YouTube Video Downloader for HD MP4 and MP3

Paste a YouTube link to see every quality from 144p to 1080p with its file size, then save the MP4 or MP3 you want.

MP4 up to 1080p · MP3 up to 320 kbps

  • Up to 1080p HD
  • File sizes shown
  • No sign-up

HD Video Downloads up to 1080p, Explained Simply

Resolution is the number that decides how sharp your saved video looks.

This YouTube video downloader saves MP4 files in six resolutions: 144p, 240p, 360p, 480p, 720p and 1080p. The number refers to the height of the picture in pixels, so 1080p means 1,080 rows of pixels from top to bottom. More pixels give a cleaner, more detailed image with sharper text, finer textures and smoother edges, but they also make the file larger. Doubling the resolution roughly quadruples the number of pixels on screen, which is why the jump from 480p to 1080p is so visible on a big display.

720p is the entry point for HD and looks crisp on a phone or a small laptop screen. 1080p, often called Full HD, is the top option here and holds up well on a monitor, a projector or a TV. The tool does not offer 1440p or 4K, so 1080p is the ceiling even if the original upload was recorded at a higher resolution. Keep in mind that a video can never look better than its source: if the creator uploaded at 480p, that is the highest quality the list will show.

Every MP4 quality includes sound, so you never end up with a silent clip that needs a separate audio file. The practical rule is simple. Pick the resolution that matches the screen you will actually watch on, and you get a file that looks right without wasting storage on pixels your display cannot show.

YouTube Video Quality Guide: Resolutions and Uses

Use this table to match each resolution to the screen and situation you have in mind.

QualityPixelsBest for
144p256x144Audio-focused clips, very low storage
240p426x240Tiny screens, saving data
360p640x360Talks and lectures on a phone
480p854x480Phone viewing with clearer detail
720p1280x720HD on phones, tablets and laptops
1080p1920x1080Full HD on monitors and TVs

Pixel sizes are for standard 16:9 videos; vertical clips and Shorts use the same heights in a different shape.

See the File Size Before You Save

Each video quality in the list shows its real file size next to the resolution, before you tap anything. A short clip at 360p may be small, while a long video at 1080p can be large, and you can compare every option side by side. Size depends on both length and resolution, so the same 1080p setting produces very different files for a three-minute song and a two-hour lecture.

That makes it easy to choose a version that fits the free space on your phone or stays within your mobile data allowance, instead of finding out halfway through. If 1080p looks too heavy, 720p usually keeps the picture sharp on a phone at a noticeably smaller size.

What This YouTube Downloader Gives You

Six practical reasons the tool fits everyday saving, from quick clips to long recordings.

  • Full HD 1080p

    Save MP4 files at up to 1920x1080 for sharp playback on large screens. Lower resolutions down to 144p are there when you need something lighter.

  • File sizes shown first

    Every video quality lists its size up front. You can weigh sharpness against storage before committing to a download.

  • MP3 audio too

    The same link box also offers MP3 at five bitrates, from 64 to 320 kbps. One paste covers both video and sound.

  • No sign-up

    There is no account, no app and no browser extension to install. It is free to use straight from this page.

  • Any device

    It runs in modern browsers on Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows, Mac, Linux and Chromebook. Your phone and your laptop get the same options.

  • Fast and direct

    The video is looked up live and the quality list appears right after you tap the button. Your chosen file opens in a new tab straight from YouTube's video servers, with no extra steps in between.

Need Only the Sound? Save MP3 Audio

Podcasts, interviews, music and lectures often work better as audio files you can play with the screen off. After you paste a link, the results include MP3 options next to the video qualities, so there is no need to switch tools or paste the link twice.

You can choose 320, 256, 192, 128 or 64 kbps. The bitrate controls how much audio detail is kept each second: higher values preserve more of the highs and lows in music, while 128 kbps is plenty for clear speech and 64 kbps keeps files compact for long recordings like audiobooks or hour-long talks.

An MP3 is also far smaller than any HD video of the same length, which makes it a sensible choice for building an offline listening collection on a phone with limited space. If audio is all you ever need, the YouTube to MP3 page uses the same box with the focus on sound.

How to Use the YouTube Video Downloader

Saving a video takes three steps in the box at the top of this page.

  1. Paste the link

    Copy the address of a YouTube video, Short or YouTube Music track from the share button or address bar and paste it into the box. Normal watch links, youtu.be links and mobile links all work.

  2. Check the details

    Tap the button and the tool looks the video up, showing its title, length and the full list of MP4 qualities with file sizes, plus the MP3 bitrates. Confirm the title so you know you have the right video.

  3. Pick a quality and save

    Tap the option you want and the file opens in a new tab. If it starts playing, save it from the browser menu, or on a computer right-click and choose Save video as.

YouTube Video Downloader FAQ

Is this YouTube video downloader free?

Yes. You can save videos and audio without paying, creating an account or installing anything. Paste a link, choose a quality and the file is yours.

How do I save a video on Android?

Open this page in Chrome or another regular browser, paste the link and tap a quality. If the video starts playing in the new tab, tap the three-dot menu and choose Download, or long-press the video and pick Download. The file usually lands in your Downloads folder, where your gallery or file manager can find it.

Does it work on iPhone and iPad?

It does, in Safari or any modern browser. When the file opens and plays, long-press it or use the browser's download option and choose Download or Save. Saved files typically appear in the Files app under Downloads.

How does it work on a computer?

On Windows, Mac, Linux or Chromebook, clicking a quality either downloads the file or plays it in a new tab. If it plays, right-click the video and choose Save video as to store it in the folder you like.

Can I download YouTube Shorts?

Yes. Paste the Shorts link the same way as a regular video. Shorts are vertical, so the picture is taller than it is wide, but the same quality options and file sizes appear.

Is there a limit on video length?

No. Long lectures, full concerts and live streams that have finished can all be saved. Just check the file size shown next to each quality, because a long video at 1080p takes up a lot of space.

Why won't a video work?

Private, age-restricted, members-only, removed or region-blocked videos may not load, and live streams that are still running cannot be saved until they end. If you opened this page inside the Instagram, Facebook or TikTok app, switch to Chrome or Safari, since in-app browsers may block downloads. For playlist links, only the single video in the link is saved.

Do you store my videos or keep a history?

No. Video details and links are fetched live for your request and never saved, and the site hosts no files. Anonymous visit statistics are collected through Google Analytics and cookies, and Cloudflare handles hosting and security.

Is it legal to download YouTube videos?

Only save videos you own, that are in the public domain, that carry a licence allowing it, or that you have permission to keep, and use them personally. This site is not affiliated with YouTube or Google, and you are responsible for respecting copyright.

Ready to Save a Video in HD?

Paste a YouTube link above, compare the qualities and file sizes, and keep the MP4 or MP3 that suits your screen and storage.