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Supported formats and limitsHow to convert video to textSubtitles for short-form videoWho uses video transcriptionFrequently asked questionsConvert video and audio files to text with AI: upload an MP4 or MOV video, or MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, OGG or OPUS audio up to 500 MB, and download the transcript as TXT, PDF, DOCX or SRT subtitles.
It is built for creators and marketers who need captions for Reels and Shorts, subtitles for YouTube, meeting notes or a script to repurpose — without typing anything by hand.
- Upload video (MP4, MOV) or audio (MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, OGG, OPUS) up to 500 MB.
- Export as TXT, PDF, DOCX or SRT subtitles; JSON is available for developers.
- Long recordings are processed in the background — you can close the tab.
- Your transcripts stay in your history to download again later.
Upload a video or audio file
Sign in to Rekreate, drop your file and start the transcription. You will get the text and subtitle files as soon as processing finishes.
Free to try.
Supported formats and limits
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Video formats | MP4, MOV |
| Audio formats | MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, OGG, OGA, OPUS |
| Maximum file size | 500 MB |
| Exports | TXT, PDF, DOCX, SRT, JSON |
| Language | Automatic detection or a selected language |
| Processing | Background job with progress; results saved to your history |
How to convert video to text
Upload the file
Open the transcription tool and upload your video or audio file (up to 500 MB).
Start transcription
Choose the language or keep automatic detection and start. Longer files are split and processed in the background.
Download text or subtitles
Download SRT for YouTube, CapCut or Premiere subtitles, DOCX/PDF for documents, or TXT to paste into captions and scripts.
Subtitles for short-form video
Most Reels, TikToks and Shorts are watched without sound, so burned-in captions directly affect retention. A good workflow:
- Export an SRT file from your transcript.
- Import it into your editor and style the captions (large, high-contrast, 2–4 words per line).
- Highlight keywords in a brand color to guide attention.
In Rekreate you can skip the editor entirely: recreated videos get animated caption presets automatically, and you can use your transcript as the base for a new AI-generated version of the video.
Who uses video transcription
- Creators writing captions, subtitles and scripts from their own videos.
- Marketers turning webinars, podcasts and interviews into posts and Reels.
- Agencies documenting client calls and UGC briefs.
- Educators producing accessible lessons with subtitles.
Need a transcript of someone else's public Reel instead of a file? Use the free Instagram video to text tool.
Frequently asked questions
What file types can I convert to text?
Video files in MP4 and MOV, and audio files in MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, OGG, OGA and OPUS.
What is the maximum file size?
You can upload files up to 500 MB.
Can I get SRT subtitles?
Yes. Every transcript can be downloaded as an SRT subtitle file, as well as TXT, PDF, DOCX and JSON.
Do I need an account?
Yes, file transcription runs inside your Rekreate account so results are saved to your history. Link-based Instagram transcripts are available without signing up.
How long does transcription take?
Short clips are usually ready in a few minutes; long recordings take longer and continue in the background while you work.
Can I edit the transcript before exporting?
Download the DOCX or TXT version to edit the text, or use the transcript as the base for an AI script rewrite in Rekreate.
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