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 $3.99 for 3 credits — enough for 10 Loom recordings.