Download YouTube Video

Download YouTube videos in MP4 — paste a link, pick a quality and save.

How to use

  1. Copy the video link from YouTube — a regular video, a Short or a youtu.be link.
  2. Paste it in the field above and click "Fetch".
  3. Choose a quality (1080p, 720p, 480p or 360p) and click "Download".
  4. The file downloads directly to your device — no sign-up required.

About this tool

This tool saves YouTube videos to your device in MP4 format. Paste a link and the tool fetches the available download options directly. Pick a resolution and the download starts in your browser with a progress bar.

Higher resolutions (1080p and above) include video and audio combined when YouTube makes them available as a single stream. The download happens through our server for compatibility, but the video is never stored — it streams straight to your browser.

If you only need the audio track, use the YouTube Audio Downloader instead.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free?

Yes, completely free with no limits on the number of downloads.

Can I download YouTube Shorts?

Yes. Paste the Shorts link and it works the same way as a regular video.

Why is 1080p not available for some videos?

YouTube sometimes delivers high-resolution video and audio as separate streams. When that happens, the tool offers the best combined option available.

Is it legal to download YouTube videos?

Downloading copyrighted content for redistribution is not allowed. Downloading for personal, offline viewing is generally tolerated, but always respect the content creator's rights and YouTube's terms of service.

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