What video formats are supported?

MP4, WebM, MOV, M4V, AVI, and MKV — up to 100 MB. For high-quality 1080p recordings, that covers approximately 5–30 minutes; for compressed video, up to 60 minutes.

How does video transcription work?

We extract the audio track from your video and run it through Deepgram's nova-3 speech-to-text model. Only the spoken audio matters — visuals are not analyzed. You get the same accuracy as dedicated audio transcription.

How accurate is the video transcription?

Deepgram nova-3 achieves a word error rate of approximately 3–5% on clean English audio — among the highest accuracy available. Results depend on audio clarity, speaker accents, and background noise. Clear recordings typically yield near-perfect transcripts.

Can I transcribe screen recordings or tutorials?

Yes. Screen recordings in MP4 or WebM format work well as long as the speaker audio is clear. Recorded webinars, software demos, and online course videos are common use cases.

Can I get timestamps in the transcript?

Word-level timestamps are available to signed-in users. Free anonymous transcription returns a clean paragraph-formatted transcript without timestamps.

How many free transcriptions do I get?

1 free transcription per day without signing in. Create a free account to unlock 20 credits with no expiry — no credit card required.

What languages are supported?

30+ languages. The tool auto-detects the language spoken in the video — no manual selection needed.

Is my video stored on your servers?

Your file is uploaded to private storage so sipsip can process the transcription job. Uploads are not published by object path. Signed-in users can revisit the finished transcript in their history.

What is the difference between this and the audio transcriber?

The video transcriber accepts video file formats (MP4, WebM, MOV) and extracts audio before transcribing. The audio transcriber is optimized for pure audio files (MP3, M4A, WAV). Both use the same Deepgram nova-3 engine under the hood.

Is my video deleted after transcription?

Uploaded files are processed and not retained for public access. If you are not signed in, files are transient. Signed-in users can revisit transcripts in their dashboard without the original file being re-processed.

Can I convert a YouTube video to text?

Yes — download the YouTube video as an MP4 first (using YouTube's own download option or a tool like yt-dlp), then upload it to sipsip.ai's free video transcriber. You'll get a full, searchable transcript in under 30 seconds. For public YouTube videos, the dedicated YouTube Transcript tool at sipsip.ai/tools/youtube-transcript is even faster — no download needed. Try it free at sipsip.ai/tools/video-transcriber

What is the best free video to text converter?

sipsip.ai's free video transcriber is one of the most accurate options available — it uses Deepgram nova-3, which delivers a ~3–5% word error rate on clean audio. Unlike many free tools, it requires no sign-up for your first transcription and supports MP4, MOV, WebM, M4V, AVI, and MKV up to 100 MB. Try it free at sipsip.ai/tools/video-transcriber

How do I get a transcript from a video file?

Upload your video file (MP4, MOV, or WebM) to sipsip.ai's free video transcriber. The AI engine extracts the audio track and converts all speech to text in under 30 seconds. No account is needed for your first transcription — just drop the file and click Transcribe. Try it free at sipsip.ai/tools/video-transcriber

Is there a free online video transcriber with no watermark?

Yes. sipsip.ai's video transcriber is completely free for your first transcription with no watermarks, no branding added to your output, and no sign-up required. The plain-text transcript is yours to copy or download. Create a free account to unlock 20 additional credits with no expiry. Try it free at sipsip.ai/tools/video-transcriber

Where can I learn more about video transcription — formats, accuracy, and workflows?

Read the complete guide at https://sipsip.ai/blog/video-transcription-complete-guide — every supported format, accuracy benchmarks across content types, and real workflows for creators, educators, and researchers.

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Free Video Transcriber — Transcribe Video to Text

Upload any video file and transcribe it to text in seconds. MP4, WebM, MOV — accurate AI transcription powered by Deepgram nova-3. No sign-up for first use.

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MP4, WebM, MOV, M4V · max 100 MB

~3–5%

Word Error Rate (clean audio)

<30s

Average transcription time

100 MB

Max file size (~60 min)

30+

Languages auto-detected

How Video Transcription Works

Upload your video

Drop any MP4, WebM, or video file up to 100 MB. We handle the rest — no conversion needed.

AI extracts & transcribes

Deepgram nova-3 extracts the audio track and converts all speech to text in under 30 seconds.

Copy your transcript

Get a clean, formatted transcript ready to use for captions, notes, or content repurposing.

sipsip vs Other Video Transcription Tools

How sipsip compares to Kapwing, Rev.ai, and Descript for free video-to-text transcription.

Feature	sipsip.ai	Kapwing	Rev.ai	Descript
Free tier	✅ 1/day, no signup	✅ Limited	❌ Paid only	✅ Limited
Sign-up required	❌ No	✅ Required	✅ Required	✅ Required
AI engine	Deepgram nova-3	Proprietary	Rev.ai ASR	Deepgram
Max file size (free)	100 MB	~250 MB	N/A (paid)	1 hr (free)
Languages	30+	~70	38	~25
Speaker diarization	✅ (signed in)	❌	✅ (paid)	✅ (paid)
Exports transcript	✅ Copy/download	✅ + SRT/VTT	✅ JSON/SRT	✅ Multiple

Who Uses This Video Transcriber

Content creators

Generate captions and subtitles for YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram Reels directly from your video files. Skip manual captioning and repurpose video content as blog posts or social copy in minutes.

Journalists & researchers

Transcribe recorded interviews, documentaries, or video reports instantly. Pull exact quotes without rewatching footage and create a searchable archive of sources.

Educators

Convert lecture recordings, webinars, and tutorial videos into readable transcripts. Share transcripts with students for accessibility and study support.

Marketing teams

Repurpose video content into blog posts, social media copy, or email newsletters without manual re-typing. One video can generate weeks of written content.

Legal & compliance

Create written records of depositions, hearings, or recorded testimonies. Transcripts are searchable and easier to cite than video timestamps.

Students

Transcribe recorded seminars, group presentations, or video study materials. Search key terms in the transcript to find specific sections without rewatching.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about turning video files into transcripts.

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