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YouTube Shorts Captions Generator
Add animated captions to your YouTube Shorts. AI transcribes your speech and burns bold, eye-catching subtitles into the video — optimized for the Shorts format. Stand out in the feed and boost viewer retention.
Drop files here or click to browse
Max 100 MB
or press ⌘+V to paste
Processed on our servers — requires a free account
Bold Pop preset is pre-selected for maximum visibility on Shorts
Choose the spoken language or leave on Auto-detect
Click Process — AI transcribes and burns animated captions into the video
Features
Bold Pop preset — large yellow text with red highlight, optimized for vertical video
AI-powered transcription with word-level timing via AI
Burned-in captions always visible — no reliance on YouTube's auto-captions
Works across platforms — same video for Shorts, Reels, and TikTok
Frequently Asked Questions
Why add captions to YouTube Shorts?
Most Shorts viewers watch without sound. Burned-in captions ensure your message reaches every viewer, increase average watch time, and improve the chance of your Short being recommended by the algorithm.
Can I use the same captioned video on other platforms?
Yes — captions are burned directly into the video file. Upload the same file to TikTok, Instagram Reels, Twitter/X, or any other platform without re-captioning.
Which caption style works best for YouTube Shorts?
Bold Pop is great for high-energy Shorts — large yellow text with a red highlight that stands out. For a more polished look, try Clean Minimal. For the viral MrBeast style, choose the MrBeast preset.