How to Download YouTube Videos
Follow this step-by-step guide to download any YouTube video as MP4 or MP3 using YTDownloads. No software installation, no registration required — just your browser.
Find the YouTube video
Open YouTube in your browser or app. Navigate to the video you want to download. It can be any public video — music, tutorials, lectures, vlogs, trailers, or podcasts.
Copy the video link
On desktop: Click the address bar and copy the full URL (e.g., https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...).
On mobile: Tap Share below the video, then tap Copy link.
Paste into YTDownloads
Open ytdownloads.com in your browser. Paste the copied link into the input field at the top of the page and click Start.
Choose your format and quality
After the video loads, you'll see two dropdowns:
Video: Select resolution (1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p) for MP4 downloads.
Audio: Select bitrate (320kbps, 256kbps, 192kbps, 128kbps) for MP3 downloads.
Download your file
Click Download MP3 for audio or Download MP4 for video. A progress window appears — once complete, click the download link to save the file to your device.
Tips for Best Results
- Wi-Fi recommended: HD video files can be large (80-150 MB). Use Wi-Fi on mobile to avoid data charges.
- Apple users: Every MP4 is pre-converted to H.264/AAC. Your download will play on iPhone, iPad, and Mac without issues.
- Music only? Choose MP3 format and select 320kbps for best quality. Perfect for building a local music library.
- Batch downloading: You can download multiple videos in separate browser tabs — each processes independently.
- Files auto-delete: Downloads are temporary. Save the file to a permanent location on your device within 1 hour.