Can I download YouTube Shorts too?

Yes. Both regular YouTube videos and YouTube Shorts are supported. Just paste the Shorts URL and it works the same way.

How do I copy a YouTube link?

On the YouTube app, tap Share then Copy link under the video. On desktop, copy the URL from your browser address bar. For Shorts, tap the Share icon and then Copy link.

Is it legal to download YouTube videos?

Downloading YouTube videos may conflict with YouTube's Terms of Service. Only download public videos for personal, offline viewing and always respect the original creator's rights. Do not re-upload or commercially use content you do not own without permission.

YouTube Video Downloader

YouTube Video Downloader Videos & Shorts

Paste any public YouTube video or Shorts link and download it as MP4 in seconds. Free, no app to install, no sign-up required. For personal use only.

No sign-up required · Files streamed securely, never stored · Personal use only

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Supported content

YouTube videos and Shorts, all in one place

Both regular YouTube videos and vertical Shorts are supported. Paste any public link and download.

YouTube Videos

YouTube Shorts

MP4 format

Public videos

Why use it

The simplest way to save a YouTube video

Free, fast and private, with nothing to install.

Videos & Shorts

Both standard YouTube videos and vertical Shorts are supported from the same input box.

Fast downloads

Paste, fetch, download. Most videos are ready in just a few seconds, no waiting in queues.

MP4 format

Your video downloads as an MP4 in the available quality, ready to watch, edit or keep offline.

Free, no sign-up

No account, no app, no credit card. Just paste a link and download for free.

Private & secure

Videos are streamed straight to you and never stored on our servers or shared with anyone.

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How it works

Download a YouTube video in 3 steps

No software to install. No account required.

Copy the link

On the YouTube app, tap Share then Copy link. On desktop, copy the URL from your browser. For Shorts, tap the Share icon then Copy link.

Paste and fetch

Paste the YouTube URL into the box above and click Download video. We fetch the original video file.

Download the MP4

Your video downloads as an MP4 in the available quality. Personal use only, respect the creator's rights.

Other platforms

Download videos from other platforms

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FAQ

YouTube Video Downloader, Common Questions

Yes. You can download YouTube videos for free without an account. Anonymous use is limited to a few downloads per day to keep the service fast and free for everyone.

Yes. Both regular YouTube videos and YouTube Shorts are fully supported. Paste a Shorts URL exactly as you would any other YouTube link and it works the same way.

Videos are downloaded as MP4 files in the available quality. The exact resolution depends on what YouTube provides for that specific video. We do not guarantee 4K or 8K for all videos.

On the YouTube mobile app, tap Share below the video then tap Copy link. On desktop, copy the URL from your browser address bar. For Shorts, tap the Share icon and then Copy link.

Downloading YouTube videos may conflict with YouTube's Terms of Service. Only download public videos for personal, offline viewing. Always respect the original creator's rights and do not re-upload or commercially use content you do not own without permission.

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