youtube-transcriptFetch and summarize YouTube video transcripts. Use when asked to summarize, transcribe, or extract content from YouTube videos. Handles transcript fetching via residential IP proxy to bypass YouTube's cloud IP blocks.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install xthezealot/youtube-transcriptFetch transcripts from YouTube videos and optionally summarize them.
python3 scripts/fetch_transcript.py <video_id_or_url> [languages]Examples:
python3 scripts/fetch_transcript.py dQw4w9WgXcQ
python3 scripts/fetch_transcript.py "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ"
python3 scripts/fetch_transcript.py dQw4w9WgXcQ "fr,en,de"Output: JSON with video_id, title, author, full_text, and timestamped transcript array.
fetch_transcript.py with video ID or URLfull_text field as neededDefault priority: en, fr, de, es, it, pt, nl
Override with second argument: python3 scripts/fetch_transcript.py VIDEO_ID "ja,ko,zh"
See references/SETUP.md for:
Generated Mar 1, 2026
Content creators and SEO specialists use this skill to transcribe YouTube videos for generating subtitles, blog posts, or keyword analysis. It helps in improving accessibility and search engine rankings by extracting text for repurposing content across platforms.
Researchers and educators utilize this skill to transcribe educational or lecture videos for study materials, citations, or accessibility purposes. It enables easy extraction of information from video content for analysis, note-taking, or creating transcripts for students with hearing impairments.
Business analysts and market researchers employ this skill to transcribe competitor videos, product reviews, or industry talks. It aids in gathering insights, monitoring trends, and analyzing spoken content for strategic decision-making without manual transcription.
Legal professionals and compliance officers use this skill to transcribe YouTube videos for evidence gathering, depositions, or regulatory reviews. It provides accurate text records from video content that can be used in legal proceedings or audit trails.
Offer a cloud-based service where users pay a monthly fee to access transcript fetching and summarization tools via an API. This model targets media companies and agencies needing bulk processing, with tiered pricing based on usage volume and features like multi-language support.
Provide a free basic version with limited transcriptions per month, and charge for premium features like advanced summaries, higher limits, or priority support. This attracts YouTubers and small businesses, monetizing through upgrades and one-time purchases for additional credits.
Sell annual licenses to universities, corporations, or government bodies for integrating the skill into their internal systems. This includes custom support, on-premise deployment, and compliance features, focusing on high-volume, secure data handling needs.
💬 Integration Tip
Ensure VPN or proxy setup is configured properly to bypass YouTube IP blocks, and handle language codes dynamically based on user input for broader compatibility.
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