Add Text to Video Online

Place captions, titles, and branded messages on videos with full control. Adjust fonts, colors, position and display duration using our intuitive video text editor.

Maximum file size: 100MB

How to add text overlay on video

Step 1: Import video file

Load your video clip to begin applying captions, labels, or any written content as visual elements.

Step 2: Insert and style text

Apply pre-made templates or design your own wording with flexible font choices, color palettes, dimensions, and placement.

Step 3: Configure display time and save

Define when each caption or label appears and disappears, then render your finished video with permanent text overlay.

Advanced video text overlay tool with precision timing

Enhance videos with professional captions and labels. Reposition written content freely, fine-tune appearance windows, and output polished videos with burned-in text - all processed securely within your web browser.

Professional Video Caption Tool

Build compelling video text overlays with granular placement controls, style customization, and frame-accurate timing. Ideal for titles, subtitles, and brand messaging.

Interactive text overlay positioning

Precise timeline duration control

Multiple caption layers per video

Full typographic styling freedom

Browser-based secure processing

Core Capabilities

Complete toolkit for adding text overlay on video like a pro

Ready-Made Templates

Instant style presets and layouts

Apply with one tap

Flexible Positioning

Move text freely across the frame

Exact pixel-level alignment

Typography Controls

Adjust typefaces, hues, and arrangements

Studio-quality options

Timeline Management

Frame-perfect timing adjustments

Instant visual feedback

FAQ

How do I add text overlay on video using Vidmate?

Import your video file, choose from ready-made caption styles or design your own wording, then reposition it anywhere on screen. Fine-tune display timing, apply styling preferences, and download your video with burned-in text overlay.

Can I control when captions appear in my video?

Absolutely. Our timeline interface lets you define exact start/end moments for every caption element. Build multiple text layers appearing at different timestamps throughout your footage.

What styling options are available for text overlay on video?

Modify typefaces, color schemes, dimensions, background fills, transparency levels, line heights, and character spacing. Relocate captions anywhere via interactive controls and adjust bounding boxes freely.

Is my video content kept private?

Yes. All caption editing runs locally within your browser, meaning video files never upload to external servers. Your content stays completely confidential and protected on your device.

What's the maximum video size I can add text to?

You can work with videos up to 100MB for optimal browser performance. This limit guarantees smooth editing and instant previews across desktop and mobile platforms.

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