YouTube Video Summarizer
Get an AI-generated summary with TLDR, key points, and takeaways from any YouTube video.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the AI video summary work?
VidSummary extracts the video transcript, sends it to Google's Gemini AI, and generates a TLDR, key bullet points, and takeaways. Processing takes 5-15 seconds.
Is it free?
Yes, 5 AI summaries per day are free. The transcript extraction and copy features work unlimited.
What if AI is unavailable?
When AI is unavailable, we show the first 500 characters of the transcript as a preview, with a link to the full TubeScript tool.
How accurate is the summary?
The AI produces high-quality summaries but may occasionally miss nuances. Always verify important information with the original video.
Does it work with long videos?
Yes. For videos over 1 hour, we use Gemini Pro for deeper analysis. Very long transcripts may be chunked to fit within AI context limits.
What language is the summary generated in?
The summary will generally be produced in the same language as the video's primary audio or transcript.
Can it summarize videos without captions?
No, the AI requires a text transcript to generate the summary. If a video has no captions (and no auto-captions), it cannot be summarized.
Do I need to watch the video first?
No! That's the best part. You can read the 1-minute summary to decide if that 30-minute tutorial is actually worth your time.
Are the summaries saved anywhere?
No, YouTube Utils does not store your summaries in a database. Once you close or refresh the page, the data is gone for your privacy.
Can I share the summary with others?
Yes, you can use the "Copy Summary" button to instantly copy the nicely formatted text and paste it into an email, message, or notes app.