From video to crystal-clear captions
in seconds.
vidcaption extracts the audio from your video, transcribes every word with speaker-grade accuracy, and generates broadcast-ready .srt and .vtt captions — all in one upload.
MP4, MOV, WEBM, MKV · Billing uses processed audio minutes (credits), not file size.
Works with every major format
Everything you need to caption the web
One upload. Audio, transcript, and captions — delivered ready to use.
Studio-grade transcription
Powered by AI universal speech models with punctuation, casing, and word-level timestamps.
Audio you can keep
We isolate the spoken audio into a clean MP3 you can download, remix, or archive.
Broadcast-ready captions
Export perfectly timed .SRT and .VTT files that drop into YouTube, Premiere, DaVinci, or any CDN.
Live caption preview
Watch your video with captions highlighting in real time before you export — accuracy you can see.
Private by default
Files are processed on the fly and cleaned up after. No accounts. No tracking. No leftovers.
Fast, really fast
Experience lightning-fast processing — most short videos are ready in under a minute.
Four steps. One magical result.
From raw video to polished captions without leaving your browser.
Upload your video
Drop MP4, MOV, WEBM, MKV, and other common formats. We extract audio on our servers.
We prepare your audio
Your video is processed to capture clear audio, ensuring accurate and fast results.
Get instant captions
Your speech is converted into clean, accurate text with proper punctuation and timing.
Download & use anywhere
Download captions, subtitles, or text and use them for your videos, notes, or content.
Captions that look hand-timed.
Every word is tagged with millisecond-level timestamps, grouped into readable phrases — ideal for social, streaming, and accessibility.
Generate your first caption1 00:00:00,480 --> 00:00:03,120 Welcome to vidcaptions — the fastest way to 2 00:00:03,200 --> 00:00:05,660 caption any video on the internet. 3 00:00:05,780 --> 00:00:08,120 Just upload a clip. 4 00:00:08,240 --> 00:00:11,980 We'll extract the audio, transcribe every word, 5 00:00:12,100 --> 00:00:14,820 and hand you broadcast-ready captions.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers before you dive in.
Is it really free to use?
Yes! Every new user gets 100 free credits to generate captions. You can try the tool without paying anything and see how it works for your videos.
What file types can I upload?
You can upload most common video formats like MP4, MOV, WEBM, MKV, AVI, and more.
How do credits work?
1 credit equals one minute of processed audio (rounded up). For example, ~10 minutes of audio uses about 10 credits. Unused credits refresh monthly according to your plan.
Which languages are supported?
The tool works great with English and supports multiple other languages. We’re also working on Hinglish support, which will be available soon
Will my videos be stored?
No. Your videos are only used to generate captions and are automatically removed after processing. Your content stays private.
How accurate are the captions?
Captions are highly accurate for clear speech (around 90–95%). You can also edit the text if needed before downloading.
Who is this tool for?
It’s perfect for students, content creators, and professionals who want to quickly turn videos into captions, notes, or text.
Do I need any editing skills?
Not at all. Just upload your video and your captions will be ready in seconds. It’s designed to be simple and beginner-friendly.
Simple, transparent pricing
Start free. Upgrade when you need more credits. No hidden fees.
Free
Get started instantly — no payment needed.
- 100 credits every month
- 100 minutes of audio processing
- Upload video → we extract & process audio
- Download captions (SRT & VTT)
- Up to 5 translation runs/month (2 credits each)
- Standard processing speed
Pro
For creators who need more credits and faster turnaround.
- 500 credits every month
- 500 minutes of audio processing
- Upload video → we extract & process audio
- Up to 100 translation runs/month
- Download captions (SRT & VTT)
- Faster processing speed
Pro Plus
For power users who translate frequently at scale.
- 1,500 credits every month
- 1,500 minutes of audio processing
- Upload video → we extract & process audio
- Up to 400 translation runs/month
- Priority processing speed
- Higher accuracy tuning
Premium
Maximum credits, unlimited translations, and top priority.
- 3,000 credits every month
- 3,000 minutes of audio processing
- Upload video → we extract & process audio
- Unlimited translation runs (fair use)
- Highest priority processing
- Dedicated performance & support
1 credit = 1 minute of processed audio (rounded up). Each translation run costs 2 credits. Free plan includes up to 5 translation runs/month. Credits refresh on the 1st of each month.
Caption your next video in under a minute.
No signup, no credit card — just drop a video and let vidcaptions do the rest.