YouTube Video Downloader
Download YouTube videos in MP4 up to 4K, convert YouTube to MP3, or save YouTube Shorts. Supports regular videos, Shorts clips — paste the link and choose MP4 video or MP3 audio.
How to download YouTube videos
Works on iPhone, Android and desktop — no app to install.
Copy the link
Open the YouTube video, tap Share (or copy the URL from your browser's address bar).
Paste it here
Drop the link into the box above and press Download — we fetch the video in seconds.
Save in HD
Choose MP4 video quality or MP3 audio. The file saves directly to your device.
Why use this YouTube downloader?
Original quality
Downloads come from the source file — crisp HD, not a screen recording.
No watermark
Where YouTube stamps a watermark, we serve the clean original instead.
MP3 option
Only want the audio? One tap converts any YouTube video to MP3.
Mobile-first
Designed for phones: paste, tap, save. Equally smooth on desktop.
Private & safe
No signup, no login. We never store your links or downloaded files.
Fast & free
Unlimited downloads, no speed caps, no hidden paywalls — free forever.
Download quality options
Pick the quality that fits your device and data plan.
480p
Small files, quick downloads — great for slow connections.
720p
Sharp and balanced — the sweet spot for phones.
1080p
Full HD where the source offers it — best for big screens.
Works on all your devices
iPhone & iPad
Paste the link in Safari, tap Download — the video saves to your Files or Photos.
Android
Works in Chrome and any browser — files land in your Downloads folder.
PC & Mac
Full desktop experience with the fastest speeds and highest qualities.
YouTube downloader FAQ
How do I download a YouTube video?
Copy the YouTube URL, paste it above, press Download, then choose MP4 quality or MP3 audio.
How do I convert YouTube to MP3?
Paste the video link and select the MP3 Audio option — the sound extracts in seconds, perfect for music.
Can I download YouTube Shorts?
Yes — Shorts links work the same way. Save Shorts as MP4 video or convert Shorts to MP3 audio.
What quality is available?
Up to the source quality, including 1080p and 4K where the video offers it. Only download videos you have the right to save.
Is this YouTube downloader free?
Yes — free forever, with no download limits and no account required.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Everything runs in your browser — paste the link and download.
Where do my downloads save?
On iPhone: the Files app or Photos. On Android: the Downloads folder. On PC/Mac: your browser's download folder.
Is it safe and private?
Yes. No signup, no login, and we never store your links or files on our servers.
Can I download private YouTube videos?
No — only publicly accessible videos can be downloaded. Private or login-only content is not supported.
About YouTube downloads
Free YouTube video downloader — save any public YouTube video as MP4 up to 4K, convert YouTube to MP3 audio, or download YouTube Shorts clips. No YouTube Premium needed.
Paste a youtube.com or youtu.be link and choose your format: HD MP4 video for offline watching, or MP3 audio for music and podcasts. Shorts download as vertical MP4, and YouTube Shorts to MP3 conversion works too. Fast, free, no signup — works on mobile and desktop browsers.