The extension adds a subtitle button right inside a popular video hosting player. Download the original subtitle language instantly, or request a translated SRT when you need it.
Every screenshot below is from the real extension flow. Click any screenshot to open the extended viewer, then move through stages with Previous and Next.
Stage 1
This stage confirms the extension package is installed correctly and enabled in Chrome. Without this state, the in-player controls cannot be injected into supported video players.
Users can verify activation from this exact screen before opening any video.
Open full-resolution screenshotStage 2
After opening a captioned video, the extension adds a dedicated subtitle action button near the native controls.
This keeps interaction friction low because users stay inside the video player instead of switching to external tools or tabs.
Open full-resolution screenshotStage 3
This is the decision stage: users can download the original subtitle language immediately or pick a target language from the translation list.
The panel makes output intent clear before file generation, reducing accidental wrong-language downloads.
Open full-resolution screenshotStage 4
The final stage confirms the generated SRT file is saved and visible in Chrome download history.
This gives users a verifiable end state: language chosen, file generated, and export completed successfully.
Open full-resolution screenshotThe primary in-player action offers the original subtitle language first so the fastest path stays explicit.
Translation is available on demand. If you request it, the extension keeps subtitle timing and only translates the text lines.
Downloads are saved as standard SRT files that work with video editors, media players, and subtitle tools.
The extension is built specifically for popular video hosting watch pages and subtitle tracks.
Original downloads stay in-browser. Subtitle text is only sent to backend translation services if you explicitly request translation.
Manifest V3, lightweight permissions, and a focused video-hosting feature set keep the behavior reviewable and predictable.
After first install, a welcome tab opens on this site so users can see usage guidance and privacy details.
Go to a video on a popular video hosting platform that has captions available. The extension detects subtitle tracks from the page.
Click the in-player subtitle button, choose the original subtitle download or a translated output, and save the generated SRT.
This summary reflects the official policy updated on May 13, 2026. Read the full policy for complete legal terms.
The extension is built for popular video hosting pages and subtitle tracks. It is not a generic multi-platform subtitle downloader.
SRT is the most common subtitle format and works with standard players, editors, and subtitle tools.
Original subtitle processing happens in the browser, but the service may also process limited support/contact details, technical usage signals, and cookies. If translation is requested, subtitle text and language codes may be shared with service providers as described in the full Privacy Policy.
Yes. If the platform provides auto-generated captions for the current video, the extension can download them just like manually added captions.
On first install, the extension opens this site once so the user can see setup guidance, screenshots, and privacy information. It does not keep reopening on browser startup.
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