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Upload your MP4 video
Select the MP4 file from your device.
- Supports MP4 files up to 500MB
- Works with common camera, screen recording, and meeting exports
- No separate audio extraction required
MP4 to SRT Converter
Upload an MP4 video and generate a synced SRT subtitle file for editing, publishing, accessibility, and translation workflows.
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Create subtitle files from local MP4 videos
When you already have the video file, MP4 to SRT is one of the most direct caption workflows. Vocova extracts the speech from your MP4, creates timestamped subtitle blocks, and lets you export SRT or VTT after review. It is useful for editors, educators, accessibility teams, creators, and businesses that need captions without manually typing and timing every line.
How it works
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Generate synced subtitles
Vocova transcribes the speech and aligns subtitle blocks to the video timeline.
- Subtitle-grade segment timestamps
- Speaker labels available for conversations
- Source language detected from the audio track
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Export SRT or VTT
Review the subtitle text and download a file for your editor or publishing platform.
- SRT for broad compatibility
- VTT for web video
- TXT, DOCX, PDF, and CSV also available
Features
Works with the MP4 files you actually have
Camera exports, phone recordings, OBS captures, Zoom and Teams downloads, Loom MP4 exports — Vocova reads the audio out of common MP4 containers without asking you to convert to MP3 or strip the video track first.
Subtitle-ready timing
Output is aligned to the video timeline so you can use it as the base for SRT or VTT captions.
Editor-friendly workflow
Import SRT files into Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, YouTube Studio, or many other subtitle-aware tools.
Language and speaker support
Transcribe many languages and keep multi-speaker recordings readable with speaker labels where possible.
Review before download
Edit names, technical terms, punctuation, and wording before exporting the final subtitle file.
Multiple exports from one upload
Use the same transcription to create SRT, VTT, TXT, DOCX, PDF, or CSV outputs.
Why choose Vocova
Caption videos without manual timing
Generate a synced SRT draft in minutes instead of building every caption by hand.
Make training videos searchable
Use subtitle and transcript exports to support internal training libraries.
Prepare accessibility assets
Create caption files for videos you publish or share with learners, customers, or employees.
Translate subtitle tracks
Start with source-language SRT and use it as the base for localization.
Work from local files
Use MP4 recordings from meetings, cameras, webinars, and screen capture tools.
Keep transcript records
Save a text or PDF transcript alongside the subtitle file for review and documentation.
Who can benefit
Video editors
Generate SRT drafts for local MP4 footage.
Course creators
Add captions to lessons and training videos.
Businesses
Caption webinars, demos, and meeting recordings.
Accessibility teams
Prepare caption files for owned video libraries.
Localization teams
Create source subtitles before translation.
Researchers
Subtitle and archive recorded interviews or field videos.
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert MP4 to SRT directly?
Yes. Upload an MP4 file, generate the transcript, review the subtitle text, and export SRT.
Does the SRT include timestamps?
Yes. SRT export includes timing based on the transcript segments, so it can be imported into subtitle tools and video editors.
Can I export VTT instead of SRT?
Yes. Vocova supports both SRT and VTT, plus TXT, DOCX, PDF, and CSV.
Will it work with screen recordings?
Yes, if the screen recording is an MP4 with supported audio. Clear speech improves accuracy.
Can I translate the subtitles?
Yes. After transcription, you can translate the transcript and export translated subtitle files.
Is the uploaded video made public?
No. Uploads are used to generate your transcript and subtitle outputs and are not published or shared by Vocova. Avoid uploading confidential, third-party, or otherwise sensitive content unless you have the right and consent to process it.
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