YouTube to Shorts

Turn any long video into scroll-stopping vertical Shorts and Reels. Our AI finds the best moments, writes the hook and caption, and renders ready-to-upload 9:16 clips.

Step 1: Add Your Video

Add a video file or paste a YouTube link to start.

Paste your YouTube video link to get the words from it

Choose your format

Both render as vertical 9:16 clips — the format changes only the feed styling in the preview.

Sign in Required

Please sign in with your Google account to generate Shorts and access all features. This will be the same account you can use to access The Tech Show Services

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the YouTube to Shorts converter work?

Paste a YouTube link and the AI reads the video, ranks the most Short-worthy moments, writes a hook and captions for each, and renders vertical 9:16 MP4 clips you can download and upload straight to Shorts, Reels, or TikTok.

Is the YouTube to Shorts maker free?

Yes. The free plan includes 15 uses with no credit card required. A Pro membership unlocks more uses at a low cost.

What format are the finished Shorts?

Clips are rendered as vertical 9:16 MP4 files, ready to upload to YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok. You can also export timelines to Final Cut Pro or Premiere Pro.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Everything runs in your browser — sign in with Google, paste a video link, and download the finished clips.

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