download-transcripts

Download YouTube video transcripts in bulk from a CSV file with rate limiting.

7|1|Updated Dec 6, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dparedesi/YTScribe --skill download-transcripts
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Skill: download-transcripts
Source: https://github.com/dparedesi/YTScribe/tree/main/.agent/skills/download-transcripts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dparedesi/YTScribe --skill download-transcripts

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the tedious process of downloading YouTube transcripts in bulk, saving significant time and effort compared to manual methods.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Bulk Downloads: Downloads transcripts for multiple videos efficiently.
  • Progress Tracking: Resumes interrupted downloads, ensuring no data is lost.
  • Rate Limiting: Includes built-in delays to prevent IP bans from YouTube.
  • Use Case: Download transcripts for an entire conference playlist or a series of educational videos overnight.

Quick Start

Use the download-transcripts skill to download transcripts for videos in the 'aws-reinvent-2025' folder with a 60-second delay between requests.

Frequently Asked Questions about download-transcripts

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I download YouTube transcripts in bulk from a list of video URLs?

To download YouTube transcripts in bulk, you need a CSV file containing the video URLs. The Skill automates fetching captions for each video sequentially, applying rate limiting delays to prevent IP blocking.

Can I resume a bulk YouTube transcript download if it gets interrupted?

Yes, bulk YouTube transcript downloads can be resumed if interrupted. The Skill implements progress tracking, ensuring that already fetched transcripts are skipped and no data is lost during the process.

Do I need a CSV file to automate downloading multiple YouTube video transcripts?

Yes, a CSV file with video URLs is required to automate downloading multiple YouTube transcripts. The Skill reads the URLs from the CSV to systematically fetch captions for each specified video.

What's the best way to prevent IP bans when scraping YouTube captions in bulk?

The best way to prevent IP bans when scraping YouTube captions is to use built-in rate limiting. The Skill applies configurable delays, such as a 60-second wait between requests, to safely acquire transcripts at scale.

Does this bulk transcript downloader work for archiving an entire conference playlist?

Yes, this bulk transcript downloader works for archiving an entire conference playlist or educational video series. It systematically processes multiple URLs from your CSV file overnight for large-scale content acquisition.

Why are my YouTube transcript requests getting blocked during large-scale downloads?

YouTube transcript requests get blocked during large-scale downloads due to rate limiting. Implementing safe delays between requests, like the 60-second delay this Skill uses, prevents YouTube from banning your IP.