Transcribe Instagram Videos to Text

Paste an Instagram Reel or video link to get a full text transcript. Perfect for creating captions, blog content, and accessible media.

How it works

  1. Paste the Instagram Reel or video URL. Navigate to the Instagram Reel or video post, click the three-dot menu, and select "Copy link." Paste the URL into DomeScribe's input field.
  2. Set the language. Tell DomeScribe which language is spoken in the Instagram video. This ensures the speech model uses the right vocabulary and grammar rules.
  3. Run the transcription. Click Transcribe and let DomeScribe pull the audio from Instagram and convert it to text. Reels and short clips are processed almost instantly.
  4. Save or share the result. Once your transcript appears, copy it for repurposing into captions, blog posts, or accessibility descriptions — or download the plain text file.

Transcription at a glance

Languages
99, with automatic language detection
Input
URLs from 8 platforms, or upload MP4, MP3, WAV, M4A, FLAC, WebM, MOV
Output
Full text transcript with optional timestamps; speaker detection on paid plans
Export
Plain text (TXT) free; DOCX, PDF, and JSON on paid plans
Free tier
30 minutes of transcription to start
Speed
Most files are transcribed in about a minute
Privacy
Uploads deleted after processing; transcripts AES-256 encrypted, auto-deleted after 30 days

Frequently asked questions

Which Instagram content types can DomeScribe transcribe?

DomeScribe can transcribe Instagram Reels, IGTV videos, and regular video posts as long as the content is publicly accessible. Stories cannot be transcribed via URL because they expire after 24 hours.

Do I need to be logged into Instagram for DomeScribe to work?

You do not need to be logged in. DomeScribe fetches the audio from publicly available Instagram posts on its own. If the post is set to private, you will need to download the video first and upload it manually.

Can I use the transcript as Instagram captions?

Absolutely. Many creators use DomeScribe to generate accurate captions for their Reels and video posts, which improves accessibility and helps with discoverability in Instagram search results.

Does DomeScribe handle Instagram videos with voiceover narration?

Yes, voiceover narration is typically very clear audio, which makes it ideal for transcription. DomeScribe will capture the narration accurately, even when paired with background music or ambient sound.

How do I copy an Instagram video link?

On mobile, tap the three-dot menu on the post and select "Copy link." On desktop, click the three-dot menu or simply copy the URL from your browser address bar. Paste that link into DomeScribe to start transcribing.

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