OpenSubs

What is OpenSubs?

OpenSubs is a web-based tool that transcribes, translates, styles, and burns subtitles into videos directly within the browser. It processes videos locally, ensuring user privacy and eliminating the need for uploads or accounts.

Who is it for?

It is suitable for video creators, translators, educators, and developers who need to add subtitles to videos without relying on cloud services. It benefits users seeking privacy-focused, free, and open-source subtitle solutions for individual or batch workflows.

How is it priced?

OpenSubs is free for all features that run locally on your machine. Paid options are available for cloud translation services, with transparent pricing and no hidden costs. Check the website for current prices.

How does it compare to alternatives?

This product offers a privacy-centric approach by processing videos entirely on the user's device, unlike many alternatives that require uploading videos to servers. It supports multiple platforms, including web, desktop, and command-line, and is open-source, allowing customization and transparency. Users should compare features, platform support, and privacy policies when choosing subtitle tools.

Key features

• Local transcription using Whisper running in the browser or desktop app
• Translation into 20 languages with on-device processing
• Styling options with 12 preset styles and word highlighting
• Burn subtitles into videos or export subtitle files (.srt, .vtt, .ass)
• Supports multiple platforms: web, desktop, command-line, and browser extension
• Open source under AGPL-3.0 license

Use cases

Adding subtitles to a personal video project without uploading files to the cloud.

Translating and styling videos for educational content or social media posts.

Batch processing long videos or multiple files using the desktop or command-line tools.