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Copy the link
Use a YouTube watch URL, youtu.be share link, or Shorts URL. Paste an individual video rather than a channel or playlist. Age checks and sign-in challenges may prevent access.
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Request an available YouTube video from its page link. Preview the MP4, then save it to your device.
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THREE STEPS. THAT’S IT.
From a link to your files.How to download YouTube videos
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Drop it here
Paste the video link above. We’ll get your download ready.
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Keep the moment
Preview your video, hit Download MP4, and you’re all set.
START WITH THE RIGHT LINK
YouTube video and Shorts links
Use an individual YouTube watch link, short share link or Shorts URL. This page processes one completed item, rather than a channel, playlist or live broadcast.
A watch URL uses the v parameter to identify the video. A youtu.be link carries the same identifier in its path, while a Shorts link opens a vertical-video page. The server must still be able to access the media. Sign-in checks, age restrictions and protected content can prevent processing even when the link is valid.
| Page type | URL or starting point | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Watch page | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIDEO_ID | Keep the video ID in the link. |
| Shorts | https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VIDEO_ID | Open one Short, not the Shorts feed. |
| Share link | https://youtu.be/VIDEO_ID | A share URL for one video. |
Find the original media on YouTube, then copy the individual item’s link.
KNOW WHAT YOU ARE SAVING
YouTube downloads: format, quality and watermarks
A compatible MP4
Compatible video and audio tracks are packaged into an MP4 when available. The file does not include the surrounding post, comments or website interface. Still images are not converted into videos.
Source quality, not upscaling
Resolution depends on the versions the source provides. IOdown does not turn a low-resolution upload into HD or 4K. Missing or muted source audio cannot be recreated by downloading it.
No IOdown watermark added
The tool does not add its own branding to the file. Logos, captions and watermarks already embedded in the source remain. Downloading is different from editing or removing a watermark.
FROM THE BROWSER TO YOUR DEVICE
Save YouTube videos on your phone or computer
Keep this page open until processing finishes. Preview the result, then choose Download MP4 before the expiry time shown next to the file.
iPhone or iPad
Use your browser’s download action when the file opens. Check the browser’s downloads list and the Files app. If the share menu offers Save Video for a compatible video, you can also save it to Photos. Audio-only MP4 files belong in Files or an audio player.
Android
Confirm the browser’s download prompt, then check Downloads in your file manager. A saved video may also appear in your gallery. If it only opens in a player, use the browser or player menu to save the file.
Windows or Mac
Choose Download MP4 and use the browser’s download list to locate the file. If a player opens instead, use its save action. Keep the .mp4 extension and open the result in a compatible media player.
WHEN A LINK DOES NOT WORK
YouTube download troubleshooting
Start with this YouTube check
If YouTube asks the server to sign in, this anonymous downloader cannot complete that check. A different URL format for the same video does not remove the access restriction.
- The link is rejected
- Use the full HTTPS page URL for one media item. Remove surrounding share-message text, but keep the media ID and any required query parameters. A profile, search page or direct file link is not the same as a media page.
- The source refuses access
- A public page can still be restricted by region, login requirements or server access checks. Your browser session is not shared with IOdown. Follow the specific error shown instead of repeatedly submitting the same link.
- Processing takes longer than expected
- Check whether progress is still moving. Long recordings and slow source hosts take more time. If the service asks you to wait because it is busy, wait before creating another request.
- The download link expired
- Prepared files are temporary. Submit the original media-page link again to request a new copy, provided the source is still accessible. The expiry shown with the result is the time to follow.
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GOOD TO KNOW
YouTube downloader FAQ
Answers about links, files and availability.
How do I download from YouTube?
Use a YouTube watch URL, youtu.be share link, or Shorts URL. Paste an individual video rather than a channel or playlist. Age checks and sign-in challenges may prevent access. Paste the link above, select Get video, then save the available MP4 file once processing finishes.
Which YouTube links does IOdown support?
Use a YouTube watch URL, youtu.be share link, or Shorts URL. Paste an individual video rather than a channel or playlist. Age checks and sign-in challenges may prevent access. IOdown processes one item at a time when the source exposes a compatible MP4 or M4A stream. Bulk collections, live streams, DRM-protected media, and sign-in-only content are not supported.
Why is my YouTube download unavailable?
The YouTube item may have been deleted, made private, restricted by region, or protected by a login or DRM. Changes on YouTube can also break extraction. A listing is not a guarantee that a particular URL works.
Can I download YouTube videos as MP4 without an app?
You can request an available MP4 in your browser without installing an app or creating an IOdown account. Quality, audio, and watermarks depend on the source. This tool does not remove DRM, bypass access controls, or guarantee a particular resolution.
Can I save an entire YouTube playlist or live stream?
No. Paste an individual, completed media item from YouTube. Each request saves at most one file and is subject to file-size and server-capacity limits.
How long can I save my YouTube download?
The file is temporarily stored and normally removed 15 minutes after processing finishes. Check the expiry shown next to the download and save it before that time. Only download content you own or have permission to save.
What is the file size limit for YouTube downloads?
Each file is limited to 10 GiB. There is no overall download time limit. Availability depends on the source and the media format.