How to Download YouTube Videos on your Phone, PC? Here’s our Quick Step-by-Step Guide

When looking to pass the time, I often turn to watching YouTube videos as my favorite pastime. However, what happens when you lack internet access or wish to have a video readily available for offline viewing.

In such cases, downloading a YouTube video proves to be quite useful. Here's a quick guide to walk you through three easy and simple ways to download YouTube videos on your mobile phone and laptop.

How to Download YouTube Videos on Your Phone?

The premium tier of YouTube called 'YouTube Premium' not only gives you access to ad-free videos but also allows you to easily video download videos for offline viewing. Below are the easy steps to download the videos:

1. Start by opening the YouTube app on your mobile device. Ensure you're signed in to your YouTube Premium account.
2. Search the Video you wish to download. Once you find it, tap to open and play the video.
3. Below the video, you'll see a "Download" button. Tap on it and choose your preferred quality, and the download will begin.
4. Once downloaded, you can access the downloaded video in the downloaded tab in the profile section.
5. YouTube sets download videos over Wi-Fi to save your mobile data. To bypass this restriction, head over to 'Settings' > 'Background & Downloads' > Toggle the 'Download Over Wi-Fi Only' option off.

How to Download YouTube Videos Directly to your Device?

Users seeking to save YouTube videos directly onto their mobile device storage can utilise external websites designed for this purpose. These third-party platforms offer a convenient solution for downloading content, allowing users to enjoy videos offline or share them directly from their device's storage. However, be cautious and ensure you're downloading from a reliable source to avoid malware.

1. TubeMate
2. Videoder
3. Savefrom.net
4. SSYoutube
5. Y2Meta.app

Just paste the link to the YouTube video you wish to download, select your preferred format and quality, and you're set to download. This method is straightforward and works across both Android and iOS platforms.

1. How to Download YouTube Videos from your Browser?
2. These browser extensions can be beneficial when you don't have enough storage to download third-party apps and want to download a YouTube video.
3. Add the Extension to your browser. Hit download and Install. Make sure you use a trusted browser extension.
4. Find your YouTube video to download and click the '+' button or the 'browser extension logo button.'
5. Please choose your desired quality mode to download the video, and there you have it.

Extensions like "DownloadHelper" for Firefox and Chrome can simplify the process. Once installed, these extensions add a download button to your browser, allowing you to download videos directly from YouTube's website.

How to Download YouTube Videos with Third-Party Software?

Using third-party software can be helpful when you want your YouTube video to be downloaded on your device's internal storage and when you don't want to get involved in downloading any browser extensions.

• SnapDownloader: This app isn't just for YouTube. It can also download videos from Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. The videos will get saved directly on your laptop with no hassle.
• 4K Video Downloader: This app can download your videos in 4K resolution. You get 30 videos free to be downloaded, but later, you need to pay a small subscription fee to do so.
• Freemake: This app offers versatility for both Windows and Mac users, allowing you to download YouTube videos in various formats, including HD, MP4, AVI, 3GP, and FLV, all for free.

Downloading YouTube videos is convenient for various reasons, from travelling without reliable internet access to saving your favorite content. While numerous methods are available, these four simple ways offer an easy way to do it. Always make sure you're downloading videos legally and consider subscribing to YouTube Premium if you frequently download videos for offline use.