Transcribe from Any Platform
Paste a URL from YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, Reddit, SoundCloud, or any of 55+ supported platforms - and get an instant transcript.
Nothing to paste because it is happening right now? Use the browser extension for live transcription and capture the audio straight out of the tab as it plays.
How It Works
Paste a URL
Copy the URL of any video or audio from a supported platform.
We Extract Audio
Our engine downloads and extracts the audio track automatically.
Get Your Transcript
Receive an accurate transcript with timestamps and speaker labels.
Some platforms have enough going on to deserve their own walkthrough. Read how to get an Instagram transcript from a Reel link for the Reels, Stories, and carousel rules, or Vimeo transcription and caption tracks if you need subtitles back in the Vimeo player. For everything else, pasting the URL is the whole procedure.
All Supported Platforms
Browse all 55+ platforms we support. Can't find yours? Our engine supports 1,800+ sites - just try pasting the URL.
Video Platforms10
Major video hosting and streaming platforms
Social Media8
Transcribe posts, reels, and stories from social networks
Live Streaming3
VODs, clips, and highlights from streaming platforms
Audio & Music4
Music, podcasts, and audio content
Podcasts6
Podcast episodes from major directories
News & Media8
News broadcasts, reports, and media content
Education5
Lectures, courses, and educational content
Business & Meetings6
Meeting recordings and business video platforms
Other Platforms5
Archives, media libraries, and specialty platforms
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sites does LiteScribe support?
LiteScribe actively supports 55+ curated platforms with verified reliability. Under the hood, our engine can process URLs from 1,800+ websites.
Can I transcribe YouTube videos?
Yes! YouTube is our most popular platform. We support regular videos, YouTube Shorts, playlists, live stream recordings, and YouTube Music tracks.
Can I transcribe TikTok videos?
Absolutely. Just paste any public TikTok video URL and we'll extract the audio and generate a full transcript with timestamps.
Can I transcribe podcasts?
Yes! We support Apple Podcasts, Spotify (podcast episodes), Anchor FM, Acast, Podbean, Buzzsprout, SoundCloud, and more.
Can I transcribe Twitch VODs and clips?
Yes, we support Twitch VODs, clips, and highlights. Perfect for content creators who need transcripts of their streams.
Do I need to download the video first?
No! Just paste the URL. LiteScribe handles the download, audio extraction, and transcription automatically in the cloud.
What about private or age-restricted videos?
By default, we can only transcribe publicly accessible content. For age-restricted YouTube videos, you can provide browser cookies to authenticate.