Convert YouTube Videos to MP4
Grab any public YouTube link and save it as an MP4 file — quick, free, and right from your browser.
Make sure you don't violate the rights of others with any files you download. Copyrighted content can't be downloaded with this tool.
Built on the YouTube Downloader API
High-speed, dependable video processing
Get Your MP4 in Three Steps
From link to file in under a minute
🔗 Drop in the URL
Grab the link of any public YouTube video and drop it into the box above
🎞️ Select MP4 Quality
Pick the MP4 option that fits — or grab MP3 if you only want the sound
💾 Save the File
Hit the button and the MP4 lands straight in your downloads folder
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Common Questions
What's the fastest way to turn a YouTube link into an MP4 file?
Copy the video's URL from YouTube, drop it into the box at the top of this page, pick an MP4 quality, and hit save — the file goes straight to your device.
Does converting YouTube videos to MP4 cost anything?
No. Conversion is completely free and there's no account to create — paste a link and save your MP4.
Do I need to install an app or browser extension?
Nothing to install. Everything runs inside your web browser, whatever operating system you're on.
Can I save a YouTube Short as an MP4?
Yes — public Shorts convert exactly like normal videos. Copy the Short's link and paste it in.
Can I get 1080p or higher quality MP4 files?
The qualities on offer depend on what the creator uploaded. When YouTube has an HD version of the video, you'll see it among the download options.
Will this work on my iPhone or Android phone?
Yes. The converter runs in Safari, Chrome and other mobile browsers — on iPhone you can move the saved MP4 into your camera roll from the Files app.
Why can't I convert a particular video?
Private, age-restricted, region-locked, deleted or live-only videos can't be processed. If a public video fails, wait a few minutes and try again.
Should I pick MP4 or MP3?
Choose MP4 to keep picture and sound together; choose MP3 when all you want is the audio track.
Am I allowed to download YouTube videos?
Download only videos you created, have permission for, or that carry a reuse-friendly licence. Saving other people's copyrighted videos can breach YouTube's terms and copyright law.
Can I turn the MP4 into text afterwards?
Yes — upload the saved file to our video to text converter and Transcript LOL will produce a full transcript with speaker labels and timestamps.