Convert FLV to text

Sonix transcribes FLV (Flash Video) files from the era when Flash powered web video. If you have legacy web content, archived videos, or downloaded Flash media, upload your FLV files and get professional transcripts.

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About This Format

Understanding FLV files

What is a FLV file?

Legacy Flash video format for web streaming

FLV files are also known as Flash Video Files. Most FLV files use Adobe Flash Player or Adobe Air to transmit audio/video over the Internet. Most embedded videos on the Internet are FLV files, but with the introduction of HTML5 videos, many streaming services have dropped usage of FLV files. You can sometimes see FLV files with a F4V file extension. FLV files aren’t as common now, but we still support them at Sonix.

Common Uses

  • Legacy web videos
  • Archived Flash content
  • Old streaming platforms

Audio Quality

Older format - quality varies significantly

Transcription Tips for FLV

  • Convert to MP4 for better compatibility if possible
  • Audio quality depends on original encoding

Where FLV Files Come From

  • Legacy YouTube downloads
  • Archived web content
  • Old streaming sites
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How It Works

Convert FLV to text in 6 steps

Step 1

Create account

Sign up for Sonix's free trial. Includes 30 minutes of free transcription.

Step 2

Upload file

Upload your FLV file from your computer, Google Drive, or Dropbox.

Step 3

Select language

Choose from 53+ languages spoken in your FLV file.

Step 4

Auto-transcribe

Sonix AI automatically extracts and transcribes your FLV audio.

Step 5

Edit transcript

Polish your transcript with our browser-based AudioText Editor.

Step 6

Export text

Download your FLV transcript as a text file or other formats.

Common Questions

Everything about FLV to text

Can Sonix transcribe FLV files?

Yes! Sonix still supports FLV transcription for legacy content. Whether you have old YouTube downloads, archived web videos, or historical Flash content, we extract the audio (typically MP3 or AAC) and deliver accurate transcripts.

Why do I still have FLV files?

FLV files are common in video archives from 2005-2015, downloaded web content, and legacy media libraries. If you've preserved videos from the Flash era, Sonix can help you create searchable text transcripts.

How is the audio quality in FLV files?

FLV audio quality varies significantly - early web videos used low bitrates (64-128kbps MP3), while later content often included higher quality audio. Clear speech typically transcribes well regardless of the compression level.

Should I convert FLV to MP4 first?

Sonix accepts FLV files directly - no conversion needed. However, if you want to preserve your videos for the future, converting to MP4 is recommended since Flash is no longer supported. You can transcribe either the original FLV or the converted MP4.

Can I transcribe old YouTube videos saved as FLV?

Absolutely! Legacy YouTube downloads saved as FLV transcribe well with Sonix. This includes content that may no longer be available online - your FLV archives can be converted to searchable, accessible text.

What audio codecs are in FLV files?

FLV files typically contain MP3, AAC, or Speex audio. All these codecs work well with Sonix transcription. The exact audio quality depends on the original encoding settings, which varied across different platforms and years.

Why Sonix

The best way to convert FLV to text

Lightning Fast

Convert FLV to text 10x faster than real-time with our advanced AI.

99% Accurate

Industry-leading accuracy for FLV transcription, powered by AI.

Easy Editing

Polish your FLV transcript with our intuitive AudioText Editor.

Affordable

Convert FLV to text at a fraction of the cost of manual transcription.

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The speech to text was fast and very accurate.
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