How many free transcripts do I get?

3 per day, tracked via browser cookie. The count resets at midnight UTC. No signup required. Clearing cookies resets your device tracking but we don't recommend this as a workaround.

Is the free version limited in features?

No feature limitations. Free users get timestamps, SRT download, TXT download, and clipboard copy — identical to paid. Only the quantity is limited to 3 per day.

Do I need to create an account for free use?

No. Free tier is completely anonymous, tracked only by browser cookie. Accounts are only needed when you purchase a paid plan for access management.

Can I use this for commercial purposes?

Yes, even free transcripts can be used commercially. There are no usage restrictions on the output text. Use it for client work, content creation, or business purposes.

What's the Pack option for?

Pack ($5 one-time) gives 50 transcripts that never expire. Good for users who need more than 3/day occasionally but don't want monthly billing. Credits last forever.

Why not just make everything free?

Server costs scale with usage. Free tier lets everyone try the tool. Paid tiers cover infrastructure for high-volume users while keeping free access available.

Does free include customer support?

Basic support via contact form is available to all users. Priority support is included with Pro plan. Most questions are answered in our FAQ and documentation.

Free Instagram Transcript Generator

Q: What happens when I hit the daily limit?

You'll see a message showing upgrade options. Starter ($9/month) gives 100/month. Pro ($19/month) is unlimited with extra features. Pack ($5 one-time) gives 50 that never expire.

This free tier gives you 3 Instagram transcripts per day with no signup and no credit card. All features included — timestamps, SRT download, TXT download, and clipboard copy.

We believe in try-before-you-buy. The free tier isn't a crippled demo — you get the exact same features as paid users, just with a daily limit. 3 transcripts per day handles occasional use: testing the tool, transcribing a few key Reels, or validating caption accuracy before committing to a paid plan. The limit resets at midnight UTC using a browser cookie, so no account creation is needed. When you need more volume, we offer straightforward paid options without hidden fees.

How It Works

Using the free generator is identical to paid plans:

Copy the URL — Copy any public Instagram Reel URL from the app or browser. No login required on our end — just paste and go.
Paste and submit — Paste the URL and click Get Transcript. Your remaining daily count shows below the form. Each successful extraction uses one credit.
Get your transcript — Copy, download SRT, or download TXT — all options available on free tier. When you hit the limit, upgrade or wait until midnight UTC.

Full Feature Access on Free

Free users get exactly the same output options as paid: timestamped text display, one-click clipboard copy, SRT download for video editors, and TXT download for documentation. We don't watermark output or limit download formats. The only difference between free and paid is volume — 3 per day versus 100+ per month.

What Free Includes (and Doesn't)

Free tier: 3 transcripts per day, all output formats, all platforms supported. No signup, no credit card, no feature restrictions. What's NOT included: higher daily limits, priority extraction, chapter detection, hook identification. When you hit the limit, you'll see a clear message with upgrade options. Starter ($9/month) gives 100/month. Pro ($19/month) is unlimited with advanced analysis features. Pack ($5 one-time) gives 50 credits that never expire — good for infrequent users who want a buffer beyond daily free limits.

Who the Free Tier Is For

Students researching content for projects. Creators testing whether our captions match the original. Social media managers evaluating the tool before company purchase. Anyone who needs occasional transcripts without ongoing subscription. If 3 per day isn't enough, you're probably a power user who'd benefit from Starter or Pro anyway.

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