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# How to Add Custom Transcript Files in Audion360

Podcast transcripts provide a written version of your episode, making your content more accessible for all listeners, improving searchability, and enhancing discoverability. With Audion360, you can easily add a custom transcript file to your podcast episodes that follows the [Podcasting 2.0](https://github.com/Podcastindex-org/podcast-namespace) specifications. These transcripts will be read by podcast players that support the `<podcast:transcript>` tag, such as Apple Podcasts and other Podcasting 2.0–compliant apps.

## Why Use Podcast Transcripts?

Transcripts help listeners:
* Follow along if they are hearing-impaired or non-native speakers.
* Quickly skim and find specific parts of an episode.
* Search episode content for key terms or quotes.
* Share excerpts more easily on blogs or social media.
They are especially valuable for podcasts with detailed discussions, interviews, or educational content.

## How to Add a Transcript in Audion360
Audion360 supports adding transcript files in **VTT** or **SRT** format. You’ll need to create the transcript using third-party software before uploading the transcript in Audion360.
### Step 1: Create Your Transcript File
You’ll need a properly time-coded transcript in either **WebVTT (VTT)** or **SubRip (SRT)** format.
You can create transcripts with tools such as:
* **Aegisub** (Free, cross-platform) → Manual subtitle editor for VTT/SRT files.
* **Otter.ai** (Web, paid/free) → Automatic transcription with editing tools.
* **Descript** (Mac/Windows, paid) → AI transcription with editing and publishing options.
* **Rev** (Web, paid) → Human-generated transcripts with high accuracy.
Make sure to export the final file in **`.vtt`** or **`.srt`** format.

### Step 2: Upload Your Transcript File
Go to your **Episode page** and scroll down to the **Audio** section.
Click on **Add Transcript**, then select and upload your transcript file.
Finally, click **Save Episode**.

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Your transcript is now linked to the episode and will be recognized by podcast players that support transcripts.