YouTube Video Downloader
Download YouTube videos online for free in MP4, MP3, HD, 1080p or 4K. Paste a link, choose your format and quality, and save the video or audio in seconds.
Free YouTube Video Downloader Tools
Download YouTube videos in MP4 up to 4K, convert them to MP3, save Shorts, playlists and thumbnails, or grab subtitles — every tool is free, works in your browser, and needs no sign-up.
YouTube Video Downloader
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YouTube Playlist Downloader
YouTube Subtitles Downloader
YouTube to MP4
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YouTube Shorts Downloader
YouTube 1080p Downloader
YouTube Thumbnail Downloader
How to Download YouTube Videos
Save any YouTube video in HD MP4, no watermarks.
How to Download YouTube Videos
Follow these three simple steps to download any YouTube video for free — on iPhone, Android or PC, right in your browser, with no app to install.
Copy the YouTube Link
Open YouTube, tap Share on the video you want, and copy its link — a normal video, a Short or a playlist link all work here.
Paste the Link & Choose Your Format
Paste the link into the box at the top of this page, choose MP4 video in HD or 4K — or MP3 audio — and press Download.
Save the Video to Your Device
Your file is ready in seconds. Save the video straight to your phone, tablet or computer and watch it offline anytime.
Why Use yt-down?
Safe & Private
A safe YouTube downloader — no sign-up needed, and your files are never stored.
Fast Downloads
Your MP4 or MP3 is ready in seconds, in HD up to 4K.
100% Free
Download online for free on iPhone, Android or PC — no app to install.
No Watermark
Clean video and audio files, exactly as the creator uploaded them.
Free YouTube Video Downloader
yt-down is a free YouTube video downloader that works through a simple link — choose a format below and save your file in seconds.
Download YouTube Videos as MP4
The youtube to mp4 converter saves any video as a standard MP4 file that plays on every phone, TV and computer.
Convert YouTube Videos to MP3
Turn any video into an MP3 audio file — songs, lectures and podcasts, ready to listen offline on any device.
Download in HD 1080p and 4K
Get the full picture with the 1080p downloader, or go up to crisp 4K when the original video offers it.
Save YouTube Shorts Clips
Paste any Shorts link and save the vertical video straight to your camera roll, ready to share anywhere.
Download YouTube Video Thumbnails
Grab the full-resolution thumbnail image of any video — the same picture YouTube shows, in one click.
Download YouTube Playlists
Save a whole playlist in order instead of one video at a time — pick the quality once and let it run.
Responsible Use Disclaimer: yt-down is intended for personal archiving, educational use, and public domain or Creative Commons content. Please respect copyright laws and creator rights when saving online media. yt-down is an independent web utility and is not affiliated with YouTube or Google LLC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about using yt-down, supported formats, and file handling.