Create Subtitles from Video Links on Mac

A video link.
A local subtitle project.

Bring a supported video into your local subtitle workflow. Download the recording first, then transcribe, translate and review it on your Mac.

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Apple Silicon · macOS 14.4 or later · 7-day free trial

Polyglot import video links workspace with a prepared sample.

Import a supported link

Open Create, choose Import from link and paste an accessible YouTube, Vimeo or other supported video URL. Only use videos you own or are authorized to download and process. Site support can change and an accessible page does not guarantee an available download.

Keep the downloaded file

The video is saved in Downloads. An internet connection is required to retrieve it; subtitle inference then runs locally after model setup. Model setup and download failures can be retried without counting a completed transcription.

Review before sharing

Generate the original subtitles and check the draft alongside playback. Add translations when you need them. Export SRT tracks for your authorized publishing workflow. This feature does not bypass private access, passwords, DRM or live-stream restrictions.

Before you begin.

Can I transcribe a private or DRM-protected video?

No. Use a local file you are authorized to process instead.

Is the downloaded video deleted after transcription?

No. The download remains in your Downloads folder, and the subtitle project references it locally.

When does the trial start for a video link?

The seven-day trial starts when transcription begins, after the download and model setup. The app checks trial or Pro access before downloading a new video for transcription.

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