ChatGPT for YouTube refers to a class of browser extensions and web-based tools that integrate OpenAI’s GPT models with YouTube’s video platform. These tools typically extract the video’s transcript (using YouTube’s own captions or speech-to-text models) and then use ChatGPT to produce a readable summary.
Some of the most popular tools in this space include:
YouTube Summary with ChatGPT (by Glasp)
Eightify – YouTube Summary with ChatGPT
Glarity – YouTube Summary Generator
They are often available as Chrome or Firefox extensions and work directly on the YouTube video page.
Features
Instant Summarization
Generates concise summaries of YouTube videos in bullet points or paragraphs, depending on settings.
Transcript Extraction
Extracts and displays the full transcript of a video using YouTube’s captions or AI-powered transcription.
ChatGPT Integration
Some tools allow users to open the transcript directly in ChatGPT (or ChatGPT-compatible UIs) to ask follow-up questions.
Multilingual Support
Supports summarizing videos in multiple languages (if transcripts are available).
Timestamped Highlights
Summaries may include timestamps that link back to key moments in the video.
Browser Integration
Most tools work via Chrome or Firefox extensions, inserting summary tools directly below YouTube videos.
Export Options
Some tools offer export to Markdown, PDF, or copy-to-clipboard for note-taking and documentation.
How It Works
Install the Extension
Add a compatible browser extension like “YouTube Summary with ChatGPT” or “Eightify” from the Chrome Web Store.Open a YouTube Video
Visit a video page. The tool will automatically detect the transcript.Click ‘Summarize’
The extension processes the transcript and generates a summary, often in under 10 seconds.Use ChatGPT (Optional)
Some tools provide a button to open the summary or transcript in ChatGPT for deeper analysis.
Use Cases
Students
Summarize long educational videos or recorded lectures into study notes or quick revisions.
Professionals
Quickly digest webinar content, online trainings, and tutorials without watching the entire video.
Researchers & Writers
Use summaries to identify key topics and reference material in academic or content creation work.
Language Learners
Read along with AI-generated transcripts and summaries to reinforce comprehension.
Content Curators
Summarize trending or viral videos for newsletters, blogs, or newsfeeds.
Pricing
Many tools in this category offer free basic functionality, with optional premium plans:
YouTube Summary with ChatGPT (Glasp)
Free: Basic summaries and transcript extraction
Pro: (Pricing varies) Faster generation, export options, and ChatGPT integrations
Eightify
Free: Limited daily summaries
Pro: Starts at $4.99/month for unlimited summaries and export features
Glarity
Free: Transcript and summary
Premium: Offers integrations and larger content limits
Always verify prices on each provider’s website or the Chrome Web Store listing.
Strengths
Saves time by summarizing long videos
Easy browser integration
Supports multilingual transcripts
Many tools are free or low-cost
Useful for study, research, and productivity
Drawbacks
Accuracy depends on YouTube’s transcript quality
Some tools require ChatGPT Plus for full functionality
Doesn’t work on videos without captions or audio
Cannot summarize private or members-only content
May miss context in complex videos or dialogues
Comparison with Other Tools
vs. Video Highlighting Tools (e.g., Vidyo.ai)
Vidyo.ai focuses on clipping highlights for social media. ChatGPT for YouTube summarizes content instead.
vs. General AI Tools (e.g., ChatGPT)
You can copy a transcript into ChatGPT manually, but ChatGPT for YouTube automates the process directly in your browser.
vs. Note-Taking Tools (e.g., Notion AI)
Notion AI is great for managing and organizing content, but ChatGPT for YouTube is faster for quick summaries.
Customer Reviews and Testimonials
User feedback across the Chrome Web Store and Reddit is generally positive:
“I use the Glasp extension to summarize tutorials before deciding to watch them. Huge time-saver.”
— Student on Reddit
“Eightify gave me a clean summary of a 90-minute podcast. Impressive and very accurate.”
— Product Manager via Chrome Review
“I just wish it worked with more non-English videos.”
— User review for Glarity
Conclusion
ChatGPT for YouTube tools provide a simple, effective way to extract key insights from video content using AI. With their ability to generate fast summaries, extract transcripts, and integrate with ChatGPT, these tools are becoming essential for students, professionals, and content consumers alike.
If you’re looking to learn faster, work smarter, or just save time on YouTube, installing a ChatGPT for YouTube extension is a smart move.
