VideoToShorts

VideoToShorts turns long videos into ready-to-post vertical shorts. Paste a YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, or Facebook link (or upload a file), then read the transcript like a manuscript to find the exact moment you want.

Highlight the lines, and export a 9:16 short video with timed, burned-in captions (720p or 1080p) and no watermark. AI suggestions can help point to potential moments, but your highlighted text is what determines the cut.

You can also download transcripts for free without an account (text or .srt). Start with a free account for three welcome clips—no card needed—and keep your files available for 30 days. Beyond that, you can purchase clip packs or choose a monthly plan.

How do I convert a long video into a 9:16 short?

Paste a link or upload a video, review the transcript, then highlight the transcript lines for the moment you want. The highlighted moment is converted into a vertical 9:16 short with timed, burned-in captions.

Do I need a timeline or video editing skills to choose what gets cut?

No—there’s no timeline workflow. You choose the cut by highlighting transcript lines, so you don’t need to scrub through the video.

Is the transcript available without paying or creating an account?

Yes. Transcript reading is free without an account (up to five a day), and you can export the transcript as text or .srt.

Will my exported short have a watermark?

No. Exports come without watermark or logo bug, including the welcome clips on a free account.

How long can the source video be?

For captioned links, there’s no source-length cap. If the tool needs to listen to the video instead of using captions, the baseline covers up to 20 minutes (with higher limits for Studio and Pro).

Can I extract multiple shorts from the same long video in one go?

Yes. You can mark up to 5 moments in a single transcript and export them together, with one credit per finished clip.