Local caption software built for your workflow.

Transcribe videos on your Windows computer, refine every caption, and export polished subtitle files from one focused app.

Local transcription 1 user / 1 machine Windows installer Automatic updates
Windows desktop app Active subscription

How it works

  • Install Better Captions on your PC
  • Sign in and activate once
  • Transcribe your videos locally
  • Review, edit, and export captions
  • Get updates in the app
Local Your videos are transcribed directly on your computer.
Simple Sign-in, activation, and updates are built into the app.
Focused A practical workspace for creating and refining captions.

One plan. Everything you need.

Simple monthly pricing for one user on one Windows computer.

$100/month

Standard monthly plan

  • One Better Captions account
  • Use on one Windows computer
  • Local transcription
  • Editing and subtitle export
  • In-app updates

Made for better captioning.

Move from video to finished subtitle file without leaving the app.

Local transcription

Your videos are transcribed directly on your Windows computer.

Fast editing

Edit timing, clean up lines, and export subtitle files quickly.

Your workspace

Your videos, caption projects, exports, and activation details stay connected to your account.

Easy setup

Sign in, activate your computer once, and start creating captions.

Download, activate, create.

Get started with Better Captions in three simple steps.

01

Install

Download the Windows installer, run it, and open Better Captions.

02

Activate

Sign in, enter your activation code, and complete the one-time setup.

03

Edit and export

Transcribe your video, refine the captions, and export your subtitle file.

Common questions.

Helpful details before you subscribe and install.

Do I need an internet connection the entire time?

No. Transcription and editing run locally. An internet connection is mainly needed for sign-in, activation, periodic account checks, and updates.

Are my caption projects kept separate?

Yes. Your videos, caption projects, exports, and activated computer are connected to your account.

How many computers can use one subscription?

Each subscription includes activation on one Windows computer.

How do updates work?

Better Captions lets you know when an update is available and guides you through downloading and installing it.

What comes with the monthly subscription?

Your plan includes one account, use on one Windows computer, local transcription, caption editing, subtitle exports, updates, and support.