SRT vs VTT: Which Subtitle Format Should You Use?

SRT and VTT are the two formats you will meet most often. Both store timestamps and text, but they differ in syntax and where they are best used.

Quick comparison

SRT is the universal standard for video players and editors. VTT (WebVTT) is designed for HTML5 video on the web and supports styling and positioning metadata.

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SRT vs VTT at a glance

Which should you export?

Export SRT when you edit in desktop software or upload to YouTube. Export VTT for web players. SublyAI lets you download both for free — no minutes deducted.