Subtitle and transcript translation in 80+ languages
Translate your video subtitles, captions and transcripts with AI in minutes, or have a professional linguist review every line. Your whole localization workflow in one editor.
4.6 on G2 4.7 on Trustpilot
SOC 2 Type II
GDPR compliant
Trusted by 6M+ users and 41,000+ teams of all sizes
Speak your audience’s language
HappyScribe’s AI translates your subtitles and transcripts into 80+ languages, from Spanish and German to Japanese and Arabic. Pick your target languages and get a first draft in minutes, with timestamps and speaker names intact.
AI translation, perfected by experts
No in-house language team? Our professional linguists review the AI translation line by line and fix tone, terminology and cultural references. Human translation is available in 60+ languages, under NDA if you need it.
Check every line side by side
Our dual-view editor shows the original and the translation next to each other, synced to your video. Fix a word, adjust a timecode and export SRT, VTT or a translated transcript in one click.
Subtitles adapted for every market
For films, ads or series, a literal translation is rarely enough. Our adaptation service rewrites subtitles around local idioms, humor and cultural references, so they sound natural to your audience.
Translation features and services
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Adaptation
Subtitles adapted to local culture, idioms and humor.
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Automatic translation
Translate transcripts and subtitles in one click.
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Translation editor
Original and translation side by side, synced to the video.
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Sharing links
Share translated subtitles with your team or clients, in view-only or edit mode.
Also included
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Expert translation
Professional linguists follow your style guide and brand voice, under signed NDAs.
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Formatting options
Customize subtitle fonts, backgrounds and position to match your brand.
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Glossaries
Create glossaries and style guides to keep terminology consistent.
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Security and confidentiality
GDPR compliant and SOC 2 Type II certified.
Other HappyScribe services
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AI Meeting Notetaker
Record Zoom, Google Meet and Teams calls and get a transcript, a summary and action items.
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Loved by teams around the world
Rated 4.6 on G2
I've been using HappyScribe for three years, and I still prefer it over any other A.I. transcription service or notetaker I've tried.
I love the agility and quality of HappyScribe, especially the quality of the summaries.
The transcription performance is the best out of the different services I've tested (Fireflies, Fathom, Gemini).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I translate subtitles with HappyScribe?
Upload your video or audio file, generate subtitles or a transcript, then click Translate and pick your target languages. The AI translation is ready in minutes: review it in the dual-view editor and export it as SRT, VTT or another format.
How many languages can you translate into?
AI translation covers 80+ languages, including the major European, Asian and Middle Eastern languages. Human translation by our professional linguists is available in 60+ languages.
How reliable is AI translation?
AI translation gives you a solid first draft in minutes, which works well for internal use, research or social media. For films, marketing campaigns or legal content, add expert review: a native linguist checks meaning, tone and terminology.
Do you offer human translation?
Yes. Our professional linguists translate or review your subtitles and transcripts in 60+ languages, follow your glossary and style guide, and sign an NDA on request. Most projects are delivered within 24 hours. Contact our sales team for a quote.
Can I translate a transcript, not just subtitles?
Yes. Any transcript can be translated in the same editor and exported as a text document (Word, PDF, TXT) or as subtitles.
Is my content secure?
HappyScribe is GDPR compliant and SOC 2 Type II certified. Your files are encrypted in transit and at rest, and you can delete them at any time.
Customer Reviews
4.7/5 on Trustpilot
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Haven't found more easy set of tools to translate a video in all my years as a translator! HappyScribe knows what it's doing in this new era!
Rick Gaxiola Trustpilot -
I have used HappyScribe for more than a year to transcribe videos and translate them. The editing tool is very useful. For me, HappyScribe is an indispensable work tool.
Francisco Lozano Trustpilot -
Excellent captioning as well as caption translation platform. A real game changer.
Eduardo Villalobos Trustpilot