Bring the link
Paste a public video URL, or switch to upload for a recording on your device.
YouTube
Your YouTube video. Now in words.
Turn a YouTube video into an editable transcript. Paste a public link, review the words and download your text as TXT, DOCX or PDF.
YouTube
YouTube to text — video transcription
Take useful ideas out of the timeline. BossyScript helps you turn recorded lectures, interviews, tutorials and YouTube Shorts into text you can search, edit and revisit without replaying the entire video.
Put your transcript to work
Build study notes from a lecture, find a quote in an interview or turn your own video into a first draft for an article. Review the result before publishing and make sure you have permission to use the source.
LESS REPLAYING. MORE CREATING.
How to get your transcript
Let us do the listening
Start the transcription and get on with your day. Find its status in your workspace.
Make the words yours
Review, edit and copy your transcript. Export it as TXT, DOCX or PDF.
COMMON QUESTIONS
FAQ
Everything you need to know before you start.
Which links or files can I use?
Use a public youtube.com/watch or youtu.be link, or a YouTube Shorts URL. The recording must be accessible to the transcription service. Private videos, paid content and an ongoing live broadcast may be unavailable.
Can I transcribe for free?
Yes. Free includes 1 successful transcription per day, with editing and TXT, DOCX and PDF exports. The 30-minute limit applies to files and direct media links. Supported social links have no website duration limit; availability depends on the source. Unlimited is $10 a month or $100 a year.
Can I edit and download the result?
Yes. Open your transcript in the editor, correct any names or wording, then copy the text or download the latest revision as TXT, DOCX or PDF. Always review important quotes against the recording.
Is my transcript public?
No. Transcripts belong to your signed-in account and are retained for 30 days by default. Download a copy before that period ends, or delete the transcript earlier from your history.
Why might a link fail?
The recording must be accessible and contain speech. Private, removed, region-restricted or login-only content may be unavailable. If you have permission and a local copy, try uploading the file instead.