection
AI identifies and labels different speakers. See who said what in interviews, podcasts, lectures, and conversations.
Full-Text Search
Search through the entire transcript instantly. Find the exact word or phrase and jump to where it was said in the video.
Standard SRT Format
Download properly formatted SRT files compatible with Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, VLC, and all major players.
SRT & Markdown Export
Download as SRT for video editors or Markdown for documentation. Every transcript gets a permanent shareable URL.
AI Summary
Get the key takeaways of a long video in a few short paragraphs — generated from the full transcript, not just the title.
Subtitle Export
Download the transcript as an SRT subtitle file with accurate timing — ready for YouTube, editing software, or translation.
Who Uses SRT Subtitle Files
Video editors, content creators, and accessibility teams use SRT files every day.
Video Editors
Import SRT files directly into Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve. Add accurate subtitles to your projects without manual captioning.
YouTubers & Creators
Generate SRT files for your own videos. Upload to YouTube Studio to add proper subtitles. Better accuracy than YouTube auto-captions.
Accessibility Compliance
Create closed captions for video content to meet accessibility requirements. SRT files are the standard format accepted by all platforms.
Online Course Creators
Add subtitles to educational videos on Udemy, Coursera, or your own platform. SRT files import seamlessly into any LMS.
SEO & Marketing
Add transcripts to your website pages to make video content indexable by search engines. Boost organic traffic with text-based content.
Language Learners
Read along while watching videos in your target language. Use timestamps to replay difficult sections and study pronunciation.
SRT Generator vs. Manual Captioning
Creating SRT files manually takes hours. Our AI generates them in minutes with higher accuracy.
| Feature | SozAI | YouTube Captions |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | 96%+ (AI model) | ~70-85% (auto-generated) |
| Speaker detection | ||
| Copyable full text | ||
| Searchable transcript | ||
| Clickable timestamps | ||
| Works when captions disabled | ||
| Permanent shareable link | ||
| Download formats |
Supported Languages
Answers
SRT File Generator FAQ
Common questions about generating SRT subtitle files from videos.
How do I create an SRT file from a YouTube video?
Paste the YouTube video URL above and click "Transcribe." After processing, click the SRT button on the result page to download a standard SRT subtitle file with timestamps and speaker labels.
Is the SRT generator free?
Yes, completely free. No account, no signup, no watermarks. Generate and download SRT files from any YouTube video at no cost.
What is an SRT file?
SRT (SubRip Subtitle) is the most widely used subtitle file format. It contains numbered subtitle entries with start/end timestamps and text. SRT files are supported by virtually every video editor and media player.
Can I get timestamps in the transcript?
Yes, every transcript includes clickable timestamps. Each segment shows when it was spoken in the video. Click any timestamp to jump to that exact moment in the embedded YouTube player.
Can I edit the SRT file after downloading?
Yes. SRT files are plain text — open them in any text editor to adjust timing, fix words, or customize formatting before importing into your video editor.
What YouTube URL formats are supported?
We support all YouTube URL formats: standard watch links (youtube.com/watch?v=...), short links (youtu.be/...), shorts (youtube.com/shorts/...), embeds, live streams, and YouTube Music links.
What video sources are supported?
Currently we generate SRT files from YouTube videos. All URL formats are supported: standard watch links, short links, Shorts, live streams, and YouTube Music.
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Create SRT Subtitle Files with AI
SRT is the universal subtitle format used by every major video editor and media player. Creating SRT files manually means listening to audio, typing text, and setting precise timestamps frame by frame — a process that takes hours even for short videos. SozAI automates this entirely using AI speech recognition, generating production-ready SRT files in minutes.
What Is an SRT File and Why You Need One
An SRT file contains numbered subtitle entries, each with a start time, end time, and text content. This simple format is supported by Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, VLC, YouTube Studio, and every major platform. Adding SRT subtitles to your videos improves accessibility, SEO, and viewer engagement — studies show subtitled videos get 12% more views.
AI-Powered SRT Generation
Our AI extracts the audio from a YouTube video, identifies the spoken language, detects individual speakers, and generates a word-by-word transcript with precise timestamps. The result is automatically formatted as a standard SRT file ready for download. The AI achieves 96% accuracy across 99 languages.
Free Online SRT File Creator
SozAI generates SRT files completely free with no account required. Paste a YouTube URL, wait for AI processing, and download your SRT file. Speaker labels are included as brackets in each subtitle entry. The generated transcript also gets a permanent URL you can share with your team.
Create Your SRT File
Paste any YouTube link and download a ready-to-use SRT subtitle file. Free, accurate, instant.
