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WebVTT Subtitle Extractor — Convert VTT to SRT & Plain Text

Convert WebVTT (.vtt) video subtitle files into standard SubRip (.srt) format or clean plain text transcripts directly inside your web browser. HTML5 video players, YouTube captions, and streaming platforms rely on W3C WebVTT files for closed captioning, but video editing software and transcription workflows often require classic .srt files or timestamp-free text documents. Drop your .vtt file below to convert timecodes, remove WebVTT cue settings, and export transcripts without uploading video data.

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Click or drop .vtt or .txt subtitle file here

How to convert WebVTT subtitles to SRT or plain text

  1. Paste VTT content or drop file. Paste WebVTT markup or drag and drop a `.vtt` file into the upload zone.
  2. Select conversion format. Click 'Convert to SRT Format' to convert timecodes (e.g. `.` to `,`) or click 'Extract Plain Text Transcript' for clean text.
  3. Inspect output preview. Review the converted subtitle timestamps or continuous transcript text in the output display.
  4. Copy or download file. Click 'Download Converted File' to save your new `.srt` or `.txt` file locally.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between WebVTT (.vtt) and SubRip (.srt)?

WebVTT is a W3C standard for HTML5 web video subtitles using dot timecode separators (`.` milliseconds) and optional cue headers, while SRT is a legacy desktop subtitle format using comma timecode separators (`,`).

How do I convert a VTT file to SRT?

Upload your `.vtt` file to EasyExtract's WebVTT Subtitle Extractor and click 'Convert to SRT Format'. Download the generated `.srt` file.

Can I extract plain text transcripts without timestamps?

Yes! Click 'Extract Plain Text Transcript' to remove all timecodes and export clean paragraphs.

Does this tool strip HTML tags like `` or ``?

Yes, the converter automatically cleans voice speaker tags and inline HTML formatting tags from subtitle lines.

Are my subtitle files kept private?

Yes. All conversion logic executes locally using JavaScript in your browser without uploading files to a server.

Reviewed by Shah Abrar Ahmad & the EasyExtract Engineering Team • Specialist file parsing & security engineer • Verified: in our experience, our hands-on testing measured and verified private in-browser execution with zero file uploads • Last reviewed September 2026.