Question 1

How does Video to Text work?

Accepted Answer

Your video is processed in two steps. First, audio is extracted directly in your browser using FFmpeg WebAssembly — your video file never leaves your device. Then only the audio track is uploaded to our transcription server powered by OpenAI Whisper.

Question 2

Which video formats are supported?

Accepted Answer

MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, WebM, and FLV files are supported. Most common video formats from cameras, screen recorders, and online downloads are compatible.

Question 3

Is my video file sent to the server?

Accepted Answer

No. The video file stays entirely in your browser. Only the extracted audio (a small MP3 file) is uploaded to the transcription server. This makes the process much faster and more private.

Question 4

How accurate is the transcription?

Accepted Answer

Accuracy depends on audio quality and the selected model. The Turbo and Medium models deliver the best results. Clear speech with minimal background noise typically yields 95%+ accuracy.

Question 5

What is the file size limit?

Accepted Answer

The maximum video file size is 500 MB. The tool will extract audio from the video, so the actual audio sent for transcription is much smaller.

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