YouTube Video Downloader: Save YouTube Videos in MP4, WebM, and More
Welcome to YTMP3's YouTube Video Downloader, a fast, free, and easy tool designed to help you save your favorite YouTube videos for offline viewing. This page focuses on downloading YouTube videos in multiple formats, including MP4 and WebM, and it also s
Why choose a YouTube video downloader from YTMP3
- No registration required — start using the downloader immediately.Completely free — there are no hidden fees or paywalls for standard downloads.
- Fast conversion and download — optimized servers deliver quick results even for longer videos.High quality options — preserve video and audio quality with flexible bitrate and resolution choices.
- Broad compatibility — works on desktop and mobile browsers across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.How to use the YouTube Video Downloader: step-by-step guide
Copy the URL of the YouTube video you want to save. You can copy from the address bar or use the Share option in YouTube.
Paste the URL into the downloader input field on this page.
Choose the output format. For video, select MP4 or WebM. If you want audio only, use audio extraction to MP3 via {{ url('/' . $lang . $number . '/' . 'youtube-to-mp3') }}. For the video-focused path, you can also use {{ url('/' . $lang . $number . '/' . '
Select the desired quality and bitrate. Common options include 144p, 360p, 720p, 1080p, and 4K (2160p), depending on the video source and chosen format.
Click Convert or Download. The tool processes the video and gives you a direct download link. Save the file to your device with a clear filename.
Fast conversion — optimized servers ensure quick processing even for long videos.
Low quality (144p–240p): small file sizes, fast downloads, suitable for mobile viewing on slow networks.
- Standard quality (360p–720p): good balance for casual watching on laptops and tablets.High quality (1080p): crisp video with larger file sizes — ideal for larger screens and longer videos.
- Ultra high definition (4K/2160p): the best quality for modern displays; very large files and higher bandwidth requirements.For MP4, a typical 1080p video with AAC audio at 128 kbps might range around 1.5–3.5 Mbps video bitrate plus 128 kbps audio, resulting in a file size of roughly 60–180 MB per minute depending on motion and complexity. 4K content can push the video bitrate
- Compatibility and how to use on different devicesOur downloader is designed for cross-device compatibility. It runs entirely in your browser, so there is no software to install. This makes it easy to save videos on Windows PCs, macOS machines, Linux desktops, and mobile devices running iOS or Android. T
- Technical details: what makes MP4 a universal choiceMP4 is the most widely supported video container in the world. When you download in MP4 from YouTube, you typically get a container that includes:
Video codec: H.264/AVC or H.265/HEVC (depending on the source and device)
Audio codec: AAC or MP3 (depending on the source and selection)
Resolution: 240p, 360p, 480p, 720p, 1080p, 1440p, 4K (2160p) where available
Frame rate: 24, 25, 30, 50, or 60 fps depending on the video
Typical file sizes for MP4 at 1080p are influenced by motion; a standard action-packed video can be larger than a static slide show. Our downloader uses efficient encoding settings to minimize artifacts while preserving sharpness, delivering a high-qualit Use cases: why you’d want MP4 or WebM downloads
Offline viewing during flights or commutes where data is unavailable or expensive
Educational purposes — download lectures and demonstrations for later study without internet access
Archiving favorite moments or tutorials for long-term storage
High-quality video backups for personal collections or content creators who want to repurpose footage in projects
