Summarize any YouTube video
for free
Paste a YouTube link below. Get key points, clickable timestamps, and a TL;DR in about 5 seconds.
This took 5 seconds on the web. In the extension, it's instant.
Add to Chrome — FreeHow it works
tocly pulls the video's transcript and sends it through AI models tuned for summarization. In about 5 seconds, you get a structured breakdown: a one-line TL;DR, the key points covered, and timestamped moments you can jump to.
The transcript is processed in real-time and never stored. Works on any YouTube video with captions — auto-generated or manual — in 19 languages.
Who uses this
- Researchers triaging conference talks and lectures
- Marketers doing competitive research on YouTube
- Developers skimming through tutorials
- Students preparing for exams with lecture recordings
- Content creators studying what works in their niche
Frequently asked questions
Is this really free?
Yes. You get 1 free summary without signing up. Enter your email to unlock 3 more per day. For unlimited summaries, install the Chrome extension.
What's the longest video it can handle?
Up to 3 hours. Whether it's a 10-minute tutorial or a full keynote, results come back in about 5 seconds.
Does it work with non-English videos?
Yes. tocly supports 19 languages — any video with captions in those languages can be summarized.
Is my data safe?
Video transcripts are processed in real-time and discarded immediately — never stored on our servers. No browsing history, no cross-site tracking.