Convert video to text online
Upload a file or paste a link in the demo — speech transcript with timestamps. Demo shows a short clip; full length in the dashboard. 98+ languages.
- Links: YouTube, RuTube, VK, OK, Mail.ru
- Demo without sign-up
- Subtitle draft from transcript
Demo limits
- Up to 60 s of audio or video per attempt
- File size up to 25 MB
- Per-attempt upload up to 150 MB (then the server trims for demo)
- Up to 3 requests per IP per hour
- For a link, only the first ~60 s are downloaded; device uploads are received whole but only the start is processed
How it works
Upload video
File tab or Link tab in the demo on the right.
Transcription
Speech from the track is turned into text with segments and timestamps.
Review & edit
Review the transcript and make any edits if needed.
Export & share
Download in your preferred format and share instantly.
Key capabilities
Accuracy depends on the recording
Clear speech and stable audio in the clip typically produce a strong draft you can review before export.
98+ languages
Transcribe in 98+ languages and dialects worldwide.
Multiple speakers
Separates speakers in recorded meetings and interviews when voices are distinguishable.
Timestamps
Precise timestamps for easy navigation and referencing.
Export formats
Dashboard: TXT, CSV, SRT, VTT, and ZIP.
Video use cases
Lessons and courses
Notes, quotes, and study assets from recorded classes.
Webinars and meetings
Structured notes and minutes from call recordings.
YouTube and social video
Text for descriptions, articles, and repurposed clips.
Subtitles and accessibility
A base for SRT/VTT and easier viewing without sound.
Video interviews and podcasts
Quotes and segments for editing and publishing.
Internal documentation
Searchable text instead of scrubbing long demo and training recordings.
Before vs after transcription
Before
- Long clip with no search by line
- Hard to find key moments
- No structure or search
After
- Structured transcript
- Timecodes included
- Searchable text
- Instant navigation to any moment
Why Polyglot Voice
All-in-one platform
Video, audio, translation, and subtitles in one workflow.
No installation
Works in the browser — upload a file or link and get text.
Subtitles and translation
Move from transcript to subtitles and translation in the same dashboard.
Secure & private
Your files stay in your account with controlled access.
Export-ready formats
TXT, CSV, SRT, and VTT from one transcript.
Supported video formats
MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV, M4V, AVI, MP3, WAV
Frequently asked questions
Does it read on-screen text?
No. Only spoken audio is transcribed, not burned-in captions or visuals.
Can it detect multiple speakers?
Yes. The workflow supports speaker detection for meetings, interviews and panel discussions when speakers are distinguishable.
What languages are supported?
Polyglot Voice supports 98+ languages for transcription with auto-detection and manual language selection.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. You can try transcription in the demo and upload files in the dashboard within your plan limits.
Can I process a video from a URL?
Use the Link tab for supported public URLs. Links fetch ~60 s. Files upload fully but the demo processes the start.
Can I export subtitles?
Yes. Export SRT or VTT, or use the transcript as a base for subtitle and translation workflows.
Still have questions? Contact us
Ready to get text from video?
Upload in the dashboard or try the demo on this page.