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YouTube Subtitle Downloader

Download YouTube subtitles and captions as VTT or plain text — pick the language track you need.

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YouTube Subtitle Downloader

Download subtitles and closed captions from YouTube videos. Choose an available language track and save captions as WebVTT (.vtt) or plain text — ideal for translations, accessibility, and content reuse.

How to Use

  1. Paste the YouTube video URL
  2. Click Load subtitles to see available languages
  3. Select a caption track from the dropdown
  4. Download as VTT or TXT

Key Features

  • List all available caption tracks for a video
  • Download VTT or plain-text subtitles
  • Supports auto-generated and manual captions
  • Free u2014 no signup
  • Works on desktop and mobile

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are subtitles missing?

The uploader may have disabled captions, or the video may not offer subtitles in any language.

What format should I use?

VTT is standard for web players and editors. Plain text is easiest for reading or translating in a document.

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