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YouTube Video Downloader
Save YouTube videos as MP4 in HD, or grab just the audio as MP3. Paste the link and pick a quality.
By using this site you accept our Terms. Only download content you own or have permission to save.
Your downloads
Files are deleted after 60 minutes- 100% free
- No sign-up
- HD & MP3
- Works on any phone
3 simple steps
How to use the YouTube Video Downloader
- 1
Copy the link
Open the video on YouTube and copy its address from the browser bar or the Share button.
- 2
Paste it here
Paste the link in the box above and press Download. We read the available qualities.
- 3
Pick a quality
Choose 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p or MP3. Your file is ready to save in seconds.
Features
Why use our YouTube downloader
HD up to 1080p
Video and sound are merged into one MP4 that plays everywhere.
MP3 audio
Convert any video to a 192 kbps MP3 for podcasts, lectures and music you own.
Shorts and long videos
Works with normal videos, Shorts and youtu.be short links.
No app, no sign-up
Runs in your browser on phone, tablet or computer.
How the YouTube downloader works
YouTube stores video and sound as separate streams at higher qualities. DownloaderFor fetches the quality you choose, joins picture and audio into a single MP4 file, and hands it to your browser — so the file opens on Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone without extra software.
Files are kept on our server only long enough for you to save them and are deleted automatically within the hour. We never ask for your YouTube account.
Good uses: keeping a copy of your own uploads, saving Creative Commons lessons for offline study, or archiving videos the creator lets you download. Only download videos you own, that are openly licensed, or that you have the creator's permission to save.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the YouTube downloader free?
Yes. Downloading is free and needs no account. A fair-use limit per hour keeps the service fast for everyone.
What quality can I download?
Up to 1080p Full HD, plus 720p, 480p and 360p, depending on what the video offers.
Can I download YouTube Shorts?
Yes — paste the Shorts link, or use the dedicated YouTube Shorts downloader page.
Can I save only the audio?
Yes. Choose MP3 to get the sound only, or use our YouTube to MP3 page.
Does it work on iPhone?
Yes. On iPhone the file goes to the Files app (Downloads folder). From there you can save it to Photos.
Why does a video fail to download?
Private, age-restricted, members-only and live videos can't be downloaded. Try again later if YouTube is busy.
Is it legal to download YouTube videos?
It depends on the video and where you live. YouTube's terms allow downloading only where YouTube shows a download option or with permission. Download content you own or have the rights to.
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