Summarize a YouTube video in seconds
Stop watching a 40-minute video just to catch the key points. Paste a YouTube link and Sumyt turns it into a clear summary, splits it into clickable chapters and gives you the full transcript. Get to the point, in the language you choose.
How it works
1. Paste the link
Copy a YouTube video URL and paste it into Sumyt (or click the Sumyt button right below the video).
2. Let the AI work
Sumyt fetches the video, transcribes it and summarizes it. This usually takes 1 to 3 minutes, even for long videos.
3. Read, skip, ask
Skim the summary, click a chapter to jump to the right moment, or ask the video a question directly.
Why summarize your videos with Sumyt
- Save hours: the essence of a video in a few seconds of reading.
- Clickable chapters: jump straight to the part you care about.
- Full transcript, ready to paste into your notes.
- Summary in the language you choose (French, English, Spanish, German, Portuguese).
- A library of your videos that you can ask questions about anytime.
Going further: turn YouTube into a true second brain. Read the article
Frequently asked questions
Is summarizing a YouTube video free?
Yes. You can summarize 5 videos per month for free, no credit card required. For unlimited use, the subscription is €5 per month.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Sumyt works straight from your browser. A Chrome extension is also available to summarize a video in one click from YouTube.
Does Sumyt work with long videos?
Yes, including multi-hour talks, courses and podcasts. Processing simply takes a bit longer.
What language is the summary in?
Whatever language you choose: you can summarize an English video in French, or the other way around. Five languages are available.
Can I get the text transcript?
Yes. On top of the summary, Sumyt gives you the full transcript of the video, ready to paste into your notes.
Summarize a YouTube video in seconds
Summarize a video for free