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SRT (SubRip Subtitle) is a simple text-based subtitle format that contains numbered sequential subtitles with timing information. Each subtitle entry has a number, start and end timestamps, and the text to display. SRT files are widely supported by video players like VLC, editing software like Premiere Pro and Final Cut, and streaming platforms.

Yes, our tool can download both manually added subtitles and YouTube's auto-generated captions. Auto-generated captions are created using speech recognition technology and are marked with "(auto)" in the language list. Keep in mind that auto-generated captions may contain errors, especially with technical terms, names, or accented speech.

We support all languages that have subtitles available on the video. This includes manually uploaded subtitles in the creator's chosen languages, auto-generated captions (typically in the video's original language), and auto-translated subtitles that YouTube generates from the original captions.

Not all YouTube videos have subtitles available. This can happen if the creator hasn't added subtitles and auto-generated captions are disabled, if the video contains mostly music or non-speech content, if YouTube's speech recognition doesn't support the language spoken, or if the creator has disabled captions for the video.

SRT files include timing information (timestamps) for each subtitle, making them suitable for video playback and editing. They maintain the synchronization between text and video. TXT files contain only the plain text without any timestamps, making them ideal for reading, content repurposing, creating blog posts, or when you just need the transcript.

No, this tool only works with public YouTube videos. Private videos require authentication to access, and unlisted videos may or may not work depending on their settings. For best results, ensure the video you're trying to download subtitles from is publicly accessible.

YouTube's auto-generated captions have improved significantly but aren't perfect. Accuracy depends on audio quality, speaker clarity, background noise, accents, and technical vocabulary. For professional use, manually uploaded subtitles (shown without the "auto" tag) are typically more accurate. Always review auto-generated subtitles for errors.

Downloading subtitles for personal use, education, or accessibility is generally acceptable. However, you should not redistribute subtitles commercially without permission, use them to infringe on copyright, or claim them as your own work. For official use, consider reaching out to content creators for permission.

Yes, both SRT and TXT files are plain text formats that can be edited with any text editor (Notepad, TextEdit, VS Code, etc.). You can correct errors, adjust timing, or modify the text as needed. For SRT files, be careful to maintain the proper format with sequential numbering and timestamp formatting.

SRT is one of the most widely supported subtitle formats. It works with VLC, Windows Media Player, QuickTime, and most modern video players. Video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve also support SRT import. Most streaming platforms and video hosting services accept SRT files for subtitle uploads.