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SRT vs VTT: Which Subtitle Format to Use?

Compare SRT and WebVTT subtitle formats. Learn differences and when to use each.

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SRT and VTT are the two most common subtitle formats.

SRT

Oldest and most widely supported
Simple: index, time, text
Works with all players
Comma for milliseconds

WebVTT

Modern, for HTML5 video
All modern browsers
Supports styling and positioning
Period for milliseconds

When to Use

SRT: YouTube/Vimeo, general distribution
VTT: HTML5 video, websites, accessibility

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