Transcript → .srt
Free SRT Subtitle Generator
Paste a transcript and generate a timed .srt file using a speaking-rate estimate. Ideal for rough captions you can refine in an editor. No account required.
Quick answer
Free SRT Subtitle Generator is a free browser tool on Knowlify. Use it below with no signup. Media files are processed on your device and are not uploaded to our servers. For narrated training videos from documents, use https://create.knowlify.com.
How it works
Three steps, no account
01
Paste your transcript
Plain text works. Break paragraphs where you want natural caption groups.
02
Set WPM and max words per cue
Lower WPM creates longer on-screen time. Smaller cues are easier to read.
03
Download the SRT
Import into your editor or player. For full narrated videos with captions-friendly pacing, use Knowlify.
FAQ
Questions people ask about Free SRT Subtitle Generator
Are timings perfect?+
No. This is an estimate from speaking rate. Always spot-check against the final audio.
Do you support VTT?+
This tool exports SRT. Most editors can convert SRT to WebVTT in one step.
Is the SRT generator free?+
Yes. Turn a plain transcript into timed SRT cues with no signup.
How do I make an SRT from a transcript?+
Paste the transcript, set speaking pace and max words per cue, then download the SRT. Spot-check timings against the final audio.
Can I convert SRT to VTT next?+
Yes. Use the free SRT to VTT converter on Knowlify for HTML5 players and LMS uploads.
Do I need an account?+
No. Open the tool, use it in your browser, and download or copy the result.
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