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transcriptapi

Fetch YouTube video transcripts, search results, channel uploads, and playlist contents via API.

497|54|Updated Feb 1, 2026
Search Tags:#transcript#api#search#youtube#channel#video data#playlist
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill transcriptapi
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: transcriptapi
Source: https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills/tree/main/clawhub/transcriptapi
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill transcriptapi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides programmatic access to YouTube video transcripts, search results, channel data, and playlist information, eliminating the need for complex scraping or third-party tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fetch Transcripts: Get full transcripts for any YouTube video, with or without timestamps.
  • Search YouTube: Find relevant videos or channels based on a query.
  • Browse Channels: List all videos uploaded by a specific channel or retrieve the latest uploads.
  • Explore Playlists: Extract all videos contained within a YouTube playlist.
  • Use Case: Automatically summarize the key points of a YouTube tutorial by fetching its transcript and feeding it to a language model.

Quick Start

Get the transcript for the YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ.

Frequently Asked Questions about transcriptapi

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch a YouTube video transcript programmatically?▼

Fetch a YouTube video transcript by calling the TranscriptAPI endpoint with a valid video ID and API key. The API returns the full transcript text, either with or without timestamps, depending on the parameters you set.

Can I search for YouTube channels and videos without web scraping?▼

Search for YouTube channels and videos without scraping by calling the TranscriptAPI search endpoints with a query string and API key. The API returns structured video and channel metadata matching your search terms.

Do I need a Node.js environment to use the YouTube TranscriptAPI?▼

Yes, a Node.js environment is required to run this Skill. The toolkit is built as Node.js scripts and requires a valid TranscriptAPI key to authenticate requests for video transcripts, channel uploads, and playlist contents.

What's the best way to extract all video data from a YouTube playlist?▼

Extract all video data from a YouTube playlist by calling the TranscriptAPI playlist endpoint with the playlist ID and your API key. The API returns a structured list of all videos contained in that playlist.

How do I list all uploaded videos from a specific YouTube channel?▼

List all uploaded videos from a specific YouTube channel by calling the TranscriptAPI channel browsing endpoint with the channel ID and your API key. The API returns the channel's uploads or latest videos.

What are the limitations of using an API for YouTube video data extraction?▼

Limitations of using an API for YouTube video data extraction include the strict requirement of a valid API key for authentication. Data retrieval is also bound to the specific endpoints provided, covering transcripts, search, channels, and playlists.

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