Hardsub to Subtitle
Paste a video link or upload a file with burned-in subtitles, mark where they appear, and get an editable SRT file.
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Upload a video with burned-in subtitles
Pick the video, then drag the box over the subtitle line. Only the selected area is read.
Turn burned-in subtitles into an SRT file
Hardsubs are part of the picture, so they cannot be downloaded as text. DownSub reads them from the video frames and times every line for you.
sample-episode.en.srt
100:00:12,400 --> 00:00:15,100Meet me at the station at dawn.
200:00:15,600 --> 00:00:18,200Bring only what you can carry.
How it works
- 1
Add the video
Paste a video link or choose a file from your device. Pick a time range if you only need part of it.
- 2
Mark the subtitle area
Drag the box over the line where subtitles appear. Only that area is read.
- 3
Download the SRT
Every line comes back timed to the video. Choose a target language to translate it in the same run.
Built for burned-in subtitles
Language detected for you
The subtitle language is detected automatically, or you can set a hint yourself.
Timing from the video
Start and end times are taken from the frames where each line appears.
Only the area you mark
Logos, credits and other on-screen text stay out of the result.
Translate in one run
Pick a target language and get the translated subtitle without a second step.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hardsub?
A hardsub is a subtitle burned into the video image. It has no text track behind it, so the only way to get the text is to read it from the frames.
Which languages are supported?
Most languages written in horizontal lines, plus vertical Chinese and Japanese subtitles. For subtitles that run top to bottom, choose Vertical above the video.
How much does it cost?
Hardsub to Subtitle is a Pro feature. It costs 5 credits per minute of the video or time range you process.
How long can the video be?
Up to 2 hours at a time. For a longer video, process one time range at a time.
Can I paste a video link?
Yes. Paste a link from YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, X and similar sites, or upload a video file.
How accurate is the result?
Clear, high-contrast subtitles read best. Stylized fonts or busy backgrounds can cause mistakes, so review the SRT before you use it.