Need to download a YouTube transcript? This guide shows you how to export and save transcripts as TXT, PDF, or Word files. You can also print them for offline reading.
Downloading transcripts lets you keep them forever. You can read them offline, share them with others, or use them in your work.
Why Download YouTube Transcripts?
Here are common reasons to download and save transcripts:
- Offline reading - Read without internet connection
- Archive content - Save before a video gets deleted
- Share with others - Send transcripts via email
- Print for study - Physical copies for highlighting
- Use in documents - Add quotes to your reports
- Create content - Turn videos into blog posts
How to Download YouTube Transcript (3 Formats)
With YoutubeTS, you can download transcripts in three formats:
Download as TXT (Plain Text)
TXT is the simplest format. It works on any device.
- Go to YoutubeTS.com
- Paste the YouTube video URL
- Click "Get Transcript"
- Click the "Download" button
- Select "Text (.txt)"
- The file downloads to your computer
Best for: Simple reading, copying text, using in code editors
Download as PDF
PDF files look professional and are easy to share.
- Go to YoutubeTS.com
- Paste the YouTube video URL
- Click "Get Transcript"
- Click the "Download" button
- Select "PDF (.pdf)"
- The PDF file downloads
Best for: Printing, sharing via email, archiving
Download as Word (DOCX)
Word files are perfect when you need to edit the transcript.
- Go to YoutubeTS.com
- Paste the YouTube video URL
- Click "Get Transcript"
- Click the "Download" button
- Select "Word (.docx)"
- Open and edit in Microsoft Word or Google Docs
Best for: Editing, adding to documents, reports
How to Export YouTube Transcript
Exporting is the same as downloading. When you download a transcript, you are exporting it from YouTube to your device.
YoutubeTS makes it easy to export YouTube transcripts:
- Export full text (no timestamps)
- Export with timestamps
- Choose your preferred format
How to Print YouTube Transcript
Want a paper copy? Here is how to print a YouTube transcript:
Option 1: Print PDF
- Download the transcript as PDF
- Open the PDF file
- Press Ctrl+P (or Cmd+P on Mac)
- Select your printer and print
Option 2: Print from Browser
- View the transcript on YoutubeTS
- Press Ctrl+P (or Cmd+P)
- The browser print dialog opens
- Select your printer and print
Tip: Choose "Save as PDF" in the print dialog to create a PDF without downloading first.
Download Options Explained
| Format | File Size | Editable | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| TXT | Smallest | Yes | Notes, coding, simple storage |
| Medium | No | Sharing, printing, archiving | |
| DOCX | Medium | Yes | Editing, reports, documents |
With or Without Timestamps?
YoutubeTS offers two versions when you download:
Full Text (No Timestamps)
- Clean, readable text
- Good for reading and quoting
- Smaller file size
With Timestamps
- Shows time for each line
- Good for referencing specific parts
- Useful for creating video notes
Choose based on what you need the transcript for.
Download Transcripts on Mobile
You can download YouTube transcripts on your phone too:
- Open your phone browser
- Go to YoutubeTS.com
- Paste the video URL
- Get the transcript
- Tap "Download" and choose format
- The file saves to your phone
On iPhone, files go to the Files app. On Android, files go to the Downloads folder.
Batch Download Multiple Transcripts
Need to download many transcripts? Here is how:
- Make a list of video URLs
- Open each video on YoutubeTS
- Download the transcript
- Repeat for all videos
For large projects, consider our YouTube Transcript API. It lets you get transcripts programmatically.
Common Questions
Is it free to download transcripts?
Yes! YoutubeTS lets you download transcripts for free. We have daily limits for free users, but most people never hit them.
Can I download transcripts in other languages?
Yes! If the video has captions in Spanish, French, or any language, you can download that transcript.
What if the download does not work?
Make sure the video has captions. Some videos do not have transcripts available. Also, check that you are not blocking downloads in your browser.
Can I edit the downloaded transcript?
Yes! TXT and DOCX files can be edited. PDF files are view-only unless you use PDF editing software.
Start Downloading Now
Ready to download your first YouTube transcript? It is free and takes seconds:
- Go to YoutubeTS.com
- Paste a YouTube video URL
- Click "Get Transcript"
- Click "Download" and pick your format
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