To translate a YouTube transcript, paste the video link above, get the transcript, then choose a language under Translate. ScribeCue rewrites every line in one of 24 languages and keeps the original timestamps, so you can read along or download translated SRT subtitles. Free for videos up to 20 minutes.
Two ways to get another language
| Video's own caption tracks | ScribeCue translation | |
|---|---|---|
| Where it comes from | The creator or YouTube's automatic captions | An AI model translating the transcript text |
| Languages | Whatever the video has | 24 languages |
| Cost | Free, any length | Free up to 20 minutes; any length on Pro |
| Keeps timing | Yes | Yes |
Check the track list first: if the creator uploaded your language, that version is usually best.
Languages
Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Dutch, English, Filipino, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian and Vietnamese — 24 in total.
Good uses
- Study a lecture in your first language.
- Subtitles for an audience abroad: download the translated SRT.
- Language learning: read the original and the translation side by side by switching tracks.
- Quote a foreign-language interview with the exact time.
Frequently asked questions
Is translating a YouTube transcript free?
Yes, for videos up to 20 minutes, with no account. Longer videos need Pro ($12/month).
Can I download the translated subtitles?
Yes — TXT, DOCX, SRT and VTT all use the translation, with the original timing.
How good is the translation?
A current large language model translates whole sentences with context, which reads far better than word-by-word machine translation. Names and jargon follow the original captions, so check those.