Subtitle Edit

Subtitle Edit is a free, open-source subtitle editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It helps video creators make subtitles from scratch or fix files with wrong timing. A waveform display and live video preview let you drag each line to the exact frame where it should appear. Subtitle Edit opens more than 200 subtitle formats and converts between them. It can translate lines with optional online services, and everything runs offline on your machine. No account is needed, and all features are unlocked from the start.

Key Features

1. Precise Timing Tools

Drag each line onto the waveform or set time codes by hand. Frame-accurate sync against the video preview fixes timing drift in seconds.

2. 200+ Subtitle Formats

Open and save more than 200 subtitle formats, from SRT and ASS to DVD and Blu-ray files. Conversion between formats takes a few clicks.

3. Auto-Transcribe Audio

Generate subtitle drafts straight from the audio track using optional speech-to-text engines. You then review and correct the timing by hand.

4. Built-In Translation

Translate full subtitle files with optional online translation services. Dictionaries and spell checkers in many languages are included.

5. OCR for Image Subtitles

Extract text from image-based DVD and Blu-ray subtitles with optical character recognition, then save the result as an editable text format.

6. Fully Offline and Private

All core features run on your computer. Your video and subtitle files are never uploaded, logged, or used for any secondary purpose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I sync subtitles with the audio?

Load the video, then drag each line on the waveform until it matches the speech. Time codes update live, and the preview shows the result at once.

Can it convert one subtitle format to another?

Yes. Open the file, choose a different format from the save menu, and Subtitle Edit rewrites it. Batch conversion handles whole folders at once.

Which operating systems does it run on?

Windows 10 and newer, macOS 12 and newer, and Linux through Flatpak or native builds. All versions are free and include the same features.

Does it send my files to the internet?

No. Subtitle Edit works offline by design. Online services are only used when you ask for one, such as translation or speech-to-text.

Can I use it for subtitles in other languages?

Yes. The editor ships with dictionaries in many languages, plus spell check and right-to-left text support for languages like Arabic and Hebrew.

Conclusion

Subtitle Edit is the most complete free subtitle editor you can download. Precise timing tools, wide format support, and offline privacy cover every step of the work. Video creators, translators, and hobbyists all get professional features with no account and no payment. It has stayed reliable through over a decade of updates. Download it and subtitle your next video today.