MP4 to SRT Converter
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Use this MP4 to SRT converter to turn MP4 files into SRT right in your browser — ideal for video captions, subtitles for players and translations. SRT is valued for being the most common subtitle format, while MP4 comes with a tradeoff: lossy compression.
When should you convert MP4 to SRT?
- To get SRT's built-in advantage: the most common subtitle format
- To move past MP4's common limitation: lossy compression
- To open your files in apps that prefer SRT
- To share SRT files more easily
About MP4 and SRT files
MP4 video
Strengths
- plays almost everywhere
- good quality-to-size
- widely supported
Limitations
- lossy compression
- less flexible than MKV
SRT subtitle
Strengths
- the most common subtitle format
- plain text and simple
Limitations
- no styling
- basic timing only
MP4 vs SRT
| Format | MP4 | SRT |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | — |
| Transparency | — | — |
| Best for | streaming and sharing and playback on any device | video captions and subtitles for players |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this MP4 to SRT converter free?
- Yes. You can convert MP4 to SRT online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Why convert to SRT instead of staying with MP4?
- SRT is known for being the most common subtitle format — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the MP4 file.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple MP4 files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.