YouTube subtitle download — multi-language, multi-format
Subtitles are huge for language learning, comprehension and remix work. Meowload offers two convenient ways to download YouTube subtitles — multiple languages and formats, for any scenario.
Option 1: Desktop app (recommended for SRT)
Steps
- Copy the video link — find the YouTube video and copy its share link (e.g.
https://youtu.be/Ah_uuTwGOYU) - Open Meowload — launch the desktop app and pick Link download in the left menu
- Paste and extract — paste the YouTube link and click the green Extract button
- Pick a language and download — if the video has subtitles, the results table will show them. Click the language drop-down on the right and pick what you need (e.g. Simplified Chinese, English), then hit Download
Highlights
- Simple workflow — same as downloading video, audio, images; you can grab everything at once
- SRT by default — the most universally compatible subtitle format
- Format limit — SRT only; for other formats use Option 2
Option 2: Web tool (multiple formats)
Steps
- Open the web tool — go to the Meowload YouTube subtitle downloader
- Paste and extract — paste the YouTube link into the box and click Single link extract
- Pick language and format — once parsed, the page lists every available language. For each language, the format drop-down next to the label lets you choose the subtitle format
- Download — pick a language and format, then click Download to save
Supported subtitle formats
| Format | Description | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| SRT | The most universal subtitle format | Video editors, players, subtitle-translation tools |
| VTT | Web video subtitle standard | Web players, HTML5 video |
| TTML | Timed Text Markup Language | Pro video production, broadcast |
| JSON3 | JSON-formatted subtitle data | Developers, data analysis, programmatic processing |
| SRV1 / SRV2 / SRV3 | YouTube's native subtitle formats | Special use cases, format research |
Highlights
- Rich formats — SRT / VTT / TTML / JSON3 / SRV1 / SRV2 / SRV3 and more
- No install — works on any device through the web
FAQ
Q: What if the video has no subtitles?
A: Some videos have no uploaded subtitles, in which case no subtitle option shows in the results. Try checking if the video has auto-generated subtitles.
Q: Are the subtitles bilingual?
A: Subtitles are single-language. For bilingual, download both languages and merge them with a subtitle editor.
Q: How do I use the subtitle file?
A: SRT subtitles load in players like VLC or PotPlayer, or import into editors like PR or Jianying (CapCut).