YouTubeVideo Downloader

Download public YouTube videos directly in compatible MP4 format. Fast, free, and works on desktop, Android, and iOS devices.

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Public Video Links

Download public YouTube videos using standard watch URLs or youtu.be short links.

Compatible MP4 Format

Streams are delivered with H.264 video and AAC audio for standard device playback.

Stream Preparation

Local gateway merges high-definition video and audio pairs before download.

Direct Browser Saving

Download directly in your browser without installing third-party browser extensions.

Supported YouTube Content

Download public YouTube videos in compatible MP4 format with optional stream preparation.

Direct Combined Streams

Standard definition videos that include combined video and audio tracks download immediately without extra preparation.

High-Definition Stream Merging

Resolutions like 1080p and 720p stored as separate video and audio tracks are prepared into a complete MP4 file before download.

Short Share Links

Support for standard youtube.com/watch URLs as well as mobile youtu.be short share links.

Please note: Only publicly accessible standalone YouTube videos are supported. Playlists, channels, live broadcasts, and age-restricted or private videos are not supported. Stream preparation requires temporary processing before download, and file sizes are estimated until preparation completes.

How to Download YouTube Videos

Four simple steps to save public videos directly to your device.

Copy Video Link

Open YouTube and copy the video link from the address bar or Share menu (standard watch URLs and youtu.be links are supported).

Paste Link

Paste the copied YouTube video link into the input field above and click Download.

Select Format

Review available MP4 options. Direct streams download immediately, while high-definition options indicate stream preparation.

Prepare & Save MP4

When preparation is needed, the local gateway merges video and audio into a complete MP4 file before download.

Before you download

Important details for saving YouTube videos.

Quality & Resolution Options

Combined streams download immediately in standard definition. High-definition resolutions require merging separate video and audio tracks.

Local Stream Preparation

Stream preparation runs safely on the local gateway in temporary storage before serving the complete MP4 file.

Exact & Estimated File Sizes

Direct single-stream downloads show exact file sizes, while prepared high-definition streams display estimated sizes.

Cancellation at Any Time

If stream preparation is in progress, you can cancel at any point to stop the process and return to quality options.

Looking for device-specific instructions? Check our step-by-step How To guide for desktop, iPhone, iPad, and Android.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common questions about saving YouTube videos.

YouTube often stores higher resolutions (such as 1080p and 720p) as separate video-only and audio-only streams. When you select one of these options, the gateway prepares both compatible streams into a complete, synchronized MP4 file before serving it.