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PodText
About PodText
PodText converts podcast episodes, audio recordings, and video files into accurate, timestamped transcripts. Users can paste links from platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, or YouTube, or upload files directly, without downloading or installing software. The service supports over 99 languages, auto-detects language, and converts Chinese to preferred scripts while maintaining quality on long audio. Transcripts include AI-generated summaries, chapters, and highlights, enabling quick review and reuse. Outputs are available in multiple formats including SRT, VTT, TXT, and Markdown for subtitles, documents, or notes. The tool is designed for creators, teams, and learners who need to repurpose content, improve discoverability, or create searchable archives of spoken material.
Key features
- Transcribe from Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, YouTube, Xiaoyuzhou, and RSS links
- Auto-detects language and converts Chinese to preferred script
- AI-generated summaries, chapters, and highlights
- Timestamped transcripts with navigation
- Export in SRT, VTT, TXT, and Markdown formats
- Supports 20+ audio and video file formats
- Permanent audio storage included
- Priority queue for higher-tier plans
Use cases
- Convert podcast episodes into show notes, blog posts, and social media clips
- Create searchable archives of lectures, seminars, or interviews for research
- Generate subtitles or captions from video content for publishing
Pros
- Supports direct transcription from podcast platforms via URL without downloads
- Handles multiple file formats including MP3, WAV, MP4, and MOV
- Provides AI-generated summaries, chapters, and highlights alongside transcripts
- Offers export in multiple formats including SRT, VTT, TXT, and Markdown
- No installation or software setup required
Cons
- No free tier beyond initial 60-minute trial
- Requires credits for transcription, with partial minutes rounded up
- No mention of real-time or live transcription capabilities
- Limited to supported file formats and platforms
Frequently asked questions about PodText
What is PodText and what does it do?
PodText converts podcast episodes, audio recordings, and video files into accurate, timestamped transcripts. Users can paste links from platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, or YouTube, or upload files directly without downloading or installing software.
Who is PodText designed for?
The tool is designed for creators, teams, and learners who need to repurpose content, improve discoverability, or create searchable archives of spoken material.
What languages does PodText support?
PodText supports over 99 languages, with auto-detection and Chinese script conversion while maintaining quality on long audio.
What formats can I export transcripts in?
Transcripts can be exported in SRT, VTT, TXT, and Markdown formats for subtitles, documents, or notes.
Does PodText offer a free trial?
Yes, PodText offers a free tier with 60 minutes of transcription without requiring a credit card to start.
How does PodText's pricing model work?
PodText uses a credit-based system where 1 credit equals 1 minute of transcription. Credits are only charged when transcription starts and are refunded if it fails.
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