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Convert SRT to VTT

Web video players use WebVTT, while most subtitle tools export SRT. The two are close cousins, so conversion is instant and keeps every timestamp exact.

  • Nothing is uploaded
  • Free, no sign-up, no watermark
  • Works offline once loaded

How to use Subtitle Converter

  1. 1

    Add the subtitle file

    Drop an SRT, VTT, ASS or SSA file on the drop zone, or paste the text.

  2. 2

    Choose the format

    Under Convert to pick SRT, VTT, ASS or Text.

  3. 3

    Convert and download

    Press Convert. The converted file appears instantly; copy it or Download it.

Why use Aback Video for this

  • Instant

    Subtitle files are text, so conversion is immediate, with no engine to load.

  • Exact timing

    Every timestamp is kept to the millisecond.

  • Repairs common problems

    Broken numbering, stray blank lines and mixed line endings are fixed; styling tags are cleaned for formats that do not support them.

  • Private

    Your file is read in the browser and never uploaded.

Frequently asked questions

What changes between SRT and VTT?

VTT adds a WEBVTT header, uses a dot instead of a comma before milliseconds, and does not need cue numbers. The text and timing stay the same.

Can I use the VTT with an HTML video tag?

Yes. Add it with a track element, kind set to subtitles, and the browser shows the captions.

What is the difference between SRT and VTT?

Both list numbered lines with start and end times. SRT uses commas in times (00:01:02,500) and is the most widely supported. VTT uses dots, starts with a WEBVTT header and is the format web video players need.

What happens to ASS styling when converting to SRT?

SRT has no positions or detailed styles, so they are removed and only the text and timing remain. Italic and bold are kept where possible.

What does Text output contain?

Only the spoken lines, without numbers or times. Useful as a transcript or for translation.

Is my file uploaded?

No. Conversion runs in your browser.

Can it read files with different encodings?

UTF-8 and UTF-16 files are detected automatically. Older files in other encodings may show wrong characters; re-save them as UTF-8 first.

Does it work on phones?

Yes. It is instant on any device.

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