Transcribe Instagram Videos — Reels, Stories, IGTV & Live

Convert any Instagram video into accurate text with timestamps. Generate captions, export SRT/VTT subtitles, and repurpose your content across every platform — all powered by AI.

Try the Transcribe Instagram Videos — Reels, Stories, IGTV & Live

Upload Your Instagram Video

Upload a saved Reel, Story, IGTV episode, Live recording, or carousel video post. Drag and drop MP4, MOV, or any common video format. Download your own content from Instagram's archive or use the in-app save feature for Reels and IGTV.

AI Transcribes in Seconds

Within seconds, get a complete transcript featuring: Timestamped text — every line synced to the video timeline Speaker identification — know who said what in collabs and Lives Punctuation and formatting — clean, ready-to-use text Background music handling — AI filters music to capture speech

Export Captions or Subtitle Files

Copy transcript text for Instagram captions and post descriptions Download SRT/VTT files for CapCut, InShot, Premiere, or DaVinci Resolve Repurpose scripts for blog posts, newsletters, and other platforms

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memories.ai gave our partners a shared retrieval layer that holds up across regions.

Dr. Lena Park

Director of Research Infrastructure, NVIDIA Partner Program

FAQ

What is Instagram transcription?

Instagram transcription converts spoken audio from Instagram Reels, Stories, IGTV, and Live videos into written text with timestamps. You get searchable transcript text plus subtitle files for captions, editing, and cross-platform repurposing.

Can I transcribe Instagram Reels?

Yes. Download your Reel or upload the video file to Memories.ai. AI transcribes the audio in seconds and you can copy the caption text or export SRT/VTT subtitle files for editing.

Does it work with Instagram Stories and IGTV?

Absolutely. Upload any saved Story, IGTV episode, or Live recording. Memories.ai supports all standard video formats including MP4 and MOV that Instagram uses.

How do I get the video file from Instagram?

You can download your own Instagram content from the app's archive or account data export. For Reels and IGTV you created, use Instagram's built-in download feature. Then upload the file to Memories.ai for transcription.

How accurate is Instagram video transcription?

Memories.ai achieves up to 99% accuracy, even with background music, voiceovers, fast speech, and multiple speakers common in Instagram content. The AI is tuned for social media audio quality.

Can I generate captions for Instagram from the transcript?

Yes. Copy the transcript text directly as post captions, or export SRT/VTT files to burn subtitles into your videos using editors like CapCut, Premiere Pro, or InShot.

What languages are supported for Instagram transcription?

Memories.ai supports 100+ languages with automatic detection. Transcribe Instagram videos in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Arabic, French, German, Japanese, Korean, and many more.

Is my Instagram content private and secure?

Yes. Your files are processed with encryption and are never used to train public AI models. You retain full control over your data and can delete it at any time.

Can I transcribe Instagram Live recordings?

Yes. Save your Instagram Live video and upload the recording to Memories.ai. You'll get a full transcript with timestamps, speaker labels, and exportable subtitle files.

How can transcription help with Instagram accessibility?

Adding captions and subtitles generated from transcripts makes your Instagram content accessible to deaf and hard-of-hearing followers, viewers watching without sound, and non-native speakers. It also boosts engagement and reach.