Subtitle Translation API for SRT and VTT Files
Automatically translate subtitle files using the TranslatePlus Subtitle Translation API. Support for SRT and VTT formats while preserving timestamps and subtitle structure.
Automatically Translate Subtitles
Video platforms and content creators often need to translate subtitles into multiple languages. The TranslatePlus Subtitle Translation API allows developers to automatically translate subtitle files while preserving subtitle timing and structure.
This enables applications to:
- translate SRT and VTT subtitle files
- localize video subtitles
- support multilingual video platforms
- deliver subtitles to global audiences
Why timing-safe subtitles matter
Subtitle timestamps and formatting are critical for synchronized playback. The API keeps the timing intact so translated subtitles stay aligned with the video.
Translate SRT and VTT Subtitles in Minutes
Upload your SRT file, choose the target language, and receive a translated subtitle file ready for your video platform.
- Upload an SRT or VTT file and set the target language.
- Translate subtitle content automatically.
- Download a translated file with timestamps intact.
curl -X POST https://api.translateplus.io/v2/translate/subtitles \
-H "X-API-KEY: YOUR_API_KEY" \
-F "file=@subtitles.srt" \
-F "target=es"{
"translated_file": "subtitles_es.srt",
"source_language": "en",
"target_language": "es"
}Key Features of the Subtitle Translation API
Designed for multilingual video accessibility with timing-safe subtitle translations.
Translate SRT and VTT Subtitle Files
Upload an SRT file and get translated subtitles ready for playback.
Preserve Subtitle Timing
Subtitle timestamps stay synchronized with the video.
Multilingual Video Localization
Expand video reach with translations into major languages.
130+ Supported Languages
Translate subtitle files for viewers worldwide.
Use Cases for Subtitle Translation
Workflows that help teams localize video content at scale.
Video Streaming Platforms
Automatically translate subtitles for streaming platforms and media libraries.
Online Course Platforms
Translate educational video subtitles for learners around the world.
Content Creators
Localize YouTube or video content with multilingual subtitle translations.
Media Localization
Media companies can translate subtitle files to distribute content internationally with synchronized subtitles.
Subtitle Translation vs Text Translation
Pick the right endpoint for your translation workflow.
| Feature | Text Translation API | Subtitle Translation API |
|---|---|---|
| Translate plain text | ||
| Translate subtitle files | ||
| Preserve timestamps | ||
| Video localization |
Frequently Asked Questions
Start Translating Subtitles
Use the TranslatePlus Subtitle Translation API to automatically translate SRT files and deliver localized video subtitles.