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Free YouTube Shorts transcript
from any Short.

Paste a YouTube Shorts link and get its words as text. Copy it, add timestamps, or download it as a .txt file.

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How to get the transcript

  1. 1
    Open the Short

    Open it in the YouTube app or on youtube.com.

  2. 2
    Copy the link

    Tap Share, then Copy link. On desktop, copy the address bar.

  3. 3
    Paste it above

    Press Get transcript, then copy or download the text.

What people use it for

  • Copy the exact opening line of a Short that went viral.
  • Turn a Short into captions, a post or a newsletter section.
  • Study how top channels script their Shorts.
  • Grab quotes without pausing and retyping.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get a transcript of a YouTube Short?

Copy the Short’s link (Share → Copy link), paste it above and press Get transcript.

Why doesn’t YouTube show a transcript for Shorts?

On desktop YouTube can show a transcript under some regular videos, but Shorts rarely get that button. This tool reads the Short’s captions and gives you the text.

Does it work for every Short?

It works when the Short has captions, including YouTube’s automatic ones. A Short with no speech or no captions has nothing to transcribe.

Can I use it for long YouTube videos?

No, this one is for Shorts. Long videos are turned away.

Is it free?

Yes, with no login, for up to 3 new Shorts a day. Sign up and you get 7 days of Pro free, no card.

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