Convert MP4 to Text Online
Upload a MP4 file and get an accurate, timestamped transcript in minutes — no software to install and no conversion step. MP4 is the most common video container — the default export of phones, cameras, screen recorders, and editing software.
Jackob.ai transcribes recorded meetings, webinars, YouTube videos, and screen recordings in 98 languages. Review the transcript with the synchronized video player, then export DOCX, PDF, TXT, SRT, or VTT with one click.
Drag & drop your audio or video file here
or click to browse — MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV and more
Free plan available · No credit card required · Files are never used to train AI
How it works
- 1
Upload your MP4 file
Send the file exactly as it was recorded — long recordings are fine.
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AI transcribes it
Language is detected automatically, speakers are identified, and the transcript is timestamped.
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Review and export
Play the video in sync with the text, then download the format you need.
Why Jackob.ai
Audio track extracted automatically
Only the audio track matters for transcription — resolution, frame rate, and video codec are irrelevant, so a 4K webinar and a screen recording transcribe identically.
Speaker identification
Multi-speaker recordings come back with clear speaker labels.
98 languages
Recordings in nearly any language are transcribed accurately — not just English.
Private by design
Your files are never used to train AI models, and you can delete them at any time.
Simple, transparent pricing
Start free. Upgrade when you need more hours — no per-minute surprises.
Plus
$15/mo
20 hours of transcription per month
Pro
$29/mo
50 hours of transcription per month
Premium
$49/mo
100 hours of transcription per month
Your recordings stay private
Files are processed securely and are never used to train AI models. You control retention and can delete your recordings and transcripts at any time.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a MP4 file to text?
Create a free Jackob.ai account, upload the MP4 file, and the AI transcribes it automatically. You can then review the transcript alongside the video and export it as DOCX, PDF, TXT, SRT, or VTT.
Do I need to extract the audio from my MP4 before uploading?
No — upload the video file as is and the audio track is processed automatically. Video resolution makes no difference to accuracy or speed; only the audio quality and file size limit (5 GB, up to 4 hours of video) matter.
Can I get the MP4 transcript as a Word document, PDF, or JSON?
Yes. Every transcription exports as DOCX (opens in Microsoft Word and Google Docs), PDF for polished sharing, plain TXT, and structured JSON with timestamps and speaker labels for developers — plus SRT and VTT subtitles. All formats come from the same upload, so you never re-transcribe.
Can I try it for free?
Yes. The free plan lets you transcribe a real MP4 recording each month with no credit card, so you can judge the accuracy on your own audio before paying.
Are my files kept private?
Yes. Files are processed securely, are never used to train AI models, and can be deleted from your account at any time.
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Try it with your own recording
The best way to judge transcription quality is with your own audio. Upload a real file on the free plan — no credit card required.
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