Free YouTube Timestamp & Chapter Generator

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Create clickable YouTube chapters instantly from your video notes.

Free tier: 1 transcript per month · up to 2 minutes · 30-second intervals · plain text output

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2,885 timestamps generated by StampMyVid users

Add Timestamps to YouTube Transcripts Automatically

A fast, simple tool that takes any YouTube transcript and adds clean, accurate timestamps in seconds. No sign-up, no downloads, no fuss.

What StampMyVid Does

StampMyVid is a lightweight online tool that helps you turn plain YouTube transcripts into properly timestamped text. Just paste your transcript, choose your interval, and click generate.

Who This Tool Is For

  • YouTubers and content creators
  • Video editors
  • Students and researchers
  • Podcasters
  • Journalists and interviewers
  • Anyone who needs fast, accurate timestamps

Why People Use StampMyVid

  • Fast: Paste → click → done.
  • Accurate: Clean timestamps at the interval you choose.
  • Flexible: Choose MM:SS or HH:MM:SS formats.
  • Clean Output: Ready for editing or notes.
  • Free Tier: Short transcripts are free forever.

How to Add Timestamps to YouTube Videos — 3 Simple Steps

1. Note Your Times

Watch your video and note down the key moments with their timestamps — or paste your existing transcript directly.

2. Enter Time & Title

Paste your transcript or notes into StampMyVid and choose your interval. The tool generates a perfectly formatted chapter list automatically.

3. Paste Into Your Description

Copy the generated chapter list and paste it into your YouTube video description. Your chapters go live instantly — no other tools needed.

Free vs Premium

Free Version

  • 1 transcript per month
  • Up to 2 minutes
  • 30-second fixed interval
  • Plain text output
  • Ads shown

Premium Version (£5 one-time)

  • Unlimited transcript length
  • Custom intervals
  • Multiple timestamp formats
  • TXT/Markdown export
  • Auto-clean mode
  • Bulk processing
  • Saved preferences
  • No ads — ever
Free tier: interval is fixed at 30 seconds. Upgrade for custom intervals.
Free tier: plain text only. Upgrade for Markdown output.
Pricing
Free 1 transcript per month — up to 2 min, 30-second intervals, plain text output
Premium £5 one-time — Unlimited length + all advanced features (custom intervals, formats, exports, bulk processing & more)

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How to Use the YouTube Timestamp Generator

1 Paste your YouTube transcript in the text area above
2 Set your desired time interval in seconds (default: 30s)
3 Click "Generate Timestamps" and copy the formatted result

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a YouTube timestamp generator?

A YouTube timestamp generator automatically adds time markers to video transcripts, making it easy to create clickable chapters and improve video navigation for viewers.

How do timestamps help with YouTube SEO?

Timestamps help YouTube understand your video content better, can increase watch time by improving navigation, and make your videos more accessible to viewers who want to jump to specific sections.

Is StampMyVid free to use?

Yes! StampMyVid is completely free for short transcripts (up to 2 minutes) with no sign-up required. For unlimited length, custom intervals, and export options, Premium is a one-time payment of £5 with no subscription.

What video formats work with the transcript tool?

StampMyVid works with any YouTube video transcript. You can paste transcripts manually or use our premium YouTube URL import feature to automatically fetch transcripts.

Can I customize the timestamp intervals?

Premium users can set any custom interval from 1 to 3600 seconds to match their content style. The free tier uses a fixed 30-second interval. Upgrade once for £5 to unlock full control over your intervals.

How do I add timestamps to my YouTube videos?

After generating timestamps with StampMyVid, simply copy the formatted text and paste it into your YouTube video description. YouTube will automatically create clickable chapter links.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a YouTube video timestamp?

A YouTube timestamp is a clickable time marker in a video description (e.g. 0:45 Introduction) that lets viewers jump straight to a specific moment. YouTube turns these into chapter markers when you include three or more starting from 0:00.

How do I add timestamps to a YouTube video for free?

Paste your video transcript into StampMyVid, choose a timestamp interval, and click Generate. Copy the output into your YouTube video description. No account needed for short videos — completely free.

How do I get a transcript from a YouTube video?

Open the video on YouTube, click the ⋯ More menu below the player, then select Show transcript. Copy the text and paste it into StampMyVid to generate chapters automatically.

Do YouTube chapters improve SEO?

Yes. YouTube chapters increase watch time by helping viewers find relevant sections, which signals quality to the algorithm. Chapter titles also appear in Google search results as video key moments, improving your organic visibility.

How long does it take to generate timestamps?

Under five seconds. Paste your transcript, click Generate, and your timestamped chapters are ready to copy instantly — no waiting, no upload, no software to install.

How do I add chapters to my YouTube video?

Paste your video transcript into StampMyVid, generate your timestamped chapter list, then copy and paste it into your YouTube video description. YouTube automatically converts the list into clickable chapters — no extra tools required.

What is the correct format for YouTube timestamps?

Each line should follow the format 0:00 Chapter Title. Use MM:SS for videos under an hour, or H:MM:SS for longer content. Your first timestamp must be 0:00 and you need at least three chapters for YouTube to display them.

Why are my YouTube chapters not showing up?

The most common reason is that your first timestamp is not 00:00. YouTube requires chapters to start at zero. You also need a minimum of three timestamps. StampMyVid always starts at 0:00 automatically so this is handled for you.