Instagram + Facebook Reels
Post the same captioned vertical MP4 to Instagram Reels and Facebook Reels.
Reels Captions
Reels Caption Generator - Auto Captions for Instagram and Facebook Reels
Generate animated captions for Instagram Reels and Facebook Reels. Review the caption draft, choose a word-by-word or styled look, and export a captioned 9:16 MP4. Start with 3 free minutes.
MP4 or MOV
video upload
3 min
free to start
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spoken-language options
Features
Why Reels need captions
Animated text styles
Word-by-word, pop-in, and other supported animation styles. Preview the look on your Reel before export.
Silent scroll ready
Captions keep your Reel understandable when it plays on mute in the feed.
Timing you can adjust
Captions are timed to the speech; review and adjust the timing in the editor before export.
Hinglish and Indian languages
Generate captions in Hindi, English, Hinglish, Tamil, Telugu, or another supported language.
Captioned Reel export
Export a vertical MP4 with the captions burned in. Export quality depends on your plan.
Workflow
How to add captions to Reels
Step 1
Upload your Reel
Upload an MP4 or MOV video that you own or have permission to process.
Step 2
AI captions generated
Choose the spoken language and CapsAI creates timed captions from the speech in your video.
Step 3
Customize style
Correct the text and timing, then apply a caption style and check its placement.
Step 4
Export and share
Export an MP4 with the captions burned in, using an option available to your plan.
Use Cases
Reels captions for Instagram and Facebook
Two feeds, one caption pass
Reels reach people on both Instagram and Facebook, so one reviewed caption pass serves both audiences.
Watched on mute
Captions deliver your message during commutes, meetings, and in public spaces.
Inclusive content
Captions make your Reels accessible to deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences.
Consistent look
Use the same caption fonts, colors, and placement so viewers recognise your Reels.
Why CapsAI
Creating captions that match your Reels aesthetic
Your Reels have a visual identity - color palette, editing style, pacing. Captions should feel like part of that identity, not an afterthought slapped on top. When your caption font, color, and animation style are consistent across every Reel, viewers start recognizing your content before they even see your username.
- Picking 2-3 brand colors for captions creates visual consistency across your feed
- Matching caption animation speed to your editing pace makes the whole Reel feel cohesive
- Minimal lowercase captions work for lifestyle and aesthetic creators while bold uppercase fits fitness and business content
- Consistent caption positioning trains viewers to know where to look on your Reels
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FAQ
Reels caption generator FAQs
Does this work for both Instagram and Facebook Reels?
Yes. CapsAI exports a 9:16 MP4 with the captions burned in, which you can post to Instagram Reels and Facebook Reels.
Can I add animated word-by-word captions?
Yes. Choose a supported caption style, including word-by-word and other animation treatments, and preview it on your Reel before export.
What languages are supported?
The language selector currently offers Hinglish, English, Hindi, Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, Gujarati, Kannada, and Punjabi.
Is the quality good enough for Reels?
Export quality options depend on your plan. Check the pricing page for the export quality included in each pack.
Is there a watermark?
Free video export may include a CapsAI watermark. The CapsAI pricing page lists watermark-free video export as a paid-plan benefit.
What caption style works best for Reels in 2026?
Bold word-by-word animations in one to three colors are popular. Centered text in the lower third avoids blocking faces. Stick to one font per account for brand recognition.
How do I add captions to Reels in different languages?
Select the language spoken in your Reel before generating; for mixed Hindi-English speech, choose Hinglish. CapsAI does not translate captions into another language.
Which files can I upload?
The uploader accepts MP4 or MOV video files. Audio-only files and pasted video URLs are not part of the caption workflow.
Can I download SRT or VTT subtitle files?
The export is an MP4 with the captions burned in. Separate SRT or VTT files are not available from the editor yet; the standalone converters under /tools work on subtitle files you already have.
How accurate are the captions?
Accuracy depends on audio clarity, background noise, accents, and language selection. CapsAI creates a first draft and lets you edit captions before export.
Caption your next Reel
Upload an MP4 or MOV file, review the caption draft, and export a captioned MP4 for your Reels. Start with 3 free minutes.
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