Podcast Transcription

Podcast Transcription

Paste an Apple Podcast link, a YouTube link, or a recording from Riverside, Zoom, Dropbox or Google Drive. OpusClip transcribes the episode and uses that transcript to find moments, generate captions and cut vertical clips.

Download the transcript as .txt and the subtitles as .srt from the project More menu on the Pro plan.

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Podcast Transcription: a video next to its transcript with speaker labels and timestamps in OpusClip
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Why podcasters transcribe here

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Apple Podcast links work directly

Apple Podcast is on the supported import list, alongside YouTube, Riverside, Zoom, StreamYard, Vimeo, Dropbox and Google Drive.

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The transcript is not the end of the job

ClipAnything reads the transcript and the picture, identifies who is talking, and pulls key moments out of any kind of episode.

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Text you can publish

Transcripts download as .txt for show notes, and subtitles as .srt for YouTube, from the same More menu.

Every episode becomes searchable text

We transcribe the audio when the project runs, so the words exist before you decide what to do with them. Click any word in the transcript to correct a guest name or a technical term.

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Every episode becomes searchable text: a transcript with speaker labels and timestamps next to the video

Every episode becomes searchable text

We transcribe the audio when the project runs, so the words exist before you decide what to do with them. Click any word in the transcript to correct a guest name or a technical term.

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Clips come from the same transcript: clips cut from a long video, each with a Virality Score

Clips come from the same transcript

Moment detection, captions and layouts all read the transcript. Split, Three and Four layouts put several people on screen when they appear together in the original frame.

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Clips come from the same transcript

Moment detection, captions and layouts all read the transcript. Split, Three and Four layouts put several people on screen when they appear together in the original frame.

See clip layoutsSee clip layouts

Cleaner audio before it goes out

Speech Enhancement reduces background noise, isolates voices and lifts quiet speech. Speech Cleanup detects over 90% of filler words and can cut silences at or above 0.5 seconds by default.

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Cleaner audio before it goes out: Speech Enhancement with the Noise reduction and Voice enhancement sliders

Cleaner audio before it goes out

Speech Enhancement reduces background noise, isolates voices and lifts quiet speech. Speech Cleanup detects over 90% of filler words and can cut silences at or above 0.5 seconds by default.

Clean up an episodeClean up an episode

How podcast transcription works

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Bring the episode

Paste an Apple Podcast or YouTube link, or upload the recording from Riverside, Zoom, Dropbox, Google Drive or your computer. Links have to be public or unlisted.

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We transcribe it

The episode is transcribed in one of more than 20 supported languages, and that transcript drives captions and moment detection.

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Correct and clean

Edit words inline in the transcript, then use Speech Cleanup for filler words and pauses and Speech Enhancement for the audio itself.

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Export both outputs

Download the transcript as .txt and the subtitles as .srt from the More menu, and export or schedule the clips from the project page.

How Podcast Transcription works in OpusClip: bring the episode, we transcribe it, correct and clean, export both outputs

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What comes with a transcribed episode

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Apple Podcast import

Episode links from Apple Podcast are supported alongside YouTube, Vimeo, Riverside, Zoom, StreamYard, Kick and Twitch.

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Transcript download

Download Transcript gives a .txt of the original recording for show notes or a write-up.

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Subtitle download

Download Subtitles gives a .srt, compatible with YouTube and other video platforms.

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Speaker aware clipping

ClipAnything identifies which speaker is talking and understands sounds such as laughter and cheering, not only the words.

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Multi guest layouts

Split, Three and Four layouts show two, three or four people when they share the original frame. Pin first speaker keeps your host in the top slot.

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Speech Enhancement

Noise reduction, background noise removal, voice isolation and voice volume boost run together on the episode audio.

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Post or schedule from the project

Use the calendar icon on a clip to schedule, or Bulk Schedule several at once, and manage or cancel them from the Calendar page.

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Transcripts over the API

The transcripts endpoint returns paragraphs with start and end times, text, an optional speaker field and per-word timings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can OpusClip transcribe a podcast from a link?

Yes. Apple Podcast and YouTube links are supported import sources, and we transcribe the episode as part of processing the project.

How do I get the transcript as a file?

Open the project result page or My projects, click More, then Download Transcript for a .txt file. Download Subtitles in the same menu gives a .srt.

Does it label who is speaking?

ClipAnything identifies which speaker is talking, and the transcripts API returns an optional speaker field on each paragraph. We could not find documentation that the downloadable .txt transcript carries speaker labels.

What languages are supported?

More than 20 languages are supported for video. Languages that read right to left, including Arabic, Hebrew and Persian, are not supported today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does your video transcription tool support?

Our AI free video transcription technology supports over 20 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and more. The system automatically detects the spoken language or allows you to specify it before processing. This makes transcribing multilingual video content simple and accurate.

Can I edit my video transcription after it's generated?

Yes, our platform includes a built-in editor for your free video transcription. You can correct any inaccuracies, format text, and add speaker labels directly in the interface. The editor synchronizes with timestamps, making it easy to perfect your transcript before exporting it for use.

What makes AI video transcription faster than manual methods?

AI video transcription processes speech in minutes rather than hours of manual typing. Our advanced algorithms recognize speech patterns across different accents and languages, providing time-stamped text with speaker identification. This technology lets you transcribe a 60-minute video in just a few minutes.

How much does it cost to transcribe a video?

Video transcription costs vary based on video length and features needed. Our platform offers a free trial transcription so you can experience the quality before committing. After that, we provide affordable pricing plans for regular video transcription needs with multi-language support and speaker detection.

How can I transcribe a video?

Upload your video file or paste a link to our AI free video transcription tool. The system automatically converts speech to text with over 95% accuracy. Once complete, you can download your transcript in various formats like TXT, SRT, or VTT for captions, blog posts, or other content.

How accurate are AI YouTube video transcription tools?

AI YouTube video transcript extractors typically achieve 95%+ accuracy for clear audio in English, with strong performance in over 50 other languages. For best results, videos with clear audio and minimal background noise produce the most accurate transcripts, though you can edit any errors afterward.

What formats can I download YouTube video transcripts in?

YouTube video transcript generators typically allow you to download transcripts in multiple formats including TXT (plain text), SRT (SubRip Subtitle), and VTT (Web Video Text Tracks) files. These different formats support various use cases from content creation to adding captions to videos.

Can I transcribe someone else's YouTube video?

Yes, you can transcribe anyone's public YouTube video using a YouTube video transcript generator. Simply copy the video URL, paste it into the transcription tool, and the AI will extract the spoken content into text format. This is useful for research, content repurposing, or accessibility purposes.

How to get a YouTube video transcript from any video?

To get a YouTube video transcript, copy the video URL and paste it into a transcript generator tool. Click "Generate Transcript" and the AI will process the audio, delivering a complete text version in under a minute. You can then edit, format, and download the transcript in your preferred format.

Does YouTube have auto transcription?

Yes, YouTube offers auto transcription for many videos, but these transcripts often contain errors. For more accurate results, use a dedicated YouTube video transcript generator that employs advanced AI to deliver 95%+ accuracy, proper formatting, and additional features like timestamp integration and multiple export formats.

Can I get a transcript of a YouTube video?

Yes, you can get a transcript of any YouTube video by using an AI-powered YouTube video transcript extractor. Simply paste the video URL into the tool, and it will automatically convert the spoken content into text format with high accuracy, allowing you to download the transcript in seconds.