Kaka Subtitle Assistant (VideoCaptioner) is easy to operate and doesn't require high-end hardware. It supports both online API calls and local offline processing (with GPU support) for speech recognition. It leverages Large Language Models (LLMs) for intelligent subtitle segmentation, correction, and translation. It offers a one-click solution for the entire video subtitle workflow! Add stunning subtitles to your videos.
The latest version now supports VAD, vocal separation, word-level timestamps, batch subtitle processing, and other practical features.
- 🎯 No GPU required to use powerful speech recognition engines for accurate subtitle generation.
- ✂️ LLM-based intelligent segmentation and sentence breaking for more natural subtitle reading.
- 🔄 AI subtitle multi-threading optimization and translation, adjusting subtitle format and making expressions more idiomatic and professional.
- 🎬 Supports batch video subtitle synthesis, improving processing efficiency.
- 📝 Intuitive subtitle editing and viewing interface, supporting real-time preview and quick editing.
- 🤖 Low model token consumption, and built-in basic LLM model to ensure out-of-the-box use.
Publisher’s description
What is VideoCaptioner?
VideoCaptioner by WeiFeng is open-source Windows software in the video editors category. It ranks 28th by popularity among video editors in this catalogue. It is written in Python.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 64-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.3.3, released on March 2, 2025. The version history goes back to February 9, 2025: 2 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is more than a year old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (WEIFENG2333/VideoCaptioner) has 16,329 stars. Similar programs include OpenShot Video Editor, Shotcut and Subtitle Edit.
Project description on GitHub: “🎬 卡卡字幕助手 | VideoCaptioner - 基于 LLM 的智能字幕助手 - 视频字幕生成、断句、校正、字幕翻译全流程处理！- A powered tool for easy and efficient video subtitling.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Large user base
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- No update for more than a year
In short: VideoCaptioner is an open-source video editor tool for 64-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is VideoCaptioner safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
7AEE706E8E99921D879D4B088C94E025E7F13868B06DE09AD7D69870102AC8F1· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3.3Latest | March 2, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.3.2 | February 9, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id WEIFENG2333.VideoCaptioner -eVideoCaptioner-Setup-win64-v1.3.3.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- WeiFeng
- Category
- Video editors
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/WEIFENG2333/VideoCaptioner
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 1.3.3
- Released
- March 2, 2025
- Added to the catalogue
- February 12, 2025
- Versions listed
- 2
- GitHub stars
- 16,329
- GitHub forks
- 1,417
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- WEIFENG2333.VideoCaptioner
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Frequently asked questions
Is VideoCaptioner free?
Yes. VideoCaptioner is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is VideoCaptioner safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install VideoCaptioner with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can VideoCaptioner be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does VideoCaptioner run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of VideoCaptioner?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 9, 2025.
Can I use VideoCaptioner without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to VideoCaptioner?
OpenShot Video Editor, Shotcut, Subtitle Edit, Aegisub and LAV Filters. The alternatives page compares them.
