How to Download a Loom Transcript as a Text File
Loom auto-generates transcripts but won't let you download them. SubGrab extracts Loom recordings as downloadable TXT, SRT, or VTT files.
Loom is the go-to tool for async video communication. It auto-generates transcripts for every recording. But there's a catch: you can't download, copy, or export that transcript. It's locked inside the Loom player.
Why You'd Want to Download a Loom Transcript
- Documentation: Turn a product walkthrough into a written SOP
- Meeting notes: Extract action items from a recorded Loom update
- Knowledge base: Convert team Looms into searchable wiki articles
- Accessibility: Provide text alternatives for team members
- Handoffs: Share written context when a Loom link isn't enough
How to Download a Loom Transcript with SubGrab
1. Copy the Loom share URL (e.g., loom.com/share/abc123def)
2. Paste into SubGrab
3. AI transcribes the recording (1 credit, ~30-60 seconds)
4. Download as TXT, SRT, or VTT
The TXT format is perfect for pasting into Notion, Google Docs, Confluence, or any wiki. The SRT/VTT formats include timestamps for each segment.
Loom's Built-in Transcript vs SubGrab
| Feature | Loom Built-in | SubGrab |
|---------|--------------|---------|
| Transcript generated | Yes (auto) | Yes (AI) |
| Copy text | No | Yes |
| Download as file | No | TXT, SRT, VTT |
| Search within transcript | In-player only | Full text search |
| Share as text | No | Yes |
| Works for viewers (non-owners) | View only | Full download |
Who Uses This?
### Product Managers
Record a Loom explaining a feature spec, then extract the transcript into a PRD document. The AI summary feature adds key takeaways and a timeline.
### Engineering Teams
Technical walkthroughs become documentation. Extract the transcript, clean it up, and add it to your team's knowledge base.
### Sales Teams
Loom prospecting videos can be analyzed by extracting transcripts. Track what messaging works by comparing transcripts of videos that get responses.
### Customer Success
Turn customer onboarding Looms into step-by-step guides. The transcript becomes the foundation of your help documentation.
Pricing
Each Loom transcription costs 1 credit. Every new account gets 2 free credits. Credit packs start at $1.99 for 3 credits — enough for 10 Loom recordings.