Extract captions from any TikTok or Reel

Paste a TikTok or Instagram Reel link and get the full caption text with timestamps — copy it, download SRT/VTT, or search in seconds. No signup, no API key.

Supported:TikTokInstagram Reels

Need a YouTube transcript? See our 2-click guide

See it in action

Paste a TikTok URL and get clean, timestamped captions in seconds.

tiktok-captions.txt
0:00okay so I have been trying this for weeks
0:03and I finally figured out the trick
0:06you literally just need to do this one thing
0:09I can not believe nobody talks about this
0:13let me show you exactly how it works
0:17first open the app and go to settings

Everything you need from a caption tool

No API keys. No rate limits. No account needed. Just paste and go.

Instant Extraction

Paste a TikTok URL, get the full caption transcript in seconds. No sign-up required.

Timestamps

Every line comes with an accurate timestamp so you can reference the exact moment in the video.

Multiple Formats

Export as plain text, SRT, VTT, or timestamped text. Ready for any workflow.

Search Within

Find any word or phrase in the captions instantly. Highlighted matches and result count.

Copy & Download

One-click copy to clipboard or download as a file. Formatted exactly as you chose.

Multi-Language

Supports every caption language the video offers, including auto-generated subtitles.

AI Summary

Generate a concise bullet-point summary of any transcript with one click. Powered by Gemini AI to save you time.

TikTok + Instagram

Extracts captions from TikTok videos and Instagram Reels. More platforms coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does CaptionSnag extract TikTok and Instagram captions?

Paste a TikTok video or Instagram Reel URL and CaptionSnag reads the caption track the platform attaches to the video — TikTok auto-captions most videos. Extraction is direct, with no API key or login. The full text appears with timestamps, ready to copy or download.

Can CaptionSnag extract YouTube transcripts?

No — YouTube blocks third-party tools from pulling transcripts, so no external extractor can do it reliably. You don't need one, though: YouTube has a built-in transcript viewer that gives you the full text in a couple of clicks. Our step-by-step guide shows exactly where to find it on desktop and mobile.

Does this work with any TikTok or Instagram video?

It works with any public TikTok video that has auto-captions enabled — most do. Instagram Reel support is more limited because Instagram exposes less caption data publicly, but public Reels with captions work. Private videos and videos with captions disabled will not.

What formats can I export the captions in?

You can export as plain text (just the words), timestamped text (each line prefixed with its time), SRT (industry-standard subtitle format), or WebVTT (web subtitle format used in HTML5 video).

Is there a limit on how many captions I can extract?

No. CaptionSnag is completely free with no rate limits, no account required, and no daily caps. Use it as much as you need.

Can I extract captions in languages other than English?

Yes. If the video has caption tracks in multiple languages, you can select any available language from the dropdown in the toolbar. TikTok auto-captions support many languages worldwide.

How does the AI Summary feature work?

The AI Summary uses Google Gemini to analyze the caption text and generate a concise set of bullet points covering the key topics discussed in the video.