Transcript Tools

SRT to WebVTT Converter

Convert SubRip (.srt) subtitle files to WebVTT (.vtt) format for web video players. Converts the timestamp separator (comma → dot), adds the required WEBVTT header, and preserves all cue text.

Text processed locally No audio upload Copy or download result
SRT file content

All processing happens in your browser; transcript text is never uploaded

Input Text or file Output Text Browser-only No upload by default

Features

  • Converts SRT comma timestamps to VTT dot format
  • Adds required WEBVTT header
  • Preserves cue sequence numbers as identifiers
  • Handles multi-line cues correctly
  • Download as .vtt file
  • Browser-only

How to use it

  1. Paste your SRT content or drop a .srt file.
  2. Click Convert.
  3. VTT output appears.
  4. Download the .vtt file.

Use cases

  • Converting SRT files for HTML5 video <track> elements
  • Preparing subtitles for YouTube upload in VTT format
  • Moving subtitle files between platforms that prefer VTT

Limitations

  • Cue timing is preserved while timestamp punctuation is changed for VTT.
  • Generated subtitles are not audio-synced.
  • Review output before using it in publishing, captions, reports, or archives.
Questions & answers

Frequently asked

Is conversion lossless?

Yes. SRT and VTT carry the same information. Only the timestamp format and header change.

Does SRT to VTT upload my transcript?

Your file or text is processed in your browser and is not uploaded.

What does SRT to VTT create?

It creates WEBVTT subtitle text. Cue timing is preserved while timestamp punctuation is changed for VTT.

Are generated subtitle timings exact?

Generated timings are approximate unless the source already contains subtitle timing. Review timing before publishing.