Free YouTube Timestamp & Chapter Generator
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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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
Pricing
This feature is part of the Premium version.
Unlock everything forever for a one-time payment of £5.
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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.