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Captions raise watch time and open videos to viewers watching on mute — without an evening of typing.
Caption Maker
Upload a video or paste a public link and Subanana generates timed subtitles automatically, with speakers identified and punctuation restored. Export as SRT, VTT, TXT, DOCX, XLSX, Markdown — or burn the subtitles into the video — and translate the same file into any of 95+ languages. Accuracy averages 98%, and you can preview the first 15 minutes of any file free.
Craft perfect captions for any video or image quickly and accurately with our AI-driven tool. 98% accuracy.
How a video gets its subtitles
Product walkthrough
MP4 · 12:40 · uploaded
Upload a video or paste a public linkCues timed and sized for comfortable reading
Subtitle track
00:12
Here's the dashboard you'll see after signing in.
00:47
Every change you make is saved as you go.
Subtitle files
SRT · VTT
Bilingual subtitles
Two languages in one file
Burned-in video
Rendered up to 4K
Text formats
TXT · DOCX · XLSX · Markdown
Translations
95+ languages
Why the subtitles come out ready to publish
The distance between a raw transcript and a publishable caption file is where the hours go. This is what closes it.
Cues built for reading speed
- Reading-speed flagsCues too dense to read comfortably are flagged in the editor before anyone else sees them.
- Style presetsSave your subtitle style once and apply it to every video in the workspace.
- Live previewFont, size, colour and position, adjusted on the actual frame while you watch.
- Sizing that adaptsLong lines stay on screen instead of running past the edge of the frame.
Every file the platform asks for
- SRT and VTTThe two standard caption formats, per language, ready to upload.
- Bilingual in one passSource and translation in a single subtitle file — or burned in together.
- Burned-in video up to 4KA finished subtitled video, rendered with exactly the style you previewed.
- One ZIPEvery format in a single download when you need them all at once.
Who ships subtitles with this
Four teams, one deadline shape: the video is done and the captions are the last thing standing.
E-learning
Course teams
Every lesson gets accurate, consistently styled captions, and translations for cohorts in other languages.
News & media
Publishers
Clips go out subtitled on schedule, with a house style saved once and applied to every edit.
Campaigns
Brand & social teams
Campaign cuts ship in every market's language, styled to brand and rendered ready to post.
How to add subtitles to a video
Upload the file or paste a link, check the result in the editor, then export the format your platform expects. No software to install.
- Upload the video or paste a linkCommon audio and video files work directly, up to 8h and 30GB per file on all plans. Public YouTube, Instagram and Facebook links can be pasted instead of downloading first.
- Choose the language and any translationsPick the spoken language, then add target languages if you publish in more than one. Translation currently costs no extra minutes.
- Let the AI cut the subtitlesSpeakers are identified automatically and punctuation and line breaks are restored, so the cues read as sentences rather than as a stream of words.
- Review and exportFix anything in the editor, then export SRT, VTT, TXT, DOCX, XLSX, Markdown — or a bilingual SRT, or the video with the subtitles burned in.
What you get with every subtitle job
The specifics, so you know before you upload whether it fits your workflow.
- Input
- Audio and video files, or a public YouTube / Instagram / Facebook link
- Languages
- 95+, with translation into any of them
- Speaker labels
- Automatic, with the speaker count set manually or detected
- Export formats
- SRT, VTT, TXT, DOCX, XLSX, Markdown, bilingual SRT, or burned-in video
- File limits
- 8h and 30GB per file on all plans
- Free tier
- Preview the first 15 minutes of each file, 3 files a month
Best Caption Maker Software powered by AI in 2026
In the competitive world of online content creation, having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference. When it comes to adding captions to videos or transcribing audio files, having a reliable caption maker software can streamline the process and ensure accuracy. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of using a caption maker, how it works, and what features to look for when choosing the right tool for your needs.
What is a Caption Maker?
A caption maker is a software tool that allows users to easily add captions to videos or transcribe audio files. This can be particularly useful for content creators who want to make their videos more accessible to a wider audience, improve SEO, or simply enhance the overall viewing experience. Caption makers use speech recognition technology to automatically transcribe spoken words into text, which can then be easily edited and synced with the video.
Why Use a Caption Maker?
There are several reasons why content creators should consider using a caption maker. Firstly, captions can make your videos more accessible to a wider audience, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Additionally, captions can improve SEO by providing search engines with text to index, making your videos more discoverable. Finally, captions can enhance the overall viewing experience by providing viewers with a written version of the dialogue, making it easier to follow along, especially in noisy or quiet environments.
Features to Look for in a Caption Maker
When choosing a caption maker, it's important to look for certain features that can enhance your user experience. Some key features to consider include:
1. Speech Recognition Technology: Look for a caption maker that uses advanced speech recognition technology to accurately transcribe spoken words into text.
2. Customization Options: Choose a caption maker that allows you to customize the appearance of your captions, including font style, size, and color.
3. Editing Tools: Make sure the caption maker has editing tools that allow you to easily edit and sync your captions with your video.
4. Multiple Language Support: If you create content in multiple languages, look for a caption maker that supports multiple languages for added versatility.
In conclusion, using a caption maker can greatly enhance your content creation process by making your videos more accessible, improving SEO, and enhancing the overall viewing experience. By choosing a caption maker with the right features, you can streamline the captioning process and create high-quality, engaging content for your audience.
Questions we getFrequently asked questions
Accuracy averages 98%. Recording clarity, background noise and specialist vocabulary all affect the result — adding a glossary of names and terms measurably improves how proper nouns are handled.
SRT, VTT, TXT, DOCX, XLSX, Markdown, or all of them at once as a ZIP. You can also export a bilingual SRT with the original and translated lines together, or a video with the subtitles burned in.
Yes. Paste the public video link and Subanana fetches it directly — regular uploads and Shorts both work. Private, members-only and region-locked videos need a file upload instead.
You can preview the first 15 minutes of each file free, 3 files a month, with no card required. Exporting subtitle files is a paid feature.
Yes. Speakers are separated automatically, and you can either set the number of speakers yourself or let it be detected.
No. Recordings, transcripts and subtitles are never used to train models, in any processing mode. Files are stored encrypted and every access is logged.
Questions we getFrequently asked questions
Accuracy averages 98%. Recording clarity, background noise and specialist vocabulary all affect the result — adding a glossary of names and terms measurably improves how proper nouns are handled.
SRT, VTT, TXT, DOCX, XLSX, Markdown, or all of them at once as a ZIP. You can also export a bilingual SRT with the original and translated lines together, or a video with the subtitles burned in.
Yes. Paste the public video link and Subanana fetches it directly — regular uploads and Shorts both work. Private, members-only and region-locked videos need a file upload instead.
You can preview the first 15 minutes of each file free, 3 files a month, with no card required. Exporting subtitle files is a paid feature.
Yes. Speakers are separated automatically, and you can either set the number of speakers yourself or let it be detected.
No. Recordings, transcripts and subtitles are never used to train models, in any processing mode. Files are stored encrypted and every access is logged.
Updated 2026-04-10