Learn languages passively

Learn a language while you stream.

SubHamster shows live subtitles in up to 3 languages at once. Watch your favorite shows and pick up a new language along the way.

Works in Chrome, Opera, Edge & Brave · Built-in engine for top accuracy

YouTube Many video sites Your browser, your choice
Sub the hamster learning at a laptop
Up to 3 languages · 16 languages · Built-in AI recognition · Your data is never sold
Features

Everything to soak up a language

Subtitles your way — freely chosen, styled and instantly translated.

3 languages at once

Original, translation and a phonetic line — three rows in sync.

Phonetics & tones

Read along with romanization, e.g. Pinyin with tone marks.

Choose the source

Spanish film? Show English subtitles — or the other way around.

Built-in recognition

Optional Whisper/Deepgram engine for accurate fast speech.

Fully customizable

Color, size per language, position and background.

Instant & in sync

Forward-looking translation — source and translation appear together.

Live demo

Try it right here

Change the languages, colors, size and position — and watch the subtitles update live, exactly like in the extension.

DEMO
Sub enjoying the show
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This is the real panel from the extension. Click around — the subtitles react instantly.

How it works

Ready in 3 steps

Get & activate

After purchase you get your license key and install SubHamster in one click.

Pick languages

Set up your up-to-3 lines — e.g. original + your language + phonetics.

Just watch

Play your video. Sub shows the subtitles — you learn along the way.

Pricing

One plan, all features

Cancel anytime. Subscribe securely with Stripe — right inside the extension.

Monthly

$3.99 / month
  • All features unlocked
  • Up to 3 languages
  • Cancel anytime
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Yearly

$39.99 / year
Save 17% vs monthly
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  • Best price – just $3.33/mo
  • Priority support
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Install the free extension, then subscribe in one click · secure Stripe checkout.

Ich bin Entwickler und wollte eigentlich nur selbst Chinesisch lernen. Weil mir das aktive Pauken zu mühsam war, habe ich dieses Add-on gebaut, um passiv beim Schauen zu lernen. Heute ist daraus ein richtiges Produkt geworden, von dem jeder profitieren kann.
Sub
AntonFounder & Developer · SubHamster
FAQ

Common questions

Which sites does SubHamster work on?

On YouTube and common video sites. You control the display; SubHamster doesn't bypass paywalls or download content. Please respect each platform's terms.

Which browsers are supported?

All Chromium browsers: Chrome, Opera/Opera GX, Edge and Brave. Safari and Firefox aren't supported yet.

Do I need my own API keys?

No — standard translation is free. For premium translators or the built-in speech engine you optionally add your own keys.

How do I install it?

After purchase you get your license key and a step-by-step install. One-click activation.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. Cancel anytime via the link in your purchase confirmation.

Is my data sold?

No. Processing only serves to show subtitles to you. Details in the privacy policy.

Ready to learn on the side?

Sub is waiting. Switch on SubHamster and turn every episode into a lesson.

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Open to your feedback & ideas

SubHamster grows with its users. Suggestions, wishes or bug reports — write to us, we'd love to hear from you.