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Add subtitles to YouTube

Save time adding subtitles to YouTube with HappyScribe. Generate subtitles to your video and export them in SRT, VTT and many other formats

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How to add subtitles to YouTube?

1. Upload your YouTube file..

With our uploader, you can import your file from anywhere, whether it's on your laptop, Google Drive, Youtube, or Dropbox. The first 10 minutes are free and there's no file limit.

2. Select the language of the video..

We support more than 120 languages, dialects, and accents.

3. Choose "Machine generated" or "Human made"..

Our automatic subtitling software is lightning fast and 85% accurate. With our human service, your subtitles will be carefully generated and proofread by an expert, and delivered with 99% accuracy.

4. Receive your subtitles..

Our generator will generate your subtitles in just a few minutes (depending on the length of your file). If you select our human service, your subtitles will be ready within 24 hours.

5. Click on "Export" and choose your preferred file format..

You can export to SRT, VTT, and many more. It's that easy to get your subtitles and closed captions for YouTube

Why Adding Subtitles to YouTube Videos is Important

Adding subtitles to your YouTube videos is a smart way to reach a wider audience. Subtitles not only make your content accessible to viewers who are hearing impaired, but they also allow people to engage with your videos even when watching without sound. Plus, they boost engagement, helping to keep viewers on your channel longer. And let’s not forget the SEO benefits—since search engines can’t index audio, subtitles make your videos easier to find, helping them show up in more searches.

Want to learn more about how subtitles can increase viewership? Check out our in-depth guide on why creating subtitles on YouTube boosts viewership.

Here’s why subtitles are essential for YouTube:
• Accessibility: Reach viewers who are hearing impaired or prefer watching without sound.
• Higher engagement: Subtitles help keep viewers watching longer.
• Better SEO: Make your videos searchable by adding text that search engines can index.

How Happy Scribe Makes Subtitling on YouTube Easy

YouTube does offer automatic captions, but they’re not always the most accurate. With Happy Scribe, you can easily create polished, accurate subtitles using our automatic subtitle generator or you can also choose a review by a professional linguist. The platform supports most languages and dialects, so no matter where your audience is, you’re covered.

Looking to master subtitling for YouTube? Our YouTube subtitling guide for media content teams offers expert advice on getting it right every time.

Here’s how it works:
• Upload your video to Happy Scribe.
• Generate subtitles quickly with their hybrid transcription system.
• Edit in the interactive editor to fine-tune the results.
• Export in the right format for YouTube in just a few clicks.

Streamline Subtitling with our YouTube Integration

Happy Scribe’s integration with YouTube makes the whole process even smoother. You can sync your YouTube account directly, so importing videos from YouTube for transcription or subtitling is as easy as a few clicks. Once your video is in Happy Scribe, you can fine-tune the subtitles and upload them in YouTube.

Key benefits of Happy Scribe’s YouTube integration:
• Direct sync with your YouTube account for quick imports.
• Quick editing with the interactive subtitle editor.

It’s a time-saving, hassle-free solution that keeps your workflow efficient, so you can focus on creating great content!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is YouTube?

YouTube is a widely popular video-sharing platform where users can upload, view, and share videos. It's a primary platform for content creators, brands, and individuals to reach global audiences.

Who should use our YouTube subtitling services?

HappyScribe is the perfect platform for editors to quickly and affordably do video transcription for YouTube. Even native speakers and freelancers can greatly accelerate their workflow.

How long does it take to generate subtitles for YouTube?

If you choose to use our automatic subtitle generator, your subtitles will be ready in a matter of minutes. If you want your subtitles to be 99% accurate, you might be interested in our human YouTube subtitling service. In this case, your file will be available in 24 hours.

Do you offer subtitle translation?

Yes, we provide subtitle translation services to many languages.

Can I upload YouTube files from other platforms?

Yes, you can! We support importing files from many platforms such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Wistia, Vimeo, Youtube...

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