Extract YouTube Transcripts & 4K Thumbnails in Seconds
Paste any YouTube video or Shorts link to extract full transcripts with timestamps, clean paragraphs, and downloadable SRT subtitles. Grab 4K MaxRes thumbnails and turn videos into 10 viral posts with PostSpark AI.
Accurate Multi-Language Captions
Extract official creator subtitles or YouTube's automated speech recognition tracks with exact millisecond timestamps.
Interactive Video Timestamp Seeking
Click any timestamp in the transcript to instantly jump the embedded video player to that exact scene.
4K MaxRes Thumbnail Downloads
Grab the highest-resolution 1280x720 MaxRes cover, Standard HD, or HQ thumbnails in original JPG format with 1 click.
1-Click PostSpark AI Repurposing
Pre-fill the extracted transcript into our AI Repurposing Studio, SEO Blog Studio, or Carousel Generator with zero copy-pasting.
How it works
1. Paste YouTube URL
Paste any youtube.com/watch, youtu.be, or YouTube Shorts link into the input bar.
2. View & Filter Transcript
Switch between Timestamps, Clean Paragraphs, and SRT subtitles. Use live keyword search.
3. Export or Turn into Posts
Copy text, download .TXT/.SRT/.MD files, or launch PostSpark AI to generate a full campaign.
Frequently asked questions
Is this YouTube transcript generator 100% free?
Yes! Anyone can extract up to 3 YouTube transcripts and 4K thumbnails daily as a guest with 0 registration or credit card required. Free registered accounts get 15 extractions every month, while Pro members enjoy unlimited runs.
Does this tool support YouTube Shorts and timestamps?
Yes. Paste any standard YouTube URL (youtube.com/watch?v=...), youtu.be shortlink, or YouTube Shorts link (youtube.com/shorts/...). The tool outputs segmented timestamps, clean paragraphs, and downloadable SRT subtitle files.
How do I download 4K and Full HD YouTube thumbnails?
When a video is extracted, the left panel automatically surfaces all 4 native YouTube thumbnail resolutions (4K / MaxRes 1280x720, Standard HD 640x480, HQ 480x360, and MQ 320x180). Click any resolution button to download the image file directly.
Can I click a timestamp to jump to that moment in the video?
Yes! Every line in the timestamped view is interactive. Clicking any timestamp will immediately seek the built-in embedded video player to that exact second.
How can I convert this YouTube transcript into social posts or a blog?
Directly below the transcript, use our 1-click PostSpark AI buttons to automatically hand off the text into Repurpose Studio (turns it into 10 multi-platform posts), SEO Blog Studio (creates a 2,000-word ranking article), or Carousel Generator.
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