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SRT to VTT converter

Convert subtitles between SRT and WebVTT (both ways).

  • Free
  • No sign-up
  • Works on any device

About SRT to VTT converter

Converts subtitles between SRT and WebVTT in both directions. The main differences are that VTT starts with a WEBVTT header and uses full stops instead of commas in the timestamps. Web players using the HTML track element need VTT, while many desktop players prefer SRT.

How to use SRT to VTT converter

  1. Paste or open your subtitle file.
  2. Choose the direction, SRT to VTT or VTT to SRT.
  3. Copy or save the converted subtitles.

Why use this tool?

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Frequently asked questions

Which subtitle format do web browsers need?

HTML5 video tracks use WebVTT, so convert SRT files to VTT before using them on a website. Desktop players generally accept SRT.

What changes between SRT and VTT?

VTT starts with a WEBVTT line and uses a full stop instead of a comma in the times. The text and timing stay the same.

Do special characters and styling survive?

Plain text survives well. Extra styling and positioning are not the same in both formats, so check the converted file in your player.

Is SRT to VTT converter free?

Yes. SRT to VTT converter on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

Can I put SRT to VTT converter on my own website?

Yes. Use the Embed on your site button under the tool to copy a short piece of code and paste it into your page. It is free, needs no account, and the tool keeps working inside your page.

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