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SRT to VTT
Convert Subtitle Files from SRT to VVT
What Is an SRT to VTT Converter?
An SRT to VTT Converter is a free tool that transforms subtitle files in the SubRip (.srt) format into the WebVTT (.vtt) format required for HTML5 web video players. If you have a set of SRT captions and need to display them on a web page using the HTML5 <track> element, or upload them to a platform that requires WebVTT format, our free DaniProTools SRT to VTT Converter performs the conversion accurately and instantly without any software installation.
SRT is the most common subtitle format in offline video playback and video editing workflows. WebVTT is the standard for web-based video captioning. Both formats store the same timed text content but use slightly different syntax — our converter bridges the gap automatically and reliably.
How to Convert SRT to VTT
- Upload your .srt subtitle file using the file upload button above, or paste the SRT content into the text input field
- Click the 'Convert to VTT' button
- Review the WebVTT output in the preview panel
- Click 'Download VTT' to save the converted .vtt file to your device
- Upload the .vtt file to your web server alongside your HTML5 video
SRT to VTT — What the Converter Changes
|
Element |
SRT Format |
VTT Format After Conversion |
|
File header |
No header — starts with cue number 1 |
Adds 'WEBVTT' header on the first line |
|
Timestamp separator |
Comma: 00:01:23,456 |
Changed to dot: 00:01:23.456 |
|
Cue identifiers |
Sequential numbers (1, 2, 3) |
Preserved as numbers (optional in VTT but kept for compatibility) |
|
Text encoding |
Plain text |
Plain text — preserved exactly |
|
Blank line structure |
Two blank lines between cues |
Single blank line between cues (VTT standard) |
|
Special characters |
Standard text |
Standard text — no changes needed |
How to Use VTT Files in an HTML5 Video Player
Once you have converted your SRT file to VTT format, you can add it to any HTML5 video element on your website using the <track> tag:
<video controls>
<source src="your-video.mp4" type="video/mp4">
<track src="subtitles.vtt" kind="subtitles" srclang="en" label="English">
</video>
The kind attribute can be set to subtitles, captions, descriptions, chapters, or metadata depending on the type of timed text you are adding.
Platforms and Tools That Require VTT Format
- HTML5 websites and web applications using the <video> and <track> HTML elements
- js — the most popular open-source JavaScript video player
- JW Player and Bitmovin — commercial video players used by media companies
- AWS Elemental MediaConvert — Amazon's cloud video transcoding service
- Azure Media Services — Microsoft's cloud video streaming platform
- Cloudflare Stream — requires VTT format for caption upload
- Modern web-based LMS platforms like Teachable and Thinkific
Q: Is the SRT to VTT converter free?
A: Yes, completely free. Convert SRT subtitle files to VTT format instantly with no account or login required.
Q: Does the converter change any subtitle text or timing?
A: No. The SRT to VTT conversion only updates the file header, timestamp format, and blank line structure. All subtitle text content and timing values are preserved perfectly.
Q: Can I add the VTT file to a YouTube video?
A: YouTube accepts both SRT and VTT subtitle formats for upload. If your captions are already in SRT format, you can upload them directly to YouTube without conversion. Convert to VTT only when the specific platform or video player you are using requires it.
Q: What is the difference between subtitles and captions?
A: Subtitles are transcriptions or translations of spoken dialogue — intended for viewers who can hear but do not understand the language. Captions include all audio content, including sound effects and speaker identification — intended for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing. Both are stored in the same SRT and VTT file formats.
