What is Burned-In Captions?
Burned-in captions are permanently embedded into video pixels. Learn the difference between hardcoded and closed captions and when to use each.
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Definition
Burned-in captions (also called hardcoded or open captions) are text overlays permanently embedded into the video pixels, visible to all viewers without toggles.
Burned-In Captions explained
Unlike closed captions (which can be toggled on/off), burned-in captions are part of the video itself. They cannot be turned off, resized, or repositioned by the viewer. This format is standard for social media videos on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts because these platforms either lack native caption support or display them inconsistently. Burned-in captions ensure consistent styling, positioning, and animation across all devices. The trade-off is that they cannot be translated or modified after export. BlitzReels always produces burned-in captions with customizable styles, animations, and positioning that are rendered directly into the exported video file.
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