ekstrakt

ekstrakt helps you extract the essence from any YouTube video without spending hours watching. Get key insights quickly, switch between summary styles, and focus on what matters—whether it’s a long lecture, a podcast-style episode, or a tutorial buried in filler.

Use ekstrakt on the web or directly on YouTube with the Chrome extension. For deeper context, you can ask specific questions and receive grounded answers tied to the exact moment in the video.

Choose the depth that fits your goal: a quick skim, a detailed breakdown, Straight to Answer for the shortest path to usefulness, or Ask a Question for targeted exploration. Summaries are also available for videos in other languages, with support across 22 languages.

What is ekstrakt used for?

ekstrakt generates AI-powered summaries of YouTube videos so you can understand key insights in seconds instead of watching the whole video.

Where can I use ekstrakt?

You can use ekstrakt on the web, via a Chrome extension that summarizes directly on YouTube, and through iOS and Android mobile apps (coming soon for mobile).

How do I control how detailed the summary is?

Pick from four summary depths: Short, Detailed, Straight to Answer, or Ask a Question—so you can skim or dive deeper as needed.

Can I ask questions about a specific video?

Yes. Ask a specific question to get an answer grounded in what was actually said, including the relevant moment with context.

Does ekstrakt support videos in languages other than English?

Yes. Summaries are available in 22 supported languages, regardless of the video’s original language.

Is there a free way to try ekstrakt?

Yes. You get 5 free summaries with no credit card required.