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Add Subtitles to MP4
Auto-generate or upload an SRT file. Hardcode subtitles permanently into your MP4 — styled, edited, and ready to post
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Merge subtitles with MP4 videos: Edit, style, and translate
Most viewers watch without sound, and many social platforms won't load a separate subtitle file. Add subtitles to your MP4 directly and hardcode them into the footage. Get video captions that are always visible, on every device, on any platform. Upload your MP4 and auto-generate subtitles from the audio, or bring your own SRT or VTT file. Edit the text, set your subtitle style, and export a single merged file with captions burned permanently into the video.
How to add subtitles to MP4 video:
Step 01
Upload your MP4
Open the editor and upload your MP4 file. You can drag and drop directly into the timeline or import from your device. AVI, MKV, MOV, and WMV are also supported.
Step 02
Add and edit your subtitles
Click Subtitles in the editor sidebar. Choose Auto Subtitle to generate captions from the audio, or upload an existing SRT or VTT file. Edit the text, fix timing, and adjust font, color, and size.
Step 03
Export with hardcoded subtitles
Click ‘Done’ to download your MP4 with subtitles burned permanently into the video. You get a single merged file with captions always visible. No separate subtitle file needed.
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Hardcoded subtitles that show up everywhere
Burned-in subtitles are permanently embedded in the video file, so they display on any device and any platform — whether or not the viewer has subtitles turned on. Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and most social platforms don't support sidecar SRT uploads. Hardcoding is the only way to guarantee your captions are seen. Use the auto subtitle generator to transcribe the audio automatically, or upload your own SRT file and merge it with your MP4 in a few clicks.
Subtitle styling that matches your brand
Default white-on-black subtitles are a missed brand opportunity. Before exporting, customize your subtitle font, color, and size to match your visual identity. Paid plans include access to VEED's Brand Kit, where you can save custom fonts and colors. Apply consistent styling across every video. No restyling from scratch each time. Want to reach new audiences? Translate your subtitles into 125+ languages using the video translator.
From raw footage to post-ready MP4 in one workflow
Adding subtitles is just one step in making videos. VEED brings your entire workflow into one platform. Trim clips, resize for Reels and TikTok, remove background noise, and add your logo. No need to export your video to a subtitle tool and then re-import it somewhere else to finish editing. Auto-generate captions from the audio, convert video to text, and download the transcript as an SRT file. Resize for your target platform, and export a single post-ready video.
FAQ
- Upload your MP4 to VEED’s online subtitle editor.
- Auto-generate subtitles from the audio or upload an existing SRT or VTT file.
- Edit the subtitle text and timing, customize the style, and export a merged file with subtitles hardcoded directly into the video.
The result is a single MP4 where captions are always visible. No separate subtitle file required.
- Hardcoded subtitles are burned directly into the video file. They are always visible, regardless of the device, media player, or platform. For social media posting, hardcoded subtitles are the reliable choice.
- Soft subtitles are stored as a separate file, like an SRT, that a media player loads alongside the video. Viewers can toggle them on or off, but they won't appear if the player doesn't support them or if the file gets separated from the video.
VEED lets you do both: permanently add subtitles to video, or download your subtitles as a separate SRT file.
VEED’s online subtitle editor is the simplest method. No software downloads or installs required. Upload your MP4, add an SRT file or auto-generate subtitles, and export with subtitles hardcoded into the video. The subtitle editor works on Mac, Windows, and any device with a modern browser.
Most online subtitle editors support SRT and VTT files for upload. SRT is the most widely used format and works across all major platforms. If you don’t have a subtitle file at all, you can use our auto-subtitle generator to create subtitles.
Yes. If you need to process multiple videos programmatically, VEED's subtitles API lets you automate your workflow. Upload videos, attach subtitle files, and export subtitled videos at scale.
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Gwenne Wilcox
Founder,
Brand Brainery
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You can go beyond choppping things. VEED actually makes my videos look great.
Michael Glover
Demand Gen Manager,
ConvertFlow
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The first four videos i created with VEED got over 40,000 impressions on LinkedIn.
Travis Tyler
Senior Content Producer,
PandaDoc
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I found VEED at the right time: if you're making UGC ads and not using Eye Contact Correction and Noise Reduction on VEED you're missing out on ROI.
Sebastian Schurgers
Head of Growth Marketing,
Gronda
“
The first four videos i created with VEED got over 40,000 impressions on LinkedIn.
Travis Tyler
Senior Content Producer,
PandaDoc
“
I found VEED at the right time: if you're making UGC ads and not using Eye Contact Correction and Noise Reduction on VEED you're missing out on ROI.
Sebastian Schurgers
Head of Growth Marketing,
Gronda
“
With VEED I didn't need 15 tutorials - I jumped straight in and started editing.
Gwenne Wilcox
Founder,
Brand Brainery
“
You can go beyond choppping things. VEED actually makes my videos look great.
Michael Glover
Demand Gen Manager,
ConvertFlow
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