Arabic Subtitles for YouTube

ArabCap helps YouTube creators generate Arabic dialect subtitles fast. Upload your video, get accurate transcription for Darija and other Arabic dialects, and export SRT or VTT files ready to upload to YouTube.

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Upload Arabic subtitles to YouTube Studio

  1. Generate your subtitles in ArabCap and download the SRT or VTT file.
  2. Open YouTube Studio and choose Subtitles from the left menu.
  3. Select the video, then click Add language and choose Arabic.
  4. Under Subtitles, click Add, then choose Upload file.
  5. Pick With timing, select your SRT or VTT file and click Publish.

Why upload a file instead of relying on auto-captions

YouTube automatic captions are made for the standard language and often struggle with dialects and mixed speech. Uploading your own file means viewers see the words your speakers actually used, and you can fix any line before you publish.

Subtitle tracks versus burned-in captions

A subtitle track uploaded to YouTube can be switched on or off by the viewer and can be translated by YouTube. Burned-in captions are part of the picture, so they always show. Short vertical videos are often burned in, while longer videos usually use a track. ArabCap gives you the SRT or VTT file for the track option.

Reach viewers beyond one dialect

A clear Arabic subtitle track makes a Darija or Egyptian video easier to follow for viewers from other regions. Publishing the transcript as text also gives you material for your description and chapters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which file does YouTube accept for subtitles?

YouTube accepts SRT and VTT among other formats. ArabCap exports both.

Can I edit the subtitles before uploading?

Yes, on the Pro and Max plans, which include a built-in Arabic keyboard for correcting lines before you export.

Does this work for YouTube Shorts?

You can upload a subtitle file for any video you own. For Shorts, many creators prefer burned-in captions, which you can add in your video editor using the same file.

Can I use ArabCap with Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and CapCut?

Yes. For Premiere Pro there is a free ArabCap extension that puts captions straight on your timeline, on Mac and Windows. For DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, CapCut and other editors, ArabCap exports SRT and VTT files.

Does ArabCap support Arabizi?

Yes. ArabCap supports Arabizi — Arabic written in Latin characters mixed with numbers — as part of its dialect recognition system.