How do I get a timestamped transcript from a video or podcast?
You get a timestamped transcript by importing the YouTube video, the public podcast feed, or the file, then editing the words without moving the times. RepurposeKit keeps each section attached to its moment so later posts can point back to the source.
What the transcript includes
A YouTube import prefers public captions and keeps start times. A podcast RSS feed or an uploaded MP3, MP4, WAV, or M4A file is transcribed when automatic transcription is configured.
The transcript is grouped into readable sections. You can search inside it, copy one section, and edit the words. Timestamps stay fixed.
Why timestamps matter
Short posts and show notes are more trustworthy when you can see where a line came from. Editing a wrong name or number in the transcript, then regenerating, keeps the rest of the episode attached to the same times.
How do I transcribe a podcast from an RSS feed?
Paste the public feed. RepurposeKit reads the latest episode. An uploaded MP3, MP4, WAV, or M4A works when the episode is not in a feed you can share. Sources can be up to 3 hours.
How do I fix a name without losing the timestamp?
Edit the words in that section and leave the time alone. Times are fixed on purpose. Save, then regenerate the drafts so the new text uses the correction.
How to use it
- Import. Paste a YouTube link or public podcast RSS URL, or upload an audio or video file.
- Review. Read the timestamped transcript, search for a name or claim, and fix any mistakes.
- Regenerate. Save the transcript and regenerate the content pack so new drafts use your edits.
Questions
- Does transcription edit the video?
- No. RepurposeKit only produces text. It does not cut, caption, or republish the video.
- How long can the source be?
- YouTube videos, podcast episodes, and uploads can be up to 3 hours.
- Can I correct the transcript?
- Yes. Edit the words in each section. Timestamps cannot be changed. Save, then regenerate the drafts.