I Built a Free YouTube Chapter Generator (Because Descript Charges $15/month)

Description and use

A free, browser‑based YouTube chapter generator that replaces the paid Descript tool and simplifies timestamp creation.

Problem

Creators need to add chapter timestamps to YouTube videos but paid tools like Descript are expensive and YouTube Studio requires manual entry.

Outcome

The tool provides an automated, free alternative to Descript, reducing time and cost for adding chapters to YouTube videos.

Workflow

• Open the web tool in a browser
• Enter timestamps (MM:SS or HH:MM:SS) and titles
• The tool detects duplicates and out‑of‑order entries
• Preview the chapter list in real time
• Copy the formatted list to clipboard or download as .txt
• Paste into YouTube Studio’s chapter editor

Evidence

Stop paying $15 per month for Descript when you just need to add timestamps to your YouTube videos.

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