WebVTT from MP3

Convert MP3 to VTT Captions Online

Upload an MP3 and generate WebVTT caption files for HTML5 video players, learning platforms, and web embeds that expect .vtt format.

LanguageFile uploads only · 100+ languages

Drop audio or video here

MP3, MP4, WAV, M4A, MOV, WebM and more · up to 6 GB each

Choose files

Record audio

Pause and resume anytime · up to 3 hours

Automatic transcription settings · target 128 kbps

  • No credit card required
  • Speaker labels
  • TXT, DOCX, SRT, VTT exports for all languages; PDF (basic ASCII only) for plain English text
  • Audio and video files

Supported formats: MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, WEBM, AAC, FLAC

Private uploads. Files are used to create your transcript and exports.

Free monthly minutes included. No credit card required to start.

Built for audio, video, meetings, podcasts, lectures and interviews.

TXT, DOCX, SRT, VTT for all languages. PDF (basic ASCII only) for plain English text.

Why this tool

Built for your workflow

Web-ready VTT output

Export WebVTT files compatible with HTML5 <track> elements and many LMS players.

Audio-only starting point

Create captions from MP3 narration without requiring a master video upload.

SRT also available

Switch to SRT export if your workflow needs traditional subtitle files instead.

Language flexibility

Transcribe MP3 files in 100+ languages with auto-detect.

How it works

From upload to export

  1. 1

    Upload your MP3

    Add an MP3 file containing the speech you want captioned.

  2. 2

    Transcribe and review

    Pick language settings and review the generated transcript.

  3. 3

    Export VTT file

    Download WebVTT and reference it in your web player or CMS.

Use cases

Common scenarios

HTML5 course players

Attach VTT captions to web-hosted lesson audio or video.

Internal knowledge base

Add captions to narrated help content embedded on company sites.

Prototype web players

Generate VTT during development before final media is locked.

Formats

Supported inputs and exports

Input formats

  • MP3
  • WAV
  • M4A
  • AAC
  • FLAC

Export options

  • TXT
  • DOCX
  • SRT
  • VTT
  • PDF (basic ASCII only)

Need traditional subtitles?

Use MP3 to SRT for editors, YouTube, and broad subtitle support

VTT is best for web players, while SRT is the safer default for most video editors and publishing platforms. Convert the same MP3 audio to SRT when you need traditional subtitle cues.

Open MP3 to SRT

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between VTT and SRT?
VTT (WebVTT) is commonly used for HTML5 web players, while SRT is widely supported in desktop editors.
Can I create VTT from MP3 without video?
Yes. VTT captions can be generated from audio-only MP3 uploads.
Does VTT include styling?
VoiceScribe exports standard timed WebVTT cues. Additional styling depends on your player.
Can I convert the same file to SRT?
Yes. Export SRT or VTT from the same transcript without re-uploading.

Ready to transcribe your file?

Upload now or open your dashboard for longer projects and saved transcripts.