TikTok Transcript Generator
Turn any TikTok into text. Paste the video link and get the full transcript with timestamps – free, no login.
Public videos only.
How to get a TikTok transcript
Three steps, about ten seconds. Works on your phone and desktop.
Copy the TikTok link
In the TikTok app tap Share → Copy link. On desktop, copy the URL from the address bar.
Paste it above
Short links like vm.tiktok.com work too.
Get the script
Copy the transcript, or download it as TXT or SRT subtitles.
What people use transcripts for
The words in a video are often the most useful part. Get them out in a format you can work with.
Study what works
Read the hook and structure of a viral video instead of rewatching it ten times.
Repurpose your own videos
Turn a TikTok into a blog post, newsletter, thread or caption in minutes.
Quote accurately
Copy exact wording with timestamps for research, journalism or notes.
Make it accessible
Download SRT subtitles for viewers who watch without sound.
Simple, private, no account
You shouldn't have to hand over an email address to read a video.
No sign-up
Paste a link and go. No account, no app, no browser extension required.
Nothing stored
We never download or keep videos. Transcripts are cached briefly for speed, then deleted.
Not used for training
Your links and transcripts are never used to train AI models or sold to anyone.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get the transcript of a TikTok video?
Copy the video link (Share → Copy link), paste it into the box above and press Get transcript. The text appears in a few seconds.
Does it work for TikToks without captions?
Yes. If the creator didn't add captions, we transcribe the audio with speech recognition.
Can I download a TikTok transcript?
Yes – as plain text (.txt) or as subtitles (.srt) with timestamps.
Is this TikTok to text tool free?
Yes, and you don't need an account or the TikTok app.
Why use a TikTok transcript?
To study a viral hook, reuse your own script, write captions, quote a video accurately, or make content accessible.
Is Social Transcript affiliated with TikTok?
No. We're an independent tool and not affiliated with or endorsed by TikTok or ByteDance.