Turn Instagram videos into text
Paste the link to a public Instagram video or Reel, or upload the file, and get the spoken words as an editable transcript.
Free plan: download as TXT. Paid plan: also DOCX, SRT and VTT.
Choose audio or video
Drag an audio or video file here or
MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV and other formatsHow it works
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Paste the Instagram link
Copy the link to a public post or Reel and paste it into the box above. You can also upload the video file.
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We transcribe the speech
The audio is fetched and transcribed with AI. Choose the spoken language, or let it be detected automatically.
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Copy or download
Edit the text, then copy it or download it as TXT. The paid plan adds DOCX and SRT or VTT subtitles.
What you can do with an Instagram transcript
Captions for Reels
Get the spoken text and timing to make subtitles for your own Reels and stories.
Repurpose your content
Turn a video into a post, caption, newsletter or blog draft without retyping what you said.
Research and saving ideas
Keep the words of a useful video as searchable notes instead of rewatching it.
Accessibility
Provide a text version for people who cannot listen to the audio.
Files work too
If a link cannot be fetched, download the video and upload the file. MP4 and MOV are supported.
Multiple languages
Transcribe English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese, Hindi, Arabic, Urdu, Russian and Ukrainian speech.
Instagram video to text: frequently asked questions
How do I convert an Instagram video to text?▾
Paste the link to the video or Reel into the box at the top of this page and start the transcription. If you have the video file, you can upload it instead.
Does it work with private accounts?▾
No. Links to private or restricted content cannot be fetched. For your own private videos, download the file and upload it here.
What if the link does not work?▾
Some sources block automatic downloads. Save the video to your device and upload the file instead.
Can I get subtitles for my Reel?▾
Yes, on the paid plan. Export the transcript as an SRT or VTT file and add it in your video editor.
Should I only transcribe videos I own?▾
Transcribing your own videos is always fine. For other people's content, respect the creator's rights and do not republish it without permission.
Which download formats are free?▾
The free plan lets you download the transcript as a TXT file. The paid plan also includes DOCX, SRT and VTT.