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FFmpeg OnlionOpen subtitle tool
Add subtitles

Put captions on the video, locally.

Embed SRT, VTT, or ASS subtitle files into a video with FFmpeg in your browser. Choose MP4 or MKV and keep the source on your device.

Subtitle formats

Choose the caption file you already have.

Use the format that matches your editor, captioning service, or playback target.

SRT

The widely supported choice for basic timed captions and everyday video publishing.

VTT

A web-friendly subtitle format for browser players and modern video workflows.

ASS

A richer subtitle format for styling and more advanced caption layouts.

Add subtitles in three steps.

1

Choose a video

Select the source clip you want to caption.

2

Choose the subtitle file

Load an SRT, VTT, or ASS file and select an output container.

3

Export the result

Embed the subtitle stream locally and download the video.

Soft subtitles are not burned into every pixel. They remain a subtitle stream for compatible players. The main tool explains the available MP4 and MKV options.
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Prepare the video first.