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Everything you need to know about files, languages, voice generation, credits, exports, and security.

Files and projects

Which file types can I upload?+

HiDub accepts SRT subtitle files and plain-text TXT files encoded as UTF-8. An SRT upload preserves timecodes and creates one editable segment for each subtitle cue.

Is there an upload limit?+

The web studio accepts source files up to 10 MB. For longer scripts, split the project by episode, chapter, or scene to keep review and export manageable.

Can I change a line after translation?+

Yes. Every translated segment remains editable until you generate audio. Updating one line does not require translating the entire project again.

Translation and voices

How many languages does HiDub support?+

HiDub is designed for translation across more than 80 languages and offers over 320 locale-specific voices. The exact voice list depends on the selected target language.

Which translation model does HiDub use?+

HiDub routes text translation through Alibaba Cloud Bailian. Source timecodes and segment boundaries remain attached to their translated lines.

How are voice providers selected?+

Asian-language speech is routed to Alibaba Cloud voice services. Western-language speech is routed to Microsoft Azure AI Speech. The selected provider appears in the studio before generation.

Can I preview a voice for free?+

Yes. Short voice samples are free to preview. Credits are charged only when you confirm final generation for a segment or complete project.

Credits and billing

What happens when I create an account?+

Each new account receives 50 one-time welcome credits. No card is required to use the welcome balance.

How are credits calculated?+

Credit cost is based on the amount of final speech, selected voice settings, and export mode. HiDub displays an estimate before translation or audio generation, and confirms the final charge afterward.

What happens when my balance reaches zero?+

Your projects, scripts, translations, and existing outputs remain viewable. Translation and audio generation buttons are disabled until you add credits or renew a subscription.

Do monthly credits roll over?+

Plan credits reset each billing month and do not roll over. One-time top-up credits remain available while your account stays active.

Can I cancel my subscription?+

Yes. Cancel from Billing at any time. Your plan remains active through the end of the paid period, and you can continue viewing projects afterward.

Generation and exports

Can I export each subtitle line separately?+

Yes. Choose Individual clips to receive one labeled audio file per subtitle segment, packaged as a ZIP archive.

Can I create one complete MP3?+

Yes. Choose Complete MP3 to merge all generated segments into one file while respecting the original subtitle timing and pauses.

Can I adjust voice speed and pitch?+

Yes. Voice controls include speed, pitch, and pause duration. Some voices also expose style or emotional tone controls.

Can I use generated audio commercially?+

Paid plans include commercial use for projects you are authorized to produce. You remain responsible for source content rights and any applicable voice or publicity restrictions.

Privacy and security

Does HiDub train models on my files?+

No. Customer scripts, subtitles, translations, and generated audio are not used to train shared models.

How long are files stored?+

Retention depends on your plan and account settings. You can delete a project and its stored source and output files from the project menu.

Is data encrypted?+

Files are encrypted in transit and at rest. Payment details are handled by a PCI-compliant payment processor; HiDub does not store full card numbers.

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