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Add subtitles to your video automatically

Add subtitles to your videos, Shorts and Reels: upload the clip, fix the text, pick a font style and download it ready to post. Free and online.

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How it works

Three steps, nothing to install and no account needed.

1

Upload the video

Drag your clip or pick it from your device (MP4, MOV and more).

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Pick the style

Fix the text if needed and pick the font style that fits your content best.

3

Download

Get the video with the subtitles already burned in, ready to upload to TikTok, Reels or Shorts.

Why use this tool

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TikTok and Reels style

Big, catchy subtitles, the kind that hold attention best on vertical.

Automatic

We transcribe and sync the text for you. You just pick the style.

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Editable

Fix any word before downloading; the video is rebuilt instantly.

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Several styles

Classic, yellow, karaoke, highlighted, neon… pick the one that matches your brand.

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More views

80% watch without sound: with subtitles they still get it and stick around longer.

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No signup

We don't ask for email or card. Just upload the video and you're done.

Frequently asked questions

Is it really free?

Yes. You can subtitle videos for free every day. There's a generous daily limit; if you upload a lot of material, there's a paid plan.

What does "burned-in subtitles" mean?

It means they're baked right into the video, as part of the image. That way they always show up on TikTok, Reels or Shorts, even if the platform doesn't display subtitles.

Can I edit the text?

Yes. We show you the text we detected and you can change any word before downloading. The video gets rebuilt with your fix.

Does it work for vertical and horizontal videos?

Yes, both. The subtitles adapt to the format. For TikTok/Reels, vertical (9:16) is ideal.

What languages does it work in?

In the language of the video, and we can also translate the subtitles into another language. We work with AI so the text and timing turn out great.

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Frequently asked questions

What video formats can I upload to burn subtitles into?

Creatoolkit supports common formats like MP4, MOV, WebM, and MKV. MP4 is recommended for the best compatibility once the subtitles are burned in.

Can I upload my own SRT or VTT file instead of auto-generating captions?

Yes, you can upload an existing SRT or VTT file and burn it directly into the video. This is useful if you already edited your captions elsewhere and just need them hardcoded.

Which languages are supported for automatic transcription?

The auto-transcription works with dozens of languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and more. Accuracy is highest with clear audio and minimal background noise.

Can I edit the subtitle text before burning it into the video?

Yes, you can review and edit each caption line, fix typos, and adjust timing before exporting. This is important because auto-generated captions can mishear names, slang, or technical terms.

Will burning subtitles reduce my video quality?

The export keeps the original resolution and aspect ratio, so a 1080p vertical video stays 1080p. There is a small re-encoding step, but the visual loss is minimal for normal viewing.

How do I style the captions to look like TikTok or Reels?

You can change the font, size, color, outline, background box, and position to match popular Shorts styles. Word-by-word highlighting is also available for that bouncy caption look.

Why should I hardcode subtitles instead of using YouTube's CC button?

Hardcoded subtitles always show, even when viewers watch with sound off or when the platform hides the CC button by default. This is especially important for Shorts, Reels, and TikTok where most people watch muted.

Is there a length or file size limit per video?

There are reasonable limits to keep the tool free and fast, so very long videos may need to be split. Short-form content under a few minutes processes without issues.

Can I burn subtitles into a vertical 9:16 Shorts video?

Yes, the tool detects vertical, square, and horizontal aspect ratios and positions the captions accordingly. You can also drag the caption box to place it exactly where you want.

What happens if the auto-generated timing is slightly off?

You can manually shift individual lines earlier or later in the editor before exporting. For small global offsets, adjusting a few key lines usually fixes the drift across the whole video.

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