subtitles

Retrieve timestamped subtitles from YouTube videos using a TranscriptAPI key.

497|54|Updated Feb 1, 2026

Search Tags:#language learning #translation #subtitles #video content #youtube #transcripts

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill subtitles-zeropointrepo

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: subtitles
Source: https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills/tree/main/clawhub/subtitles
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill subtitles-zeropointrepo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to easily retrieve subtitles from YouTube videos, which can be challenging to access directly, enabling better understanding and accessibility of video content.

Core Features & Use Cases

Subtitle Retrieval: Fetches subtitles for any YouTube video.
Language Support: Supports multiple languages for subtitles.
Timestamped Output: Provides synchronized timestamps for reading along or translation.
Use Case: A user wants to learn a new language and needs the transcript of a YouTube tutorial in that language, with timestamps to follow along.

Quick Start

Use the subtitles skill to get the English subtitles for the YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ.

Frequently Asked Questions about subtitles

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I get YouTube subtitles for language learning?▼

You can get YouTube subtitles by providing a video URL to retrieve timestamped transcripts. This supports multiple languages, enabling you to follow along with tutorials for synchronized reading and translation.

Can I extract transcripts from any YouTube video?▼

Yes, you can extract transcripts from YouTube videos for content analysis and translation. You need a valid video URL and a TranscriptAPI key to authenticate access and retrieve the available subtitle tracks.

What's the best way to retrieve timestamped YouTube transcripts?▼

The best way to retrieve timestamped YouTube transcripts is using a dedicated subtitles retrieval tool. It fetches synchronized subtitle data directly from the video, providing timestamped output for accurate reading and translation.

Do I need a TranscriptAPI key to fetch video subtitles?▼

Yes, you need a TranscriptAPI key for authentication and access to video content. The key is required to successfully retrieve subtitles from YouTube videos for any language learning or translation tasks.

How to fetch subtitles from a YouTube video URL?▼

To fetch subtitles, input the YouTube video URL into the retrieval tool. The tool authenticates via a TranscriptAPI key and returns timestamped subtitle text in the available languages supported by that specific video.